Director of Manufacturing

SUMMARY

Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Manufacturing to provide strategic leadership and executive oversight across manufacturing operations, engineering, quality, facilities, maintenance, and production support functions for their operations in the West GTA. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, this leadership role will oversee multiple departments and manager-level leaders while driving operational excellence, quality, safety, productivity, capacity utilization, and continuous improvement initiatives across a complex manufacturing environment. This is a key leadership opportunity for a manufacturing executive who can balance strategic planning with operational execution while leading large teams, optimizing plant performance, supporting business growth, and ensuring world-class manufacturing standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience within a complex production environment

• 5+ years of experience leading manager-level direct reports across multiple operational functions

• Experience within the furniture manufacturing sector strongly preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Management, Manufacturing, or a related discipline

• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing operations, engineering, quality systems, facilities management, and production planning

• Strong experience with ERP/MRP systems, production software, Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, Gantt charts, and business reporting tools

• Comprehensive knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BIFMA standards, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Occupational Health & Safety legislation

• Strong financial and business acumen including budget management, capital planning, cost control, and operational performance management

• Demonstrated experience leading change management initiatives and driving business transformation projects

• Strong leadership, coaching, mentoring, succession planning, and performance management capabilities

• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and operational decision-making capabilities

• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with a proactive leadership approach

• Valid driver's license required

• First Aid certification considered an asset

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for manufacturing, engineering, quality, facilities, maintenance, and production planning functions

• Lead and develop manager-level leaders across Production, Quality, Engineering, Facilities & Maintenance, and Production Planning & Scheduling teams

• Establish and execute operational strategies that support business growth, productivity improvements, quality objectives, and customer satisfaction goals

• Champion Health & Safety programs, regulatory compliance, safe work practices, and continuous improvement initiatives across all facilities

• Partner with Human Resources, Health & Safety, and operational leaders to maintain a safe, compliant, and engaged workplace culture

• Oversee Quality Management Systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, BIFMA certifications, audits, corrective actions, and continuous quality improvement programs

• Review quality metrics, non-conformance trends, supplier performance, and root-cause analyses to improve overall product quality

• Lead all facilities management activities including security, maintenance, environmental compliance, infrastructure planning, and asset management

• Direct short- and long-term capital planning initiatives including equipment purchases, facility upgrades, machinery relocations, and expansion projects

• Oversee preventative maintenance programs and ensure effective management of emergency repairs and contractor relationships

• Collaborate with Production Planning & Scheduling teams to optimize plant capacity, resource utilization, inventory management, and delivery performance

• Monitor operational KPIs, financial performance, productivity metrics, quality indicators, and departmental budgets to achieve business objectives

• Lead workforce planning, succession planning, employee development, and performance management processes across operations teams

• Resolve escalated customer concerns and operational issues while maintaining strong customer satisfaction standards

• Support acquisitions, expansion initiatives, operational integration projects, and continuous improvement programs across the organization

• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and operational excellence programs to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maximize throughput

• Present operational performance updates, strategic recommendations, and business improvement initiatives to executive leadership

• Perform additional duties as required to support organizational goals and operational success

APPLICATION

If you are a strategic manufacturing leader with a strong background in operations, engineering, quality, facilities management, and continuous improvement, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume outlining your experience leading complex manufacturing operations, managing large teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering measurable business results. Only qualified candidates will be contacted. Thank you.