JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Manufacturing & Warehouse Manager

Location: tekmar (Vernon, BC)

PURPOSE:

The Manufacturing manager directs and oversees all activities associated with Electronics Manufacturing and the Warehouse, so all safety, quality, delivery, productivity and cost metrics are achieved, and customer’s delivery and quality expectations are meet. Working with the Operations team, develops plans to execute forecasting, purchasing, scheduling, quality, inventory management, and training plans for Manufacturing. In addition, this position will oversee the smooth shipment of orders to customers and the processing and storage of inbound materials. The role is key to developing stronger relationships with associates, customers, suppliers and the union with professional and effective communication.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Maintain a safe work environment for all manufacturing associates, upholding all safety regulationsManagement of all Manufacturing Direct Labour associates, Production Scheduler, and the Warehouse Team . This includes the employee life cycle, training plans, team improvements and capacity planning.Ensure Manufacturing operational strategies and process improvements are optimized to ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity and Cost metric targets are achievedReview daily / weekly production plans with the team and work to eliminate problems, issues and bottlenecks to ensure product is produced efficiently and by the required due datesDevelop and work to improve all Manufacturing KPIs and metrics; prepare and present Operational reports, as requiredParticipant in meetings with the unionCoordinate Demand forecast process to ensure timely output of Capacity Resource plan, Variance reports and Material Requirements PlanDevelop, execute and oversee annual budgets for the Manufacturing value streamWork with freight carriers to negotiate rates and address logistics issues

*Other duties as required                    

Employee core competencies:

We are committed to attracting and managing the best talent globally.  We seek to attract and promote associates who demonstrate an ability and willingness to:

1.   Collaborate Across Workgroups

2.   Communicate Effectively
3.   Initiate Positive Change
4.   Drive for Results
5.   Deliver High Quality Work
6.   Provide Technical Expertise

7.  Negotiating

EDUCATION

Electronic Engineering Degree or Diploma  and/or the equivalent combination of education and manufacturing management experience.

MANAGEMENT:

Manages all Manufacturing Direct Labour, Warehouse team, and the Production Scheduler and provides input to Operations Mgr. for priorities for Indirect Operations staff

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS:

At least 10 years relevant experience in leading manufacturing assembly teamsStrong mechanical/engineering aptitudeStrong leadership skills and ability to effectively lead teams; maintain collegial working relationships with colleagues, managers, customers and team membersExperience with a Unionized work environmentSolid understanding of the Employment Standards in the province of British ColumbiaDemonstrated successful project management experience and acumen; Strong Project Management skills and results oriented achieving deliverables on time and meeting goalsSelf-starting and comfortable collaborating with diverse work teamsExcellent communication skills including written, technical and non-technical; oral and facilitating effective meetings including power point slide presentations and briefings (managing up and cross banding) Attention to detail; strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task under pressure and in deadline environmentsStrong computer skills with a variety of operational software systems (I.e. MS Suite, Excel, Visio, etc.)

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Works in a manufacturing / warehouse & office environmentAbility to move throughout the manufacturing and office areasAlternates between sitting, standing, and moving within the work areaMust be able to manipulate equipment used in performance of tasksOther demands include but not limited to oral, written, and presentation/communications skills