Production Manager

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The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead the operations of our steel fabrication this role you will oversee production purchasing workflow optimization and personnel management under the direction of the VP Plant Operations. You will champion safety quality efficiency and employee development while ensuring our products are manufactured to the highest standards.

This is a key leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about building strong teams and effective processes.

What youll do

Responsibilities

Leadership & Culture

Foster and maintain a strong culture of safety across the facility.

Lead coach and mentor supervisors and production staff to support growth engagement and performance.

Ensure all employees follow company policies procedures and safety standards.

Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate goals updates and expectations.

Production Management

Oversee daily production operations to ensure safe cost-effective and timely fabrication.

Manage and support front-line supervisors including foremen and lead hands.

Maintain and update the Shop Production Schedule; adjust priorities as needed based on site changes drawings equipment or staffing.

Optimize production flow shop layout and processes to maximize efficiency and output.

Ensure all work meets applicable codes standards and quality requirements.

Coordinate closely with Logistics Engineering Project Management Construction and Drafting teams.

Performance & Continuous Improvement

Establish and track Key Production Indicators; analyze trends and communicate insights to senior leadership.

Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective programs or process improvements.

Support ongoing quality assurance LEAN initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

Investigate production issues and non-conformities to determine root causes and solutions.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure all safety orientations procedures and practices meet legislative and company standards.

Work with the Safety Manager and senior leadership to report investigate and resolve incidents.

Participate as a management representative on the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee.

People & Resource Management

Lead recruitment efforts for production staff and forecast staffing needs.

Oversee light-duty assignments and monitor progress.

Conduct performance evaluations for departmental employees.

Collaborate with Finance and the VP Plant Operations on budget development and monitoring.

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients vendors and stakeholders.

Equipment & Maintenance

Work with the Maintenance department to develop and execute equipment maintenance programs.

Ensure all required maintenance is completed to support safe and efficient operations.

Work Environment

Modern facility with air conditioning.

Occasional work in the production shop with exposure to heat cold dust and moderate noise.

PPE required as per legislation and company policy.

Physical Requirements

Regular sitting talking and listening.

Occasional reaching stooping kneeling or crouching.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally.

Vision requirements include close vision depth perception and focus adjustment.

Hours of Work

Monday-Thursday : 6 : 30 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.

Friday : 6 : 30 a.m. - 3 : 30 p.m.

Overtime required as needed.

What youll need

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High school diploma required; completion of a Construction Administration Technology (CAT) program or related managerial program preferred.

Minimum 10 years of industry experience in metal fabrication welding or related fields.

Experience at the Foreman Project Management or Managerial level.

Proven ability to supervise 40 employees in a production environment.

Working knowledge of OH&S QA and LEAN principles.

Skills & Abilities

Strong leadership coaching and communication skills.

Ability to read write and interpret business correspondence and documentation.

Solid math skills including percentages ratios areas and volumes.

Strong problem-solving conceptual thinking and spatial visualization abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production scheduling software (Fabtrol ERP systems).

Certifications (Assets)

CAT QA Managerial Administrative Certificate

Welding Supervisor Welding Red Seal or Metal Fabrication certificatio

A little bit about us

Marid Industries Ltd.

Marid Industries is a privately owned custom manufacturing business based in Windsor Junction just outside of Metro Halifax. Marid is a full-service contractor unlike many companies in the structural steel business. Marid is a fabricator as well as a construction company with ample engineering capabilities.

Flexibility is a key Marid quality. No matter what the finished product-a simple utilitarian warehouses a modern school or a complex finished public space - the required skill sets are available with the Marid Industries organization.

We are committed to supporting and challenging our employees to be the most capable competent and well trained in the industry.

Are you interested

Work With Us

• Stable full-time hours
• Opportunity to work closely with operations production and project teams
• Role with real impact on efficiency safety and customer satisfaction
• Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement
• 100% employer-paid health and dental benefits
• On-site parking
• Great team culture
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pension plan available
• Paid time off

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,Lean,Management Experience,5S,Operations Management,Production Planning,Production Management,Kaizen,Supervising Experience,Manufacturing

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1