Position OverviewWe 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 ConditionsPrimarily plant floor; some office and computer time. Exposure to noise and some chemical products in conditions where all appropriate protective equipment is available.
Benefits- Access to medical, dental, vision insurance with wellness incentives.
- 401(k) matching options.
- Free life insurance, disability insurance and more.
- Tuition assistance.
- Paid holidays + PTO.
