2 results for Production Manager in Kitchener, ON

Operations Manager (Manufacturing)

Vaughan, Ontario
onsite
Permanent
110000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a Operations Manager (Manufacturing) to lead and optimizing all aspects of manufacturing operations to achieve business objectives related to safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and profitability. This role provides leadership to production supervisors and cross-functional teams while driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing principles, data-driven decision-making, cost reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement. The Operations Manager will collaborate closely with Sr. Leadership to develop operational strategies, improve plant performance, maximize resource utilization, and support long-term growth. The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader with strong analytical capabilities, exceptional business acumen, and a proven track record of improving manufacturing efficiency through Lean methodologies and operational best practices. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and profitability targets.</li><li>Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to production supervisors and operational teams.</li><li>Analyze operational and financial performance data to identify cost reduction opportunities and improve plant efficiency.</li><li>Establish and monitor KPIs to support data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.</li><li>Champion Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, Kaizen, root cause analysis, waste reduction, and process optimization.</li><li>Partner with the Sr. Leadership on budgeting, forecasting, capital planning, and operational strategy.</li><li>Oversee production planning, resource allocation, and materials flow to ensure on-time delivery and optimal plant performance.</li><li>Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Production teams to improve operational effectiveness.</li><li>Develop high-performing teams through coaching, accountability, and employee engagement.</li><li>Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
2026-09-14T00:00:00Z

Principal Product Designer

Burlington, Ontario
remote
Temporary
98.8 - 114.4 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Principal Product Designer to join our team in Burlington, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. This position is suited to a highly experienced designer who sets a strong example through judgement, craft, and influence rather than formal people management. You will help shape how design is understood across the organization by guiding complex product work, strengthening team capability, and championing a thoughtful approach to AI-enabled design practice. Responsibilities: • Set and uphold a high standard for design quality across projects, ensuring each engagement reflects a consistent level of excellence. • Provide senior-level direction on product and experience design decisions, offering clear recommendations on approach, priorities, and execution. • Establish credibility with cross-functional partners by bringing confident design leadership into product and engineering discussions. • Contribute to early-stage problem definition, future-state thinking, and broader strategic design initiatives beyond individual product deliverables. • Advance the team’s use of AI in design by exploring practical applications and shaping how these tools influence design thinking and delivery. • Strengthen the capabilities of other designers through detailed critiques, collaborative working sessions, and constructive feedback. • Create and maintain strong examples, case studies, and knowledge-sharing materials that demonstrate the business impact of design work.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z