Location
11 Bermondsey Rd, East York, ON M4B 1Z3 (view on google maps)

Work Schedule
Mon-Fri: 6:30am – 2:30pm

Your Impact
Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will lead Production Supervisors and production teams, work closely with Quality, Maintenance, HSE, Supply Chain, and HR partners, and play a key role in optimizing productivity, improving safety performance, and developing future leaders within the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manufacturing leader who is passionate about people, operational excellence, and creating a positive workplace culture. At IPEX, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of professionals—people-centric thinkers, innovators, and status quo challengers—who share a commitment to excellence and growth.

What You’ll Do

Lead Manufacturing Operations

Provide leadership for daily manufacturing operations to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives

Optimize production schedules, staffing, inventory, and resources to meet customer demand

Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions when necessary

Develop and Lead High-Performing Teams

Coach, mentor, and develop Production Supervisors and team members

Drive employee engagement, performance management, succession planning, and workforce development

Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning

Drive Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement

Champion a strong safety culture and support the company's goal of zero workplace injuries

Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality,



efficiency, and cost performanceEnsure compliance with HSE, ISO, and operational standards

What You’ll Bring
Required

Diploma or degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Demonstrated leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial, production, or process-driven environment.

Ability to build relationships, communicate effectively, and positively influence teams and stakeholders.

Demonstrated experience in manufacturing operations management and production planning, including scheduling, resource allocation, and performance optimization.

Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and a proven ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.

Knowledge of quality management systems and experience working within ISO-compliant manufacturing environments.

Experience leading Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) programs and promoting a strong safety culture within a manufacturing setting.

Ability to analyze production data, monitor key performance indicators (KPIs),



and use insights to drive operational decision-making and performance improvements.

Preferred

Experience in plastics manufacturing, including extrusion, injection molding, and blending processes.

Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems (MES), such as Hydra MES.

Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other data analysis and reporting tools.

Experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Why Join Us

Competitive compensation package based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated leadership capability.

Comprehensive benefits from Day 1 (no waiting period!)

Company matching RRSP plan

Opportunities for internal growth opportunities and development

Supportive, experienced team with strong tenure

Leadership approach focused on trust, accountability, and autonomy

The compensation for this role
between $93,000 - $116,300 CAD annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer
IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, we will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]

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📌 Production Manager (Ontario)
🏢 IPEX by Aliaxis
📍 Ontario