Production Manager - Manufacturing & Fabrication! (Toronto)

As the Production Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and smooth operation of the manufacturing processes. You will be responsible for overseeing the entire production lifecycle, from detailing to final product assembly & packaging, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. What you should expect: • Team Management – Lead, Manage and Accountability (LMA) • Engage, develop, and coach team members. • Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging employees to identify and implement process enhancements. • Set performance expectations and provide feedback on an individual and team basis. • Set and maintain a regular schedule of 1 on 1 meetings with each team member. • Evaluate team performance and implement improvements in systems, processes, communications, and procedures. 2. Health & Safety – Safety and Equipment Management: • Ensure all team members experience the appropriate Health and Safety Training, both upon joining the team and as required throughout their career. • Act as a role model in the demonstration of positive health and safety behaviours at work. • Promote a culture of safety within the Shop (woodshop, CNC, assembly and warehouse areas), ensuring compliance with all safety regulations and guidelines. • Conduct regular safety training for employees and ensure safe operating procedures for equipment used in the Shop. • Perform routine inspections of warehouse racking, equipment, and tools, identifying and addressing any safety concerns promptly. • Maintain accurate records of safety incidents and near-misses, taking proactive measures to prevent future occurrences. 3.Production Planning & Scheduling: • Develop and execute production schedules, considering account customer orders, resource availability, and inventory levels to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resource utilization. • Balance the workload of the Shop team to optimize scheduling, productivity, and efficiency. • Monitor schedules, adjust resources to meet deadlines and communicate project risks to the Director of Operations and Head of Project Management. • Strong understanding of supply chain management processes, including procurement, inventory control, logistics, and materials management. 4.Fabrication Methodology: • Creative & innovative approach to determine how to build what was designed. • Communicate with Estimating and Engineering team regarding fabrication methodology. • Possess an engineering mindset with a solid grasp of the technical aspects of manufacturing. • Champion new technologies that drive plant‑wide speed and efficiency gains. 5.Maintenance - Machinery & Building: • Management of building repairs & maintenance: paint & patch, light replacement, water leaks, garage door repairs, etc. • Ensure inspections of building health occur to ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and policies: fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, pest control, etc. • Ensure regular and preventative maintenance is performed on all machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance and life span of machinery. 6.Quality Standards: • Determine quality standards and measure finished products against standards. • Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reduction, and efficiency enhancements. 7.Communication, Reporting and Analysis: • Maintain open and effective communication with cross-functional teams, including Project Management to ensure alignment and timely updates on production status. • Develop and manage the production budget, tracking expenses and optimizing resource allocation. • Complete other assignments deemed necessary for the company to be successful. Please send resumes to Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We thank you for your time. Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2nmmui