Senior Manager-Manufacturing Application Integration

Do you want to be a part of a global team whose mission is to be the leading specialist in electric power switching, protection, and control by creating innovative solutions that are easily applied and provide the best long-term value? We help companies like Bruce Power, Toronto Hydro, Hydro Quebec, and many others keep the lights on for their customers.

We design, manufacture, provide post-sales support and everything in between. Our business is fostered around our core values of personal integrity, respect for people, commitment to excellence and responsible stewardship. We are happy to share that we are a landfill-free company. We take our commitment to our Team Members, Customers, and the environment seriously.

The Senior Manager – Manufacturing Integration & Application will oversee the Vista design and manufacturing integration team. The focus is on delivering a complete Vista solution to be integrated with Medium Voltage Metal Enclosed Switchgears design, satisfying customer requirements, while considering safety, quality, effectiveness, and compliance with applicable Switchgear Standards per CSA, UL, ANSI, and IEEE requirements.

In this senior leadership role, the incumbent will be part of the Production Operations leadership team reporting to the Vice President – Production Operations. They will be a key decision-maker and a strategic thought partner with solid tactical skills to improve the business and meet our KPIs in safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC).
The individual will author and maintain strategic action plans and scorecards on strategic priorities and Lean Performance System (LPS) initiatives. They will report on those priorities and enact countermeasures when targets are trending to be missed. In addition, the Senior Manager must have solid problem-solving skills, give constant attention to detail, a desire for accountability, the ability to coach, and have excellent communication and organizational skills. Finally, this individual must have a proven record of team member development.

Compensation
At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $141700 - $187757. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training.
This position may also be eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP). AIP amounts are variable and are dependent on both company and individual performance, subject to eligibility criteria. The target bonus percentage for this role is 15% of annual base earnings.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a technology transfer plan for the Vista product line, focusing on Canadian customers.
• Drive the execution of all aspects of the technology plan, including but not limited to: Vista engineering, production, supply chain, manufacturing engineering, certifications, etc.
• Develop a multi-year strategic vision for the area that aligns with the 5-year growth plan.
• Partner with sales, operations, and other senior leaders to create and implement a customer success strategy.
• Ensure flawless designs are delivered with quality and on time to customers and the internal manufacturing operations team.
• Accountable for the productivity and utilization of team members.
• Promote a safety culture, taking all reasonable precautions to protect team members from illness or injury. Investigate and report on safety incidents.
• Serve as a change agent by influencing, communicating, and institutionalizing a culture of simplification, accountability, standard work, process improvement and lean principles.
• Accountable for operational expenses with the expectation of delivering on-budget targets.
• Implement process and system improvements that ensure high quality, safe, and efficient production as S&C's products grow.
• Create and drive a positive, diverse, and inclusive work environment, building on the Job Relations best practices deployed throughout the leadership team.
• Empower team members to achieve weekly, monthly, and annual Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Cost, and human resource targets.
• Be a strategic partner to internal and external customers to discover new solutions, resulting in commercial and operational success.
• Coach and mentor direct reports in Problem Solving and other LPS/CI activities.
• Responsible for decisions regarding hires, promotions, corrective action, and terminations.
• Identify training and skill development to meet departmental needs that align with our competency framework ("Career Framework") and training direct reports to support this initiative.

We are looking for an individual who has:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Process Engineering or related field. MBA is an Asset.
• 10+ years of technical sales, commercial or manufacturing operations industry experience, including at least 5 years of leadership experience.
• Experience with commercial and industrial engineering and utility projects, and an understanding of the Electrical Distribution Design and Application.
• Demonstrated track record of lean manufacturing, sustained improvements, and KPI attainment.
• Experience leading multiple complex product teams within a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proven team-building and change management skills to coach, mentor, develop and empower team members.
• Knowledge of industry-relevant regulations and standards for Medium Voltage Switchgear or equivalent experience on Controls and Relay Control Panels or Low Voltage Switchgear.
• Technical aptitude and knowledge of assembly processes, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and paint finishing.
• Direct experience formulating and communicating the commercial strategy to best address customer needs.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Sound leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and direct a diverse team of engineers.
• Sound business sense and analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze data to drive informed decisions, solve complex problems, and drive learning.
• Well-rounded communication skills (written, verbal, listening, and presentation); able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, from senior leaders to support staff, and present compellingly to achieve buy-in from leaders and team members.
• Proven track record of understanding customer needs and delivering solutions that exceed expectations.
• Capable of embracing diversity and equity to ensure they contribute to a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Travel requirement:

Up to 25% of the time, including international travel as needed for business purposes.

Physical Effort:

Normal or frequent minor physical effort is required for the day-to-day activity in the workplace. May involve standing, sitting, walking, climbing stairs and lifting/moving/using objects or equipment up to 20lbs

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Work Environment:
Acceptable working environment with minor or almost no disagreeable or challenging working conditions as part of everyday expected levels (all jobs will occasionally experience undesirable or disagreeable events).

Vacancy Disclosure:
This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within S&C Electric Canada Ltd.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure:
Please note that S&C Electric Canada may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position

Why Work for S&C Electric Canada Ltd

Celebrating a Century of Innovation. S&C has been around for over 100 years, and we help companies keep the lights on for their customers. Integrity, enthusiasm, sustained energy. These are the traits that S&C has always looked for and found when seeking people to join our team. S&C offers a competitive package of pay and benefits, including:

• Competitive compensation and Bonus Plan
• Pension Plan
• Flexible Benefit Options, medical 100% paid by S&C
• Paid Holiday Shutdown
• Summer Hours
• Seniority Recognition Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• A safe and fun working environment where we celebrate our milestones.
• Access to Spark LMS, our internal learning platform, which gives you an opportunity to learn new skills and improve on the ones you already have.

These are just some of the other reasons why S&C is a great place to work. We are a large team that believes in providing growth opportunities to our team members. The career possibilities at S&C are endless. Do we still have your attention? If so, click on the link to submit your application and join our team today!

S&C Electric Canada Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, S&C Electric Canada Ltd. will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform S&C Electric Canada Ltd.’s Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture