Balcan Innovations is a leading North American manufacturer of technical films, versatile packaging, and reflective insulation with five brands at its core: Balcan Packaging, Plastixx FFS Technologies, NELMAR Security Packaging Systems, rFoil, and Reflectix. We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Technical Project Manager to lead strategic engineering and operational initiatives across our manufacturing facilities in Toronto, Ontario and Markleville, Indiana. Our facilities specialise in the production of innovative reflective insulation products, serving customers across North America.

This role offers a unique opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in manufacturing performance, equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and cost optimization while working with cross-functional teams across multiple locations. The ideal candidate combines a strong engineering background with proven project management experience and thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Lead and manage technical projects and strategic initiatives across both manufacturing facilities.

Develop project charters, timelines, budgets, resource plans, and implementation roadmaps. Monitor project progress, risks, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes. Coordinate cross-functional teams including Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Quality, and Finance.

Provide regular project updates, performance metrics, and recommendations to senior leadership. CAPEX & OPEX Management Lead the planning, justification, execution,



and monitoring of capital investment projects. Develop business cases and ROI analyses for equipment purchases, automation initiatives, process improvements, and facility upgrades.

Manage project budgets, contractors, vendors, timelines, and implementation activities. Track and report project savings, financial performance, and return on investment. Bill of Materials (BOM) Development & Process Standardization Lead the creation, validation, and maintenance of Bills of Materials (BOMs) across all manufactured products.

Analyze material consumption, manufacturing processes, and product structures to establish standardized BOMs.

Manufacturing Process

Improvement & Technical Leadership Identify and implement opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, capacity utilization, quality performance, and equipment effectiveness. Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies. Provide technical leadership and guidance to plant teams across both locations.

Data Analytics & Performance Management Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) including project execution, cost savings, OEE, quality,



and operational performance. Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities. Present findings, recommendations, and project outcomes to leadership teams.

Support change management initiatives and successful adoption of new systems and processes. Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 4-6 years of experience managing engineering, manufacturing, technical, or process improvement projects within a manufacturing environment. Proven experience independently leading complex projects from concept through implementation.

Demonstrated success managing both CAPEX and OPEX initiatives.

Experience developing, validating, and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs). Strong planning, organizational, project management, and communication skills.

Experience supporting multiple manufacturing facilities. Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel. Exposure to automation projects, process engineering, and manufacturing optimization initiatives.

Opportunity to lead high-impact projects that directly influence business performance. Exposure to multi-site manufacturing operations across Canada and the United States. Opportunity to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

CAD $100,000 - $120,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Performance Bonus: Target bonus of based on company performance.

📌 URGENT! IT Project Manager (Toronto)
🏢 Balcan Innovations
📍 Toronto