We are seeking a hands-on, driven Production Manager to lead daily operations across multiple coating lines in a fast-paced, high-mix manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production of advanced materials used in aerospace and industrial applications.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader who can balance floor presence with operational discipline, drive accountability, and continuously improve throughput, quality, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities 

Production Leadership

• Lead and supervise production teams across multiple coating lines operating 24/5
• Drive daily execution to meet production schedules, output targets, and on-time delivery
• Monitor and improve labor efficiency, uptime, and throughput

People Management

• Directly manage shift supervisors and production personnel
• Set clear expectations and hold team accountable to performance standards
• Coach, train, and develop employees; build bench strength for future growth
• Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management

Operational Excellence

• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in production processes
• Partner with Engineering to improve process stability and reduce variability
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, waste reduction, cycle time improvements)

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, including aerospace requirements (AS9100)
• Partner with Quality to address non-conformances and implement corrective actions
• Maintain strong discipline around documentation, traceability, and process control 

Safety & Environmental

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety protocols
• Work closely with EH&S to mitigate risks and maintain a safe working environment

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Scheduling, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Shipping to ensure smooth flow of materials and orders
• Communicate production status, risks, and recovery plans clearly to leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field
• 5–10+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in coatings, textiles, composites, or similar process industries
• 3+ years of leadership experience in a production environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal (English). 
• Materials/composite industry experience would be an asset 
• Familiarity with regulated environments (aerospace, ISO, AS9100) is a plus

Key Skills & Traits

• Strong floor presence – leads from the front, not behind a desk
• High accountability – owns results and drives issues to closure
• Process-oriented but practical – balances structure with execution
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication across all levels of the organization

Working Conditions

Primarily plant floor; some office and computer time. Exposure to noise and some chemical products in conditions where all appropriate protective equipment is available.