OPERATIONS MANAGERRecruiting In Motion • Woodbridge, ON

OPERATIONS MANAGER

Recruiting In Motion • Woodbridge, ON

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Permanent

Job description

Recruiting in Motion is a successful and dynamic professional employment agency that has become deeply integrated into Metro Vancouver’s business sector as the go-to agency for the recruitment and placement of outstanding employees. BC-owned and operated, we ensure all our candidates — temporary, contract, permanent, or executive — are provided with exciting and impressive employment opportunities. In fact, we are ranked as one of Growth 500 Canada's fastest growing companies and we represent BC's TOP Employers!

About Our Client

Our client is a leading manufacturer specializing in high-quality custom metal products for commercial and industrial use. They are seeking a dedicated Operations Manager to oversee plant operations, production efficiency, safety, and team leadership. This role requires a hands-on leader who can drive continuous improvement, maintain operational standards, and support a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.

Compensation - 150k - 170k

Responsibilities

Health & Safety

Ensure all safety policies, procedures, and regulations are followed, including OHSA, WSIB, WHMIS, and company-specific safety protocols.
Conduct and participate in safety reporting, incident investigations, and Joint Health & Safety Committee activities.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure employees use required PPE and follow lockout / tagout procedures.
Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant work environment.

Operational Leadership

Lead and manage plant operations including material receiving, production, maintenance, shipping, and staffing.

Set departmental goals and objectives, and supervise team leads and employees.

Drive lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Monitor daily operations to ensure schedules, deadlines, and production targets are met.

Oversee purchasing of materials and equipment to ensure uninterrupted production at optimal cost.

Analyze KPIs such as labour efficiency, productivity, absenteeism, inventory levels, and backlog.

Identify performance gaps and execute improvement plans.

Quality & Environmental Compliance

Ensure quality standards are maintained and nonconformities are addressed promptly.

Support quality assurance processes and ensure compliance with internal standards.

Enforce environmental policies, waste reduction initiatives, and recycling programs.

Handle and resolve quality or environmental concerns as needed.

Employee Relations & Communication

Maintain strong communication with employees, supervisors, and senior management.

Provide training, coaching, and support for staff development.

Enforce company policies, workplace conduct standards, and procedures.

Commit necessary hours to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.

Strategic & Capital Planning

Contribute to corporate strategy implementation and long-term operational planning.

Recommend and coordinate capital investments and major facility projects.

Ensure alignment between plant operations and organizational goals.

Qualifications

5–10 years of operations or plant management experience in a manufacturing environment.

Strong knowledge of production control, quality standards, and health and safety practices.

Experience with inventory control and compliance.

Background in creating SOPs, work instructions, and document control processes.

Understanding of 5S and lean manufacturing principles.

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Proficient with computer applications (Word, Excel, databases, presentations, email).

Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Adaptable, flexible, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

How to Apply

All applicants must have legal permission to work in Canada and require a valid Work Permit and Social Insurance Number.

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