Operations Manager Management - Manitoba Full Time First/Mid Management Winnipeg, MB, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1354

Job title:

Operations Manager

Location:

Winnipeg

Reports to:

President

About Tavoron: Tavoron is a leading industrial automation company providing automation, robotics, and compressed air solutions that help manufacturers improve efficiency, quality, and safety. With approximately 400 employees across North America and a network of specialized companies, we deliver innovative technology, engineering expertise, and trusted customer support to solve complex manufacturing challenges and create lasting value. Join our team and make a difference.

About the company: Established in 1979,

Celco Automation

has proudly become the largest automation firm in Manitoba. We have done this by advancing our clients’ industrial automation processes through the design and implementation of integrated process control solutions that are more intelligent, efficient, and sustainable.

As we continue to grow, we are looking to add an Operations Manager to our Celco team, located in Winnipeg.

Position Summary: Reporting to the President, the Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing order flow throughout Celco operations. This includes scheduling and coordinating the movement of work within and between departments to ensure efficient workflow and the timely completion of engineering and production schedules and work orders.

The Operations Manager works closely with cross-functional teams to establish priorities, resolve scheduling and workflow issues, and maintain production commitments while supporting overall operational efficiency.





The key focus of this position is to continuously improve the flow of work from order entry through design and engineering, integration, quality control, and final product shipment. The Operations Manager will evaluate processes across each stage of the operation to identify bottlenecks, eliminate unnecessary effort, improve coordination and communication, and reduce overall cycle times.

The Operations Manager will also identify opportunities to reduce operating costs, improve resource utilization, minimize rework and inefficiencies, and strengthen gross margins and overall profitability. This role is expected to foster a culture of continuous improvement and ensure that operational processes support Celco’s commitments to quality, delivery, customer satisfaction, and financial performance.

Responsibilities:

Maintain clear and consistent communication with managers, employees, and vendors to support the effective operation of the company and ensure issues are identified and addressed promptly.

Develop, implement, and maintain quality assurance protocols and Celco’s QA/QC program to ensure consistent product and process quality.

Ensure ongoing compliance while driving continuous improvement and maintaining the effectiveness of the Quality Management System (QMS) in alignment with organizational objectives, applicable regulatory requirements and industry best practices (ISO 9001, ISNetworld,



COR).

Evaluate and improve existing processes, procedures, and workflows to increase operational efficiency, enhance internal capacity, and reduce unnecessary effort and costs.

Monitor operational activities to ensure work is completed on schedule, resources are effectively utilized, and projects and production activities remain within budget.

Work with HR and department managers to assess current and future staffing requirements, support workforce planning, and participate in the recruitment and onboarding of recent employees as required.

Provide project management support for larger projects, including coordination with internal teams, customer communication and support, project scheduling, progress tracking, and monthly project reporting as required.

Identify opportunities to reduce bottlenecks, rework, and inefficiencies throughout the order-to-shipment process, with a focus on improving margins and overall profitability.

Support continuous improvement initiatives across order entry, design and engineering, integration, quality control, and product shipment.

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None at this time

Travel Requirement:

As required

Qualifications:

Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in Operations Management, Manufacturing Management, or a related leadership role.

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Operations Management, Engineering, Electrical Technology, Manufacturing, or a related discipline is preferred.

Experience in the electrical, industrial automation, controls, or related industry.

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