Head of Operations

7 months ago

Vancouver, Canada Kryton International Full time

Are you ready to make a difference in your life and the world? Would you like to join a team of passionate people who are already doing that? Kryton International is the inventor of the world’s first crystalline waterproofing admixture for concrete. And our product offering has expanded to include a solution that reduces the carbon footprint of concrete. We have permanently changed the way concrete structures are built in every corner of the globe. It’s the extraordinary people on our team that has made all the difference. We have proven it by winning the 10 Best Companies to Work For in BC Award 4 years in a row.

**Who do we need?**

**What you’ll do?**

An integral part of the Executive Leadership Team and reporting directly to the President and CEO of the Company, the **Head of** **Operations **will be responsible for providing leadership and managing all aspects of operations and its activities - production, quality, maintenance, and inventory. They are responsible for strategy and development as well as working with the Manufacturing team to translate strategy into specific annual performance goals and department objectives including KPIs.

**Among your specific tasks**:

- Create and implement best practice manufacturing vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to aid and improve business performance.
- Ensure that manufacturing strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery targets which enables the company to function and compete effectively in the market.
- Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities.
- Take ownership of the manufacturing policy, guidelines, and any associated documents.
- Ensure manpower requirements are in place to meet the production schedule on time and within quality and cost objectives.
- Ensure strong communication between teams under leadership to facilitate the exchange of information and to implement change and improvements.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure optimal performance.

**Who we are?**

**Minimum Qualifications**:

- Degree in Manufacturing/Engineering or related field
- Demonstrable experience in leading a manufacturing function with a proven track record in strategic manufacturing leadership delivering effective manufacturing strategies, policies, processes, and systems
- Ability to add value, reduce costs, and make business improvements
- Preferably based in Vancouver, BC, or Calgary, AB
- Proven project management and build quality experience
- Experience in operating and influencing at a strategic level
- Knowledge and technical understanding of processes, components, and manufacturing techniques
- Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to optimize team performance and development
- Excellent relationship management skills with the ability to engage, negotiate, and manage key stakeholders and suppliers
- A strong and confident negotiator with the ability to negotiate at all levels
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills
- An appreciation of and an ability to positively resolve issues arising from different cultures

**JOIN THE KRYTON TEAM**

Kryton employees love to work here. We are a family who care about each other. Our leaders are strong and inspiring, and we are proud of our service and products.

**HOW TO APPLY**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $90,000.00-$125,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Application question(s):

- Do you have a minimum of 7 years experience in a management and leadership capacity in operations, production, and maintenance in an Industry and Commercial manufacturing environment? Please elaborate.
- In your last or current role, who did you report to?
- In your last or current role, did you have direct reports? If yes, what were their position titles?
- What are your salary expectations for this position?
- If you were shortlisted for this role, when would you be available to start?

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

- 75% (required)

Work Location: In person

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