About the Opportunity

An established, high-growth aerospace manufacturing leader in the Mississauga area is seeking an experienced, results-driven Production Manager to oversee day-to-day plant operations. To protect our market position and respect internal transitions, this search is strictly confidential.

In this role, you will be responsible for planning production schedules and overseeing manufacturing activities in alignment with business goals. You will develop policies and procedures designed to increase productivity, assure quality, and mitigate production problems. The successful candidate will improve throughput and other in-house processes with the objective of reducing overall costs, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering a culture of safety.

Core Responsibilities

- Operational Leadership: Plan, direct, and establish operating activities for production, manufacturing, and operations, including production planning, scheduling, resource allocation (equipment and personnel), and materials management.
- Team Development & Collaboration: Direct and monitor Supervisors and Lead Hands to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan. Coordinate efforts with other department heads in Engineering, Product Development, R&D;, Sales, Program Management, Quality, Finance, and Human Resources.
- Process Optimization & Standards: Identify, recommend, and implement changes to improve productivity, reduce costs, and minimize scrap. Direct the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of production standards while closely monitoring scrap and rework data.
- Equipment & Asset Management:



Oversee production equipment maintenance and repair, updating the master Maintenance Schedule on a regular basis. Ensure the safe usage of all tools and tooling, including both company and customer-owned assets.
- Resource & Budget Planning: Assess project and resource requirements. Estimate, negotiate, and agree upon budgets and timelines with clients and senior managers.
- Workforce & Training Management: Work closely with HR regarding recruitment, personnel issues, vacations, and personal leaves. Organize relevant training sessions, maintain training records, and create/update training plans, content, and schedules.
- Communication & Safety: Act as a central liaison between executive management and subordinate levels to communicate decisions, policies, and performance goals. Ensure all health and safety regulations are strictly met, and respond effectively to plant emergency situations.

Requirements & Qualifications

- Experience: Minimum of 10 years of management experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Experience within the aerospace sector is highly beneficial.
- Core Strengths: High levels of interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work collaboratively, build teams, and lead cross-functional operations.
- Attributes:



Must be a self-starter who takes initiative, remains assertive, and exhibits strong organizational skills paired with a high attention to detail.
- Communication: Exceptional ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing across all levels of the organization.
- Technical Savvy: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Why Join Us?

- Collaborative culture: Work with a cross-functional team dedicated to continuous improvement and manufacturing excellence.
- Health & dental: Access to our employer-shared extended health and dental care benefits.
- Team milestones: Enjoy fun company-sponsored social events, including our summer barbecues and annual holiday events.
- Easy commute: Free on-site parking available for all employees.

To Apply

To maintain absolute confidentiality, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your manufacturing leadership and production planning experience. All applications and inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.

Our company is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- In office parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Mississauga, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

- Production management: 10 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Production Manager (Mississauga)
🏢 Important Business
📍 Mississauga