Plant Manager
IKOBrampton, CanadaBrampton, ONFull timeREQ-13329IKO Industries Ltd.IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materia... Show more
Position Overview We are seeking a high-caliber Plant Manager to lead all operational activities at our 80,000 sq. ft. steel processing facility. You will be responsible for driving production excellence, ensuring 100% compliance with Canadian safety standards, and optimizing complex workflows including fabrication, welding, and machining. As a data-driven leader, you will oversee a multi-layered team to meet demanding production targets while maintaining strict cost controls. Key Responsibilities - Operational Excellence: Plan and direct daily plant operations to ensure production schedules are met with maximum efficiency and minimal waste. Manage plant labour costs and plant resourcing. - Safety & Compliance: Serve as the primary advocate for a "safety-first" culture, ensuring full compliance with Provincial Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and environmental standards. Manage WSIB employee files with emphasis on return to work, modification of job duties as applicable. - Strategic Planning: Develop and manage annual capital (CAPEX) and operational (OPEX) budgets to optimize ROI on plant assets. - Quality Assurance: Maintain rigorous quality control systems (e.g., ISO 9001) to meet or exceed customer specifications and industry standards. - Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and mentor a diverse workforce, including supervisors, and production staff and temporary workers. - Continuous Improvement: Lead Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate bottlenecks and streamline heavy-duty steel processing workflows. - Facility & Asset Management: Oversee the preventative maintenance programs for the building. Required Qualifications - Experience: Minimum 5–10 years of progressive leadership experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment, specifically steel processing or metal fabrication. - Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical or Industrial), Business Administration, or a related technical diploma preferred - Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of steel manufacturing processes, including welding, machining, and material handling systems. - Software Proficiency: Advanced experience with ERP/MRP systems for production tracking and proficiency in MS Office (specifically Excel). - Leadership Style: Proven "hands-on" manager with the ability to lead by example on the shop floor. Compensation & Benefits - Salary Range: Typically, $110,000 – $140,000 CAD annually, depending on experience and location. - Performance Bonus: Eligibility for annual performance-based incentives, profit share - Benefits: Comprehensive package including extended health, dental, vision
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