Manufacturing and distribution leadership in Brantford, Ontario requires Lean Manufacturing expertise and strong operational performance management. Oversee integrated production and distribution functions.Reporting to the General Manager, the Manufacturing and Distribution Manager leads approximately 40 to 50 employees through supervisors and operational leaders. The role oversees manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, and distribution while advancing continuous improvement, automation, KPI development, production planning, and process optimization.

Success requires cooperative leadership, trust building, mentoring, and accountability.Key Responsibilities:

Lead manufacturing, warehousing, shipping, and distribution operationsMonitor production output, throughput, efficiency, scheduling,



and service KPIsImplement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiativesSupport automation, equipment implementation, and capital projectsManage operational budgets, capital expenditures, and departmental spendingRequirements:

Eight to ten-plus years of progressive manufacturing leadership preferredExperience in custom batch buildingExperience coaching supervisors through operational changeLean Manufacturing, KPI development, and performance management experienceProduction scheduling, warehousing, and distribution knowledgeApply manufacturing leadership, Lean practices, and KPI expertise to guide Brantford operations through accountable, sustainable improvement.

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