As a result, we pride ourselves in being the most customer-responsive access panel company in the industry. Founded in 1995, BAUCO is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality, customizable architectural access panels and grilles. We are known for innovation, precision, and service excellence.

Our integrated model allows us to deliver fast lead times, custom solutions, and responsive support directly to job sites locally and across North America. Our products are featured in landmark projects such as the Wickaninnish Inn in Tofino, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and the Wilshire Grand Hotel in Los Angeles. Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for the daily execution of our production activities.

This role ensures that the production department has the people, resources, and direction required to meet the production schedule safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards. This is a hands-on role for someone who will spend significant time on the shop floor, working with Team Leads and production employees to understand performance, identify problems, mitigate obstacles, and drive continuous improvement. You're a creative problem-solver that can address the root cause and implement solutions quickly.

As the Production Manager, you are integral in building a culture of respect where employees are encouraged to contribute, learn new skills, and genuinely support each other. As BAUCO grows, this position will also play an important role in strengthening safety, quality,



and production standards and in developing teams across the production floor.

Production

Execute the production schedule, and work with Team Leads to anticipate upcoming demands, including planning required labour and material resources Identify, resolve and balance bottlenecks in production by utilizing visual data Ensure staffing levels, labour allocation, and training plans meet the needs of each production area Manage training and cross-training and track results and expirations Plan and lead shop floor Lean initiatives and 5S program, with a focus on continuous improvement and an elimination of "waste" Conduct area inspections and address issues quickly alongside appropriate reporting Actively participate in the JOHSC and monitor the effectiveness of our Health and Safety Program Ensure First Aid staff are available for all shifts Quality Manage production quality, including quality measurement as part of the manufacturing process Conduct root-cause analysis to fix issues at the source, and update training and procedures to prevent future incidents Foster a collaborative environment and encourage staff to contribute continuous improvement suggestions Set exceptional expectations for safety, quality,



and productivity We're looking for someone with experience owning Safety, Quality, and Production, and with strong people leadership skills. Significant experience leading employees in a manufacturing or production setting Ability to manage daily production, staffing, schedules, productivity and quality simultaneously Skilled in effectively managing multiple priorities while holding yourself and your team accountable for results Demonstrable experience using production KPIs and data to manage performance Strong people leadership, coaching and performance management skills Practical problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities Strong Assets: Experience applying Lean manufacturing or continuous-improvement principles Experience in a make-to-order, high-mix or custom manufacturing environment Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. On-site position Time will be split between the shop floor and an office workstation Competitive salary plus participation in the company bonus program Comprehensive medical, dental and vision care with 100% employer-paid premiums Monthly peer recognition celebrations, staff meals and social events Please note that we are unable to support work visas of any kind at this time for this role.

If you don't meet all of our requirements exactly or have taken a non-traditional professional path, we still want to hear from you. We encourage applications from people who may be underrepresented in the industry and are committed to fostering a welcoming culture that encourages flexibility and inclusion.

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