Manufacturing Operations Manager - Toronto, Canada - CKF Inc.

CKF Inc.

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

CKF Inc.

has five manufacturing facilities located across Canada, and one in the USA with a total workforce in excess of 800 employees.

Our operations produce foam, plastic and molded pulp products including disposable tableware, egg cartons, four-cup carriers, display containers, and a wide variety of other products for the food service industry.

We have an opportunity available, at our Rexdale location, for an Operations Manager with five years or greater experience in a manufacturing environment.

This is a full-time position, reporting to plant manager, working with a dynamic team.

We are a growing company, offering a great many challenges and opportunities to develop professionally and advance your career in manufacturing.

Looking for a dynamic, talented, experienced manager who can become a potential back-up for the plant manager.

Responsibilities:

Direct the Production work force in the daily execution of the production schedule, ensure the department meets all production orders at the right quality, time and lowest cost
Follow up on problems that cause production to vary from standard efficiency and quality
Oversee production scheduling, using efficient use of resources
Monitor shift manning levels, identify correct labour variances, drive the culture of change management to improve the productivity and reduce the cost of manufacturing.
Ensure accurate daily reporting of production data, generate trend reports
Identify inherent process characteristics that produce nonconforming product and takes steps to eliminate them, keep quarantined inventory to a minimum
Available on off hours for consultation with Production Supervisors, Leadhands and other staff to provide assistance as required to minimize downtime, reduce OT.
Liaise between with Production Scheduler, Process and Maintenance departments to quickly resolve equipment, process, quality and efficiency problems
Foster a motivated, enthusiastic and respectful work force with a good working environment
Oversee training and development of all Production employees
Work with Human Resources to ensure disciplinary action is applied fairly and consistently when required in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures
Ensure the Production department is in compliance with the Loss Control Management Program
Ensure safe work habits and conditions in all production areas, work closely with Corporate OH&S Manager to prevent incidents and injuries in the plant
Investigate production problems and engineer solutions through equipment, methods, manpower or procedural changes
Provide project management for production improvement projects

Qualifications:

Post secondary education in a related field, preferably a bachelor degree in engineering or science
510 years of progressive leadership and management experience in a 24/7 manufacturing facility, managing at least 100 employees
Experience in plastic manufacturing especially in thermoforming and rPET will be an asset
Proven leadership abilities in safety, quality, productivity, Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing
Ability to understand production priorities, labor utilization, reducing waste in the process
Strong analytical skills, familiarity with OEE reports, and labor and material variances
Ability to generate, maintain and respond to key performance indicators in order to move the process forward
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, people management and conflict resolution skills
Proficiency with MS Word, Excel and Power Point

Working Environment:

Responsible for 24/7 operation and varying amounts of overtime is required
Must be available during off hours for consulting and intervening during emergencies
Flexible to travel on an occasional basis

Compensation:

Salary, based on qualifications and experience, is competitively based
Bonus program in addition to salary
Excellent benefits package
CKF Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer._
We are committed to inclusive, barrierfree recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise Human Resources of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Benefits: