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Production ManagerDraganfly Innovations • Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Production Manager

Production Manager

Draganfly Innovations • Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
About Draganfly:
Draganfly Inc. (the Company) has been a recognized technology leader within the commercial UAV space for over two decades. We helped establish the commercial market & adoption of multi-rotor helicopters for public safety agriculture aerial imaging & more. As a leader who helped shape the industry Draganflys focus is on the sale of drone products and services contract engineering & custom integration product development and health monitoring products and services.

About The Role
Draganfly Innovations is seeking a hands-on driven and operationally minded Production Manager to lead the heartbeat of our manufacturing operations. This role goes far beyond managing a production floor its about creating an environment where precision quality and teamwork come together to bring worldclass technology to life.

As the Production Manager you will be the central force that keeps our manufacturing engine running smoothly. Youll translate production goals into actionable plans oversee daily build and test operations and ensure that every product leaving our facility meets Draganflys high standards of quality and reliability. Youll work closely with teams across Engineering Procurement Quality and Logistics ensuring that people processes and resources are aligned and moving in the same direction.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment enjoys solving complex operational challenges and takes pride in being the leader who keeps a highperforming production team focused and empowered.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead day-to-day production across assembly testing quality and inventory.
  • Convert production targets into actionable plans schedules and staffing models.
  • Manage daily production planning work orders and workload balancing.
  • Establish and enforce production standards workflows and documentation.
  • Track and report KPIs including output quality schedule adherence and inventory accuracy.
  • Lead coach and develop manufacturing staff; oversee hiring training and performance management.
  • Build a culture of safety accountability quality and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with Engineering and Production Engineering on new products revisions and ECO execution.
  • Oversee production-side inventory (WIP finished goods cycle counts) and support procurement.
  • Coordinate with Logistics and Shipping to meet delivery commitments.
  • Support contract manufacturers and third-party assembly partners
  • Drive corrective actions for quality issues and maintain full production traceability.
  • Act as the primary manufacturing interface for internal stakeholders.
  • Perform mechanical assembly and soldering as needed.
  • Conduct inspections testing troubleshooting repair and rework.
  • Balance tasks across workers to maintain production flow.
  • Support electronic production and test record keeping.
  • Collaborate with Customer Support on QA issues and corrective actions.

Qualifications:
  • 10 years in a manufacturing environment.
  • 5 years in a leadership role.
  • Experience with ERP systems.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office 365.
  • Ability to read assembly manuals wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
  • Familiarity with Fusion SolidWorks and modern manufacturing methods (3D printing composites CNC PCB fabrication electronics assembly).
  • Experience with MS Business Central or Dynamics.
  • TC RPAS operator license (basic or advanced).
  • Class 9 (lithium battery) handling experience.

Compensation package:
  • Competitive salary: $52729 $85000
  • Comprehensive medical and dental benefits including a Health Spending Account.
  • Matching RRSP program.
  • Generous time-off program including vacation wellness days and the week off between Christmas and New Years.

Why Join Us
At Draganfly Innovations youll join a collaborative team that values innovation curiosity and continuous improvement. Were in an exciting growth phase scaling our technologies product lines and teams as we continue to shape the future of UAV innovation. Joining us now means becoming part of a company with deep roots in the industry - and bold ambitions for what comes next.

Youll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact work on diverse and cuttingedge projects and grow your skills alongside passionate experts. We offer competitive compensation strong benefits and a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Here you wont just join a company - youll help build what comes next.

As part of our hiring process all candidates must successfully complete reference checks and a criminal background check.

Required Experience:

Manager


Key Skills
Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Continuous Improvement,Lean,Management Experience,5S,Operations Management,Production Planning,Production Management,Kaizen,Supervising Experience,Manufacturing
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 52729 - 85000
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