Production Manager

Eaton’s Electrical sector is currently seeking a Production Manager to join our team. This position is based at our Airdrie, AB facility and offers benefits from day 1.

Are you enthusiastic about manufacturing? Do you have experience in light industrial Production Management? Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position is responsible for supporting financial, customer, quality and employee objectives by maintaining manufacturing timelines, developing and implementing plans to enhance productivity, supporting cost improvement objectives and nurturing employee development. The incumbent will also drive implementation within the department of key corporate initiatives including Eaton Lean System (ELSS), Eaton Business System (EBS) and the Eaton Management System for Environment, Health, Safety and Security (MESH).

Who we are: Eaton Corporation is a power management company that develops electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power products and services. Our products are used in many industries, including aerospace, vehicles, hospitals, and factories, this role be responsible for painting Eaton’s products ensuring that the quality of product is paramount while doing it safely.

Eaton Airdrie is a fully integrated manufacturing plant that has been serving Canadian businesses for over 44 years. Currently, it produces a range of electrical products, for both national and global markets. With our proximity to East Lake and its walking paths, in addition to the wellness and family assistance benefits the company offers, we strive to support the wellbeing of our employees. We pride ourselves on encouraging an atmosphere of diversity and inclusion, while fostering employee engagement initiatives.

Our commitment: Eaton is not just about business; we are about making a difference. Our team is dedicated to improving lives and safeguarding the environment through our products and services.

What you'll do?

Quality & CI Process Alignment: Implement the Eaton Lean System (ELSS) and the Eaton Quality System (EQS) and ensure adherence to ISO 9000 quality procedures and work instructions while actively participating in the quality improvement process. Employ process improvement, cost reduction and quality improvement processes in conjunction with the Eaton Business System.

Leadership: Supervise the administration of Eaton and plant policies/guidelines to ensure consistent and uniform application. Direct the development and implementation of cost, productivity and strategic manufacturing programs consistent with plant objectives.

Analytics & Metrics: Analyze department capacity restrictions, develop alternative plans to improve methods and layouts, and recommend new equipment expenditures to align capacity with plant objectives. Identify metrics for key business drivers and reinforce knowledge of them throughout the assembly operation.

Department Planning: Effectively manage the departmental budget, including the tracking of all capital equipment as well as department manpower and capacity planning. Maintain departmental tooling and equipment, including the provision of new/replacement hand tools etc.

Personnel Management: Partner with Human Resources on recruitment (assessment and selection) for entry level openings and promotional opportunities within the department. Provide on-going mentoring, coaching and development of direct reports to instill a team-focused and quality culture within the department. Complete annual performance evaluation/mid-year progress reviews for all direct reports, identify opportunities for development and support employees through on-going coaching/counseling. Fully deploy Talent Hub/ Talent Hub-Manufacturing within the department, meeting all Talent Hub requirements and due dates. Manage the Eaton Survey feedback process within the department.

What will make you successful?

The ideal candidate will have effective time and project management skills, experience in a manufacturing facility and possess a willingness to learn. The candidate will require strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, which will be essential when working with front line employees in a fast-paced environment. A proven ability with computers and various types of software will be essential for the candidate, in addition to a strong analytical aptitude and complex problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in a relevant field
• Minimum 3 years of related experience, including supervisory experience
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Be legally authorized to work in Canada without the sponsorship of a company
• No relocation is offered for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with fabrication equipment such as turret punches, press brakes, spot welding, powder coating, etc.
• Minimum of 3 years in a similar role or function
• Working knowledge of LEAN manufacturing processes and Six Sigma Tools

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click Benefits at Eaton Canada / Avantages sociaux chez Eaton Canada for more detail. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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