Plant Manager

Are you an operational leader ready to scale a premier manufacturing facility? A globally recognized leader in the building products sector is seeking a full-time Plant Manager in Vaughan, Ontario, to oversee their high-growth production site. Offering a competitive salary of $120000 - $150,000 plus an annual performance bonus, this permanent role provides four weeks of vacation and employer RRSP matching. As the Plant Manager, you will drive Lean initiatives, mentor a high-performing team, and optimize throughput to deliver world-class glazing and terrace solutions across North America.

Advantages
Comprehensive Financial Rewards: Receive a highly competitive base salary complemented by a performance-based annual bonus and employer RRSP contributions.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a generous four weeks of annual vacation time plus additional personal days to ensure you stay refreshed.

Premium Benefits Package: Access extensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage starting after just three months of employment.

Professional Growth: Benefit from specialized training in Lean methodologies and leadership development within a rapidly expanding global organization.

Strategic Impact: Play a pivotal role in the manufacturing industry by scaling operations and influencing the North American leadership strategy.

Responsibilities
*Oversee all daily operations for the manufacturing facility in Vaughan, Ontario, including the management of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) metrics.

*Execute strategic production scheduling and resource allocation to ensure all installation deadlines and customer targets are met.

*Champion a culture of continuous improvement by implementing Lean tools such as 5S, Kanban, and SMED to increase OEE and reduce lead times.

*Act as a hands-on mentor for Production Supervisors and Team Leads, fostering a high-performance environment through consistent feedback and skill-mapping.

*Facilitate root cause analysis using 5 Whys and Ishikawa diagrams to minimize scrap and ensure total process adherence.

*Partner with cross-functional departments, including Engineering and Supply Chain, to coordinate CapEx planning and facility layout optimizations.

Qualifications
Executive Experience: You possess 7+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years specifically in a Factory Manager or Plant Management capacity.

Lean Expertise: You have a proven history of successfully scaling production capacity through the application of Continuous Improvement and Lean methodologies.

Technical Literacy: You demonstrate proficiency in utilizing ERP/MES systems for data-driven decision-making and production reporting.

Industry Knowledge: While experience in glazing or metal fabrication is preferred, you must have a deep understanding of Canadian OHS legislation and safety compliance.

Leadership Skills: You are a communicative leader capable of driving accountability on the shop floor while managing complex multi-functional projects.

Educational Background: A degree or diploma in Engineering, Business Operations, or a related technical field is highly desirable for this Factory Manager position.

Summary
Take the next step in your career as a Plant Manager by joining a team that is redefining outdoor living spaces. My client is looking for a visionary leader to drive excellence in their facility. If you are ready to lead, please apply directly to this posting. For any specific inquiries regarding the role, feel free to contact me, Sandy Mann, at Sandy.Mann@randstad.ca.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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