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2 results for Production Manager in Waterloo, ON
- Brantford, ON
- onsite
- Permanent
- 68000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
- <p>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.</p><p>This is a full time role, with day time hours of Monday to Friday.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee day-to-day production activities to keep output on track with schedules, service expectations, and operational priorities.</p><p>• Provide direction, coaching, and ongoing support to production employees and team leads across assigned areas or shifts.</p><p>• Review workflow, labour coverage, and equipment capacity to improve throughput and reduce interruptions.</p><p>• Resolve operational issues quickly and work with internal partners to limit downtime and maintain consistent plant performance.</p><p>• Maintain effective coordination with Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other teams to support smooth operations.</p><p>• Reinforce a safe work environment by leading safety discussions, inspections, incident follow-up, and corrective actions.</p><p>• Uphold compliance with workplace policies, manufacturing procedures, and applicable health and safety standards.</p><p>• Investigate product or process concerns and contribute to corrective and preventive measures that protect quality standards.</p><p>• Champion continuous improvement efforts, including Lean practices, 5S, Kaizen, waste reduction, and productivity enhancements.</p><p>• Track operational metrics, prepare performance updates for leadership, and support workforce planning and resource allocation decisions.</p>
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- Mississauga, ON
- onsite
- Permanent
- 80000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
- Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including purchase orders, supplier communications, pricing, and delivery coordination.<br><br>Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers.<br><br>Negotiate competitive pricing, purchasing terms, and delivery schedules.<br><br>Monitor inventory levels, product availability, and purchasing requirements.<br><br>Utilize Microsoft Excel to analyze purchasing data, track inventory, prepare reports, and support business decisions.<br><br>Work closely with sales, operations, and logistics to ensure purchasing activities support customer requirements.<br><br>Identify cost-saving opportunities and improvements to purchasing processes.<br><br>Resolve supplier issues, shipment delays, and purchasing discrepancies.<br><br>Take a proactive, hands-on approach to ensuring the purchasing function operates efficiently.<br><br>Support the continued growth and development of the purchasing department.<br><br>Qualifications:<br><br>Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, buying, or supply chain operations.<br><br>Strong Microsoft Excel proficiency is essential.<br><br>Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.<br><br>Practical business judgment, initiative, and the ability to work independently.<br><br>Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.<br><br>Comfortable working in a hands-on environment where priorities may change.<br><br>Ability to influence suppliers and internal stakeholders to achieve business objectives.<br><br>Experience working with ERP or purchasing systems.<br><br>Industry background is flexible; candidates from manufacturing, distribution, electronics, or other sectors are encouraged to apply.<br><br>Previous people management experience is not required.<br><br>Additional Assets:<br><br>Japanese language proficiency is highly desirable.<br><br>German or French language skills are also considered assets.<br><br>Experience coordinating purchasing activities with international suppliers.<br><br>Demonstrated potential to mentor or lead a small team.
- 2026-10-26T00:00:00Z