THIS ROLE IS SET TO BECOME A GENERAL MANAGER IN APPROX. 12 MONTH

Opportunity Overview

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturing organization , is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to help lead two manufacturing facilities and support the General Manager in driving operational excellence.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished manufacturing leader who enjoys a fast-paced environment and is looking to grow into a future General Manager position.

The successful candidate will oversee approximately 155 employees across two plants while helping improve productivity, safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and financial performance.

✅ What We're Looking For

Experience & Background

✔️ 5–10 years of experience within automotive manufacturing

✔️ Minimum 5 years in a manufacturing leadership or management role

✔️ Strong understanding of plant operations and production environments

✔️ Experience managing budgets, operational costs, and business performance

✔️ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

✔️ Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

✔️ Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems)

✔️ Thorough understanding of Ontario Health & Safety legislation

✔️ Proven ability to motivate, coach, and lead teams

Key Responsibilities

Plant Leadership

Support the General Manager in the overall leadership of two manufacturing facilities

Help oversee daily operations across approximately 155 employees

Ensure production targets, quality standards,



and customer expectations are consistently achieved

Respond quickly to production challenges, equipment downtime, quality concerns, safety incidents, and customer-related issues

Promote operational excellence while maintaining a safe and productive work environment

Operational Performance

Monitor key operational metrics and identify opportunities for improvement

Drive initiatives focused on increasing productivity and manufacturing efficiency

Improve the utilization of manpower, equipment, and materials

Support inventory control, cost reduction, and throughput improvements

Assist with production planning and operational execution

Financial & Business Support

Assist with annual budgeting and cost control initiatives

Support forecasting, capital investment planning, and workforce planning

Participate in business growth initiatives and customer presentations

Review operational performance and recommend improvements that strengthen overall competitiveness

???? Leadership & Team Development

Coach, mentor, and develop supervisors and departmental leaders

Foster a positive culture built on accountability, teamwork, trust, and open communication





Encourage employee engagement and continuous improvement

Ensure appropriate training and performance management practices are consistently applied

Help prepare the organization for future growth through solid leadership

⚙️ Continuous Improvement

???? Champion Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the operation

???? Improve productivity, quality, delivery performance, and operational efficiency

???? Drive initiatives focused on waste reduction and process optimization

???? Promote visual management and performance measurement systems

???? Stay current with new manufacturing technologies and industry best practices

????️ Safety & Compliance

???? Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout both facilities

???? Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation and applicable manufacturing regulations

???? Support environmental and quality management systems

???? Participate in internal audits and continuous compliance initiatives

???? Ensure company policies and procedures are consistently followed

What Success Looks Like

⭐ Builds strong, high-performing manufacturing teams

⭐ Delivers measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost

⭐ Strengthens customer satisfaction through operational excellence

⭐ Demonstrates outstanding leadership, accountability, and decision-making

⭐ Develops into a future General Manager capable of leading a world-class manufacturing operation

📌 Assistant General Manager (Mississauga)
🏢 Ellos HR Solutions
📍 Mississauga