Operations Manager (SACS)

Operations Manager (SACS)

Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

At StandardAero, we use our ingenuity and know-how to find solutions for the simple to the most complex challenges in aviation. Together, we get the job done and done well. Our stability, resources, and respectful culture supports you in building a solid career with a great team you can count on day in and day out for the long term.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Operations Manager to join our StandardAero Component Services (SACS) group to support our growing Winnipeg operations.

Our bright, clean, and temperature-regulated facility offers a positive, team-oriented environment focused on safety, learning, and long-term career growth.

Shift Information

Day shift Monday – Friday (5 days, 8 hour shifts) with flexible start times.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and empower a talented team of specialized technicians, including painters, mechanics, machinists, machine operators, and quality inspectors.

• Equip your team with the tools, resources, and support they need to ensure smooth, efficient component repairs while upholding the highest quality and safety standards.

• Drive operational excellence by solving daily problems, removing roadblocks, and setting clear, motivating goals.

• Direct the production planning and scheduling process according to sales volume, sales mix, inventory requirements and materials availability.

• Plan day-to-day operations, assign manpower, authorize overtime and control costs.

• Coordinate and liaise with supply, sales, engineering and customer service to ensure production standards and goals are achieved.

• Perform capacity planning for equipment, floor space and manpower requirements in accordance with forecasted workloads.

• Produce and maintain measures of performance to graphically display performance-related strengths and weaknesses within the cell.

• Actively participate in the business unit management team(s), assisting with the development and realization of strategic plans, budgets, goals and outcomes.

• Exercise authority in hiring, training, career development, performance appraisals, salary adjustments, promotions, discipline, health, safety and the general employee relations of your direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• University degree or college diploma in engineering, business administration or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will also be considered.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must be authorized to work in Canada.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous machine shop, manufacturing, aerospace, or MRO experience is considered an asset.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and fabrication methods.

• Mechanical aptitude with strong attention to detail.

• Proven ability to plan, organize, and make strategic decisions, backed by strong analytical and communication skills.

• Ability to read, understand, and follow company instructions, company processes, administrative policies and procedures, and export compliance regulations.

• Strong project management skills.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

• Working knowledge of production management computer systems and ERP systems.

Why Join StandardAero?

• Bright, clean, and temperature-regulated facility

• Positive, collaborative, and team-oriented culture

• On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities

• Competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits

• Stable, long-term aerospace career opportunities

Benefits That Make Life Better

• Company Paid Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare

• Company Pension with company match

• Paid Time Off starting on day one

• Bonus opportunities

• Short & Long-Term Disability

• Life & AD&D Insurance

• Learning & Training opportunities

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