Drive Products is in search of a Plant Manager to join our growing team in Edmonton, Alberta. As Plant Manager, you will oversee all daily operations of the plant from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. You will develop processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality, and productivity.PLANT MANAGER-Edmonton, Alberta Major Responsibilities: Provide leadership to all aspects of the operations.Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectationsIncrease production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standardsBe responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shippingAllocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal resultsImplement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focusMonitor operations and trigger corrective actionsShare a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage and develop plant staffCollect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtimeMeet financial objectives and goals by forecasting requirementsCommit to plant safety proceduresOversees the maintenance of the building, equipment and plat security and protection.Facilitate and direct maintenance to optimize machinery utilization.Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assetsDeliver Feedback about plant goals and objectives to leads,



department managers and executive membersEnsure effective interchange of information between all work groups including all DPI/Voth manufacturing and upfitting locations and Logistics TeamsEducate, develop, and motivate a manufacturing work group to achieve required production results.Address employees’ issues or grievances Influence and learn from belowRecommend measures of continuous improvement in order to increase quality, efficiency and safety.Stay up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts.Qualifications: BS degree in Business Management/Industrial Engineering or related fieldAdequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertiseBe knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processesHigh level of QA theory and practical applicationQuality Management System:



Ensure all staff are trained and adhere to the applicable standards and procedures for their work.Regularly review the branch’s operations to confirm QMS procedures are consistently being followed.Ensure site compliance to all labor, safety, and environmental regulations.Take prompt corrective action if requiredHeath & Safety: Ensure all staff are trained and adhere to the safe work policies and practices for their jobs.Develop and implement regular health and safety staff information sessions to maintain employee awareness levels.Ensure and oversee all HS and JHSC rules and regulations are in force.Review and take appropriate action relating to health and safety recommendations and concernsSkills: Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.Proficient use of MS Office with emphasis to spreadsheets, data managementExcellent interpersonal communication and listening skillsStrong customer service and troubleshooting skills.Superior time management skills, multitasking skills, and the ability to prioritizeTasks.Solid team building, decision-making and people management skills.Professional, responsive, and positive work attitude is essential.Travel may be required, as well as overnight trips. During certain periods, may experience high volumes of activities as per the responsibilities listed above. Additional or irregular hours may be required as deemed operationally necessary.Drive Products promotes a work/life balance and provides a generous compensation package, including a competitive base salary, comprehensive benefits, as well as various opportunities to build on your skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Plant Manager (Edmonton)
🏢 Drive Products
📍 Edmonton