Director of Operations

Our client, an established apparel manufacturer is currently searching for a Director of Operations. We are looking for someone eager to learn the industry as well as being mentored by the current individual for a period of 12 months. Someone who is in a managerial role looking for their next step up in the career.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production management to ensure continuous improvement of all production processes.
• Maintain our high company standards of quality.
• Administer efficient production scheduling to balance factory and meet delivery requirements.
• Manage production staffing levels to maximize production efficiencies and cost compliance.
• Reduce costs where opportunities exist without impacting productivity or quality.
• Manage new product development and made-to-measure alteration processes.
• Ensure timely shipments of all products throughout Canada and the USA on a daily basis.
• Minimize production downtime through continuous preventative maintenance of the facility, machinery and equipment.
• Manage all new equipment purchases, including needs assessment, researching options and ROI calculations.
• Direct purchasing of all consumables.
• Develop a strong-working relationship with the union to maintain a cohesive team.
• Create team spirit through accomplishment of long and short term goals.
• Ensure compliance in all aspects of health & safety.

Skills and Qualifications