2 results for Production Manager in Waterloo, ON

Operations Manager (Manufacturing)

Mississauga, ON
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>
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Contracts Manager

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000 - 105000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee service agreements, vendor relationships, and facilities-related contracts across multiple locations. This position is responsible for managing the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, mitigating risk, and driving strong vendor performance while supporting operational excellence throughout the organization. This role is ideal for a collaborative detail oriented with strong negotiation skills, experience managing facilities and service contracts, and the ability to balance stakeholder needs with organizational objectives. Responsibilities Develop and execute contract management strategies that support operational, financial, and organizational goals. Manage the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, administering, renewing, and terminating agreements. Ensure all contracts comply with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and risk management standards. Lead procurement and tendering activities for facilities services, maintenance programs, capital projects, and operational vendors. Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors, consultants, and service providers. Monitor vendor and contractor performance against contractual obligations, service level agreements, and key performance indicators. Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, insurance requirements, and applicable workplace standards. Partner with facilities and operations teams to support maintenance initiatives, renovations, capital projects, and service delivery across multiple sites. Identify and mitigate contractual and operational risks through proactive monitoring, reporting, and issue resolution. Maintain accurate contract documentation, reporting, and audit-ready records. Manage vendor performance issues, service disruptions, and contractual disputes, ensuring timely resolution. Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on contract administration, procurement processes, and vendor management best practices. Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to contract governance, supplier performance, cost optimization, and service delivery.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z