Operations Manager

PURPOSE

The Operations Manager is the key leader, and linkage between activities in compounding, production (including filling/packaging) and shipping/receiving. To manage the production floor and all line employees, responsible for production output on all filling and labeling lines and to include repackaging and refurbishing; Ensure safe work practices are maintained within the department. Manage interactions between departments and within departments to ensure highest level of production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

(Principle Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned).

• Employ a continuous improvement mindset. Analyze scrap, loss and downtime using Root Cause Analysis tools and recommend and implement improvements where necessary, resulting in increased output, efficiency, decreased costs, scrap and downtime
• Collaborate with Demand Planning to proactively identify roadblocks/scheduling issues and work to eliminate problems before they reach the production floor
• Oversee and direct activities of setup and maintenance mechanics. Utilize CMMS to increase uptime, decrease scrap/loss and improve yield and right-first-time output.
• Ensure that all personnel within the department are trained in and comply with safety standards at all times. Sustain health and safety mindset by identifying and eliminating risks and hazards on the floor and fostering environment in which concerns are discussed and resolved
• Maintain compliance within department to all GMP and regulatory requirements at all times
• Manage projects (i.e. new equipment, new procedures, etc.) to improve overall department efficiency in cost-effective manner
• Ensure timely start-ups of each line in the mornings and after changeovers
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained for each production run (work orders, skid tickets, line leader sheets, time cards)
• Compile downtime reports and identify solutions to downtime issues to improve production output while maintaining product quality
• Coordinate, organize and schedule all componentry through Supervisor to production lines
• Coordinate all bulk material to lines for production through the Compounding Supervisor
• Coordinate and transfer of stock to the warehouse through the Warehouse Supervisor and the porters
• Create and update daily and weekly production summaries
• Provide direction to all line employees as to their duties on all packaging lines
• Maintain good housekeeping of packaging areas
• Interaction with the Quality Control department to ensure defect free products and timely sign-off lines

PRIMARY INTERACTIONS

• Compounding, QC, Maintenance, Shipping/Receiving, and Demand Planning

COMPETENCIES (Behavioural & Technical Skills)

• Ability to inspire and motivate employees with varying skill levels is a must
• Demonstrable problem-solving and troubleshooting skills required
• Proven leadership skills
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Fluency (spoken, written) in English required
• Ability to effectively manage and develop employees
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Technical/mechanical ability

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Diploma/Degree in a related field preferred
• 8-10 Years of experience in manufacturing industry. High-speed filling/packaging preferred
• 5+ years experience in a management position
• Training/experience in Root Cause Analysis methods and 5S required. Project Management experience in Microsoft Project or alternate would be an asset
• Experience with Adage/ASSISTics or similar MRP would be a definite asset
• Demonstrable experience in utilizing CMMS required
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office) required. Demonstration of advanced skills in Excel will be required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office environment utilizing the phone and computer frequently. Physical effort (lifting up to 50lbs, moving pallets, pallet jacks etc.) may occasionally be required. Some travel required. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where problems occur and volumes are heavy. Tasks do not expose employee to physically unpleasant or hazardous conditions.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $86,000- $105,000 CAD (commensurate with experience and location).
• Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
• Health Spending Account
• Life and Dependent Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Short Term Disability (not available for Union employees)
• Long Term Disability
• Travel Assistance
• Voluntary Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00-$105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application question(s):

• What would be your compensation expectations?

Ability to Commute:

• Mississauga, ON L5T 2N3 (required)

Work Location: In person