Plant Manager Jobs in Ontario
A Plant Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing plant. This includes planning, organizing, directing and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customers' expectations, increasing production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards. They also have to ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines. This role requires a deep understanding of the manufacturing process and the ability to successfully lead a team.
The important skills a Plant Manager should have include leadership, organization, analytical thinking, strong communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have knowledge of business and management principles, as well as safety, quality and productivity procedures. A bachelor's degree in industrial management, business administration or a related field is usually required, and some employers may prefer candidates with an MBA. Certifications in project management and lean manufacturing can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Plant Manager, a person may have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Manager, or Operations Manager, which provide valuable manufacturing experience and opportunities for leadership.
Service Center Operations Manager II
- LGG Industrial
- Sarnia, ON
- 6 days ago
- LGG Industrial
- Sarnia, ON
- 6 days ago
LGG INDUSTRIAL LGG INDUSTRIAL is a solutions-driven national distributor of hoses, gaskets, and conveyor products. Our skilled colleagues serve customers in various industrial segments to improve...
Excellent lean manufacturing experience and skills are required. Certifications: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification is preferred....
Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads,...
Operations & Maintenance Facility Plant Manager
- Mississauga, ON
- 7 days ago
- Mississauga, ON
- 7 days ago
What you will do The O&M Facility Plant Manager will be part of our P3 Building Technologies & Solutions business at Johnson Controls....
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Job Details Level : Management Job Location : GAL Canada - Mississauga, Ontario Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Salaried Description Operations Manager Regular...
Plant Manager High-End Custom Manufacturing York Region, Ontario Our client, a long-established North American leader in high-end custom manufacturing is seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Manager...
Operations Manager At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal...
Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations (Plant) Peterborough (Canada)
- Peterborough, ON
- 30+ days ago
- Peterborough, ON
- 30+ days ago
This role is responsible for overall management & leadership of the plant operations, overseeing and managing various operational aspects such as safety, quality, production, maintenance, HR/Admin &...
Experience with Six Sigma or LEAN Manufacturing projects. Maintenance experience and/or experience with electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems preferred....
Objective: The Plant Supervisor is responsible for the leadership and management of the operational functions at the Woodstock Plant. The primary focus of this role is leveraging operational...
Unit Manager - Brewmaster, Creemore Springs Brewery
- Toronto, ON
- 90+ days ago
- Toronto, ON
- 90+ days ago
A Career in Beerand Beyond : Our purpose at Molson CoorsBeverageCompany is tobrew beverages that unite people to celebrate all lifes moments. Wevebeen brewing iconic brands forover350 years and...
Participates in local Plant Managers' meetings and attends community activities to enhance Company image in area....
Our new Plant Manager will work closely with our current Site Leader to learn the business before ultimately taking responsibility for leading our manufacturing operations....
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Plant Manager position
- Visual Management
- Manufacturing Management
- Production Scheduling
- Plant Operations
- Plant Management
- 5S
- Production Planning
- Production Control
- Industrial Engineering
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Total Productive Maintenance
- Semiconductor
- Aerospace
- Lean Manufacturing
- Kaizen
- Environmental Health & Safety
- Production Management
- Operational Excellence
- Health and Safety
- Optimization
- Cost Reduction
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Supply Chain
- Key Performance Indicator
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Performance Management
- Six Sigma
- Systems Applications & Products
- Engineering
- Strategy Development
- Distribution
- Operations Management
- Quality Control
- Process Improvement
- Implementation
- Decision Making
- Punctual
- Driving
- Mentoring
- Collaboration
- Employee Development
- Bachelor's Degree
- Coaching
- Reporting
- Inventory Management
- Budgets
- Regulations
- Sales
- Policy Development
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Staff Supervision
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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