Production Manager permanent up to $100K Location: Whitby, ON. Requirements / Qualifications: • University Degree or College Diploma in a technical field ; may consider equivalent experience • Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in a union environment • Good background in Continuous Improvement projects, scheduling, process support • Background in injection molding preferred • Management of a site with 50+ employees and three-shift / continuous operations environment • Strong background in business and operations • Leader with people management skills who is positive and leads by example to motivate others to achieve specific organizational goals • Experience putting in operational metrics and holding people accountable to same • Strategic thinker who can advance business operations • Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation • Backing in manufacturing with a clear understanding of production planning and scheduling techniques • Hands-on multi-tasker who is well organized, has a strong work ethic and high energy level • Computer knowledge (ERP, Microsoft Office) • Continuous improvement experience • General knowledge of the Canada Labour Code, Human Rights Act, Employment Equity Act and Ontario Employment Standards Act Responsibilities: • Plan, direct and control the activities of the operation to accomplish the budgeted financial objectives • Ensure the profitability and viability of the company; if not, take appropriate actions • Monitor and control all programs and activities related to the safety and well-being of the entire workforce • Ensure the company is in compliance with government and regulatory requirements • Ensure the requirements of the Quality and Environmental Systems are fully adhered to • Support Controller to maintain ERP (Sage + Mysis) data integrity • Foster and promote growth by supporting Engineering and Product Development • Support Controller to prepare annual budgets • Ensure that new business is started up effectively and on time • Provide guidance and direction to all functional areas • Manage the necessary resources to achieve annual budgets • Manage headcount in line with revenue and take appropriate actions to flex cost to revenue • Develop individual goals for operations team • Execute to meet and exceed Company KPIs • Monitor customer satisfaction levels to achieve 100% on-time deliveries • Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) philosophy throughout the organization • Participate in the Health & Safety Committee and provide management support for specific initiatives • Manage and direct all aspects of the Operations Department: Rubber and Injection Molding • Maintain a Safe working environment