Manufacturing Manager

Job Title: Manufacturing Manager – Pointe Claire, Quebec, Canada

Job Description:

Trystar is at the forefront of advancing power solutions, charged and driven by a committed, dynamic team, tackling complex challenges, and creating innovative solutions. Safety and integrity aren’t just buzzwords. They are the north star guiding us as we aspire to wow our customers every day. We’ve created power solutions that are not only durable and unique but are also the result of serious teamwork from every corner of our organization. Individually and collectively, every team member at Trystar plays for each other and strives to deliver unmatched value and 100% accuracy to our customers every single day.

As a big name and pioneer in power solutions, we’re not just part of the power conversation – we’re shaping its future, and we’re doing so across diverse industry sectors including healthcare, data centers, entertainment, education, government, and commercial construction – just to name a few We’re committed to growing and evolving our product lineup to stay on top of the game and that includes leaning into sustainable, resilient, and renewable energy solutions.

Our cutting-edge headquarters in Faribault, MN is partially solar, and wind powered by our own microgrid You’ll find that we’re also pushing boundaries across the country at our additional facilities in Troy, MI; Houston, TX; Merrimack, NH; Burnsville, MN; Murfreesboro, TN, Waukesha, WI & in Pointe Claire, Quebec, Canada. Together, we are Trystar, where we power the future and nurture innovation for a brighter tomorrow.

Trystar’s team members are our most important asset, we are in search of a dedicated and results-achieving Manufacturing Manager to join our Operations team at our Pointe Claire, Quebec, Canada facility. In this role you will lead & coordinate manufacturing operations You will have the ability to redesign, build, shape, improve and implement effective electronic box build manufacturing processes, utilize concepts of lean & 6 sigma to drive a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement, while working to achieve key performance metrics and meeting/exceeding customer expectations. The position requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills as well as a solid understanding assembly & test processes within the electro-mechanical power equipment industry

We are looking for people who believe in our guiding principles and values of:

Safety – We believe everyone should leave Trystar facilities in the same or better condition than when they arrived.

Integrity – We’re honest, transparent, and committed to doing what’s right.

Customer focus – We have relentless focus on our customers and their success.

Right with speed – We use good judgement, make thoughtful decisions quickly, and execute them with purpose and intensity.

Play for each other – We’re a team. We show up for each other and we know that through teamwork we achieve greatness.

Champion change – We know adaptation and improvement are requirements to survive and to thrive.

Enjoy the journey – We create an environment where our team feels appreciated and has fun along the way.

In this role you will get to:

Champion a culture of safety excellence, prioritizing the well-being of all employees, visitors, and contractors. Implement and enforce safety protocols and continuously improve safety practices.

Drive a commitment to uncompromising product quality. Support and maintain robust quality assurance/control processes, ensuring adherence to industry standards and customer specifications.

Monitor and optimize production schedules to ensure on-time delivery from all sites, addressing any discrepancies between internal and outsourced production.

Develop and execute manufacturing strategies and plans to meet production targets, quality standards, and customer requirements.

Lead and facilitate change management initiatives within the manufacturing operations, ensuring smooth transitions during process changes, technology implementations, and organizational restructuring.

Monitor and optimize production processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall manufacturing performance.

Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational metrics, analyze data, and implement corrective actions as needed.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, sourcing, and quality, manufacturing engineering & supply chain to streamline processes and resolve operational issues.

Lead a production team & production leadership along with maintenance providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to ensure high performance and employee engagement.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability within the manufacturing team.

Develop and implement strategies to effectively manage constraints, optimizing resource allocation, workflow, and production schedules.

Lead site level tier accountability meetings with support functions, such as engineering, quality, HS&E, manufacturing engineering, supply chain, maintenance, and others as appropriate to review key performance indicators (KPIs) regularly reviewing data and implementing corrective actions to improve & optimize manufacturing operations.

Identify training needs, conduct performance evaluations, and implement professional development programs to enhance the skills and capabilities of the manufacturing team.

Collaborate as part of the Integrated Business Planning process to review demand plans and establish supply plans required (capacity planning, and resource allocation strategies) to meet production targets and customer demand.

Utilize lean manufacturing principles, such as value stream mapping, 5S, and Kaizen, to identify areas for process improvement and implement corresponding solutions.

Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and technology specialists to explore and implement new technologies, equipment, or automation solutions that improve manufacturing efficiency and output.

Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent and efficient execution of manufacturing processes.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce lead times, and increase overall operational efficiency.

Ensure effective problem solving is utilized to drive root cause & deploy permanent corrective action.

Job Requirements

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of equipment assembly processes and supply chain management.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems (ERP/MRP) and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
• Familiarity with Canadian labor laws, especially in Quebec, and environmental and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in both French & English.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Effective change agent through communication, coaching &raising the bar to drive high-performing teams.

Experience with demonstrated lean six sigma processes & tools and ability to transform organization to achieve lean as part of the culture.

Leverage data to lead in a metrics-driven environment and holds his/her team accountable to established metrics; has created KPIs, and metrics for a company in a high growth environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient with common Microsoft software programs, including: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook & MS Teams.