Operations Manager

SLACAN Industries Inc. is Canada's largest designer and manufacturer of Pole line Hardware, which includes a full line of Transmission and Distribution products. We service the OEM market including the agricultural, mining and other industries. Our in-house processes include forgings, hot / cold stampings and weldments.

Our Company is currently looking for an **Operations Manager** to join our team.

**Position Overview**

The Operations Manager is accountable for all aspects of production and will ensure that objectives are scheduled and attained in a cost-effective manner that’s consistent with quality requirements. This position would suit a proven Operations Manager who has experience in a unionized manufacturing environment.

**Responsibilities**
- Assist in developing of the Master Production Schedule (MPS)
- Assist in building a lean manufacturing environment that includes standardized operating procedures, continuous improvements and delivery of improved business results.
- Coordinating the capacity plans so delivery requirements are maximized, while shop floor efficiencies are considered.
- Evaluates the impact of RUSH or Critical delivery items to minimize any negative impact on the Master Production Schedule (MPS) that affect existing customer delivery requirements.
- Advises the sales group when product is expected or known to be delayed and advises of a new schedule date.
- Evaluates any delays from purchasing, maintenance and shop floor to determine the effect on the MPS. Determines alternative actions required.
- Notifies purchasing when materials are needed to maintain project schedules, critical delivery requirements or any inventory discrepancies.
- Initiates plans and processes that minimize manufacturing costs through effective utilization of manpower, equipment, facilities, materials and capital.
- Assure attainment of business objectives and production schedules while ensuring high quality product standards.
- Improve on-time delivery performance and reduce overall lead-times.
- Perform regular audits and weekly observations to ensure KPI’s are being met.
- Provide effective leadership in a unionized environment. Acting as a role model whom; champions a culture of safety, facilitates change management and, drives continuous development.
- Actively engaged in safety improvements and building a culture of safety.

**Required Skills**:

- Extensive knowledge of MRP/ERP systems
- Ability to lead root cause analysis investigations
- Strong analytical skills to identify operational requirements and solutions to address deficiencies.
- Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization

**Experience**
- Bachelor’s Degree required in a related field
- 5-10 years experience in an unionized manufacturing environment
- APICS Certification an asset
- Experience working in an ISO environment.
- Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and tasks with clear prioritization and organization
- Proven knowledge of business and managerial principles of budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and costs.
- Slacan Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in a diverse work environment. We do not discriminate against any protected ground under the Human Rights Code when recruiting, hiring, training, promoting or other employment practices. Slacan Industries Inc. is also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. _

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

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- What is your salary expectation?