For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, effective, sustainable energy future.

The Senior Production

Manager leads the daily operation of multiple production shifts of a large facility (or facilities) with responsibility for interacting with Planning, Purchasing, Materials, Ops Engineering, Quality, Facilities and other departments to achieve maximum quality and cost effectiveness in an on-time and efficient manner. The scope of ownership includes various manufacturing processes (i.e.. Multi site, vertical integration, multiple product lines, etc.).

Success in this role is defined by daily order execution, workforce flexibility, employee onboarding, productivity/efficiency, sequencing, process adherence, and training/development in production. This will be measured by ongoing improvements in driving quality, schedule attainment, Safety, and productivity/efficiency.

Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Experience: Engineering, Business or Industrial Technology or 8 years of related experience in operations ~Experience leading a major cross-functional project that included managing resources, implementing project plans and timelines, identifying and removing roadblocks, implementation of improved product lines ~ Previous multi-site management responsibility and / or experience managing multiple different product lines ~ o Fluent English Written/Verbal ~ ERP/MRP Experience: SAP, Oracle or JD Edwards Demand Driven Fulfillment Principles ~ Strong Coaching/Mentoring Leads all facets of supervision including workforce flexibility, staffing, employee onboarding and training/development, to include cross-training. Leads all aspects of a section (or sections) of the total plant by establishing goals and objectives for the business and manages the assets assigned to that value stream (people and equipment). This will be measured by ongoing improvements in driving quality, Safety, and productivity/efficiency.





Works closely with Planning, Purchasing and Materials Management and their teams to achieve SMART goals and KPI’s. Develops and challenges resources to improve performance through systems utilization and process improvements. Coaches and mentors his/her production team to improve engagement with local technical/commercial stakeholders and to establish communication channels between the cross functional teams.

Implements and executes frequent department safety inspections and assures the accurate completion of all accident reports. Interviews, hires, and monitors the performance of employees for assigned areas; develops appropriate cross-training programs. Reviews the daily and weekly shipping schedules and production capabilities to determine how to employ people, equipment and tooling to execute sequence and expedite daily orders.

Manages performance – recognizing achievement, providing feedback and administering progressive discipline when necessary. and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. As one of the leaders and largest suppliers of power generation equipment and technology, the work we do touches millions of lives. Our challenging goals develop knowledgeable employees dedicated to helping continue Generac’s success.

Generac provides individuals the opportunity to work in a quick-paced agile work environment where their work makes a difference in people’s lives and their own. #

📌 Manufacturing Manager - Manufacturing/Industrial, Lean/Six Sigma (Waterloo)
🏢 Generac Industrial ULC
📍 Waterloo