Operations Manager Jobs in Waterloo, ON

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Operations Manager

Brantford, ON
onsite
Permanent
68000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead manufacturing (non automotive) activities in Brantford, Ontario while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes. This role is responsible for guiding frontline teams, coordinating resources across departments, and maintaining steady progress against production targets. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, sound operational judgment, and a continuous improvement mindset to support daily performance and long-term effectiveness.This is a full time role, with day time hours of Monday to Friday.Responsibilities:• Oversee day-to-day production activities to keep output on track with schedules, service expectations, and operational priorities.• Provide direction, coaching, and ongoing support to production employees and team leads across assigned areas or shifts.• Review workflow, labour coverage, and equipment capacity to improve throughput and reduce interruptions.• Resolve operational issues quickly and work with internal partners to limit downtime and maintain consistent plant performance.• Maintain effective coordination with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other teams to support smooth operations.• Reinforce a safe work environment by leading safety discussions, inspections, incident follow-up, and corrective actions.• Uphold compliance with workplace policies, manufacturing procedures, and applicable health and safety standards.• Investigate product or process concerns and contribute to corrective and preventive measures that protect quality standards.• Champion continuous improvement efforts, including Lean practices, 5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, and productivity enhancements.• Track operational metrics, prepare performance updates for leadership, and support workforce planning and resource allocation decisions.
2026-10-08T00:00:00Z

Operations Finance Manager

Burlington, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 130000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking an experienced Operations Finance Manager to join their growing organization. This newly created role combines finance, operations, systems, and people leadership. You will oversee high-volume transaction processes, support ERP-related initiatives, drive process improvements, and manage a small team while ensuring strong financial controls and operational efficiency. Key ResponsibilitiesFinance & Operations<ul><li>Monitor high-volume transactions including purchases, sales, settlements, and inventory activity.</li><li>Manage and reconcile inventory subledger accounts.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end close activities.</li><li>Assist with audits, reporting, and ad hoc financial analysis.</li><li>Ensure accuracy and quality control across automated and recurring processes.</li></ul>Process & Systems<ul><li>Act as a key process owner for critical operational workflows.</li><li>Support ERP maintenance, enhancements, configuration, and user training.</li><li>Coordinate and participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT).</li><li>Maintain system documentation and process procedures.</li><li>Partner with vendors, developers, and internal stakeholders to improve business processes.</li><li>Identify root causes of operational issues and implement sustainable solutions.</li></ul>Leadership<ul><li>Supervise and mentor a small team.</li><li>Lead and participate in cross-functional projects.</li><li>Support business growth through scalable process improvements.</li></ul>Why Join?<ul><li>Newly created, high-impact role.</li><li>Blend of finance, systems, operations, and leadership responsibilities.</li><li>Opportunity to drive process improvements and business growth.</li><li>Collaborative team environment a growing and profitable company.</li></ul>
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Office Manager

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Temporary
30.4 - 35.2 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Office Manager to provide hands-on administrative and operational support for a busy team in Mississauga, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who is highly organized, self-directed, and comfortable managing both executive support duties and day-to-day office coordination in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring strong judgement, attention to detail, and the ability to keep priorities moving smoothly while handling confidential information with professionalism. Responsibilities: • Provide senior-level administrative support by preparing documents, presentations, and correspondence for leadership and internal teams. • Coordinate meetings, calendars, and office events while ensuring conference rooms and shared spaces are scheduled effectively. • Manage expense submissions and reconciliation activities with accuracy, including follow-up on invoices and related records. • Oversee daily office operations such as incoming mail, package handling, storage organization, and vendor coordination. • Maintain a proactive working relationship with external service providers, including office facilities and storage partners, to support smooth operations. • Partner with internal teams such as IT to address office needs, resolve issues promptly, and improve administrative processes. • Create and maintain clear process documentation to support consistency, efficiency, and knowledge sharing across office functions. • Communicate regularly with senior leadership by providing timely updates, coordinating requests, and supporting shifting business priorities.
2026-10-07T00:00:00Z

Senior Manager, Operations Finance

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
140000 - 150000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a strategic finance leader to join our Drink & Beverages organization in Mississauga, Ontario. This Senior Manager, Operations Finance role will guide operational finance priorities by turning complex manufacturing, supply chain, and cost data into practical recommendations for senior decision-makers. The successful candidate will strengthen financial governance, improve forecasting and reporting practices, and help shape high-value investment and optimization decisions across the business. Responsibilities:• Guide the direction of the operations finance function by introducing more efficient, scalable, and technology-supported ways of working.• Translate manufacturing, supply chain, and cost performance data into clear financial insights that help leaders assess trade-offs and act with confidence.• Serve as the senior finance partner for plant controllership by promoting performance transparency, sound governance, and alignment with operational objectives.• Lead financial assessments for network optimization, cost improvement programs, sourcing strategies, and other complex initiatives, presenting findings in a clear executive-ready format.• Contribute financial expertise to operations-related acquisition activity, including costing analysis, capital needs evaluation, and integration planning.• Review productivity-focused capital investments to confirm value creation, well-supported business cases, and consistency with long-term business goals.• Assess how operational decisions affect inventory, payables, cash flow, and overall financial performance, connecting day-to-day execution to broader business results.• Oversee enterprise-wide inventory reporting and governance, improving accuracy, reliability, and process consistency across systems.• Partner with Controllership and cross-functional teams to maintain strong internal controls, compliance standards, and accounting integrity.• Enhance reporting and analytics capabilities by making better use of planning, reporting, and performance management tools, including platforms such as Hyperion and related systems.
2026-09-24T00:00:00Z

Director, Operational Development

Brantford, ON
onsite
Permanent
140000 - 160000 CAD / Yearly
Our client is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director, Operational Development to lead enterprise-wide operational improvement initiatives and drive organizational excellence. This leadership role is responsible for developing and executing operational strategies that enhance efficiency, scalability, performance, and long-term business success.The ideal candidate brings a strong background in operations, continuous improvement, and change management, along with the ability to influence stakeholders and lead transformation initiatives across multiple sites.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with organizational objectives.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost effectiveness across the business.</li><li>Lead the design, optimization, and standardization of operational processes, systems, and workflows.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives and establish performance metrics to measure success.</li><li>Partner with cross-functional leaders to implement business transformation projects.</li><li>Support Plant Managers in identifying, tracking, and improving key operational KPIs.</li><li>Establish reporting frameworks and dashboards to monitor operational performance.</li><li>Lead change management initiatives and ensure successful adoption of new processes and systems.</li><li>Evaluate and implement technologies and tools that enhance operational effectiveness.</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.</li></ul>
2026-09-25T00:00:00Z

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