Production Manager

Job Description The Role The Production Manager must ensure that goods and services are produced efficiently; that they are of the right quality, quantity, and cost; and that they are produced on time, to the satisfaction of internal and external customers. The scope includes process and batch production using LEAN concepts to eliminate waste. Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of directly related experience Project management skills Leadership and interpersonal skills Experience with LEAN manufacturing and its concepts Experience working with a unionized workforce Ability to handle responsibility and pressure of meeting deadlines Authorized to work in Canada Valid Canada Driver’s License Responsibilities The production manager is involved with planning, coordination, and control of industrial processes and responsible for human and material resources. The role involves pre-production planning and production control, working with planners, engineers, and supervisors. Typical work activities include: Communicate and implement change as directed Lead a unionized environment Health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy Provide leadership by establishing clear expectations and demonstrating high standards of work practices and safety conscious behavior Establish, maintain, and promote high standards of customer service Experience working within policies and procedures and understanding of compliance Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) procedures and practices Supervision of all staff under direct or indirect control Administration duties to ensure daily KPI performance is achieved All resources are utilized efficiently Train and monitor staff in SOP and safe work practices, including new employee inductions and toolbox talks Continuously monitor performance and activities of the manufacturing process through KPIs, focusing on capacity utilization Implement and maintain Lean Principles Develop the production team towards becoming autonomous Kaizen teams, capable of maintaining and improving their process daily Standardize and sustain the lean organization structure for production team through Tier Meetings, Team Boards, Standard Work, Visual Controls & Gemba Walk Follow the Standard Work for Production Manager and set an example for Supervisors to react quickly to alerts signaled by the team members and implement necessary improvements for KPI deviations Use A3 Report and Problem-Solving tools to manage cost-savings and downtime reduction projects as part of plant’s overall strategy to improve value delivered to customers Ensure strategic projects identified are executed such as cellular layout, plant leveling, lead time reduction Compensation, Benefits and Perks Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. Expected benefits include: Strong compensation plan Medical, vision, and dental program Retirement program Employee recognition rewards program Employee assistance program Company Overview Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world’s leading provider of innovative, safe, and productivity‑driven drilling equipment and tooling. The Drilling Products division delivers advanced R&D capabilities and hundreds of patented designs to manufacture, market, and service reliable drill rigs and related products worldwide. Our People Committed to diverse, inclusive teams and an environment free from discrimination and harassment. Our Vision To create products and solutions that empower the exploration and extraction of minerals, enabling life and prosperity. Our Values Integrity Health & Safety Teamwork & Diversity Customer Focus Sustainability Equal Opportunity Employment Boart Longyear is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, candidates will only be contacted for an interview if selected. #J-18808-Ljbffr