Position Introduction:
This is a full time, permanent position, and an opportunity to work with a fun, family orientated organization in a growing company division. Katch Kan offers a competitive salary and benefit packages, and an engaging work environment. We are looking for an experienced R&D Production Manager to lead the development and manufacturing of existing and new Katch Kan products. You will oversee product innovation, design, and production operations, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and safe delivery of our solutions to the oil and gas market.
This job is a safety-sensitive position and therefore, you must pass a drug and alcohol test to be eligible for employment.
Role Accountabilities:
- Lead the research, development, and design of new oil and gas safety and containment products.
- Supervise and coordinate production operations, ensuring timely manufacturing while maintaining quality and safety standards.
- Evaluate and select materials, processes, and production techniques for optimal product performance.
- Collaborate with engineering, sales, and field teams to translate customer needs into practical, innovative solutions.
- Develop and implement production schedules, workflows, and SOPs to improve efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality certifications.
- Manage and mentor the production team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Other related duties as assigned.
Core Competencies:
- Dependable, Responsible and Mature
- Safety and Environmentally Conscious
- Passion for sustainable systems and modern technology
- Ability to be self-directed, creative and flexible within the work environment
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills; Excellent problem solving
- Strong communication and presentation skills and ability to represent the company and project team in a professional manner to stakeholders
- Project management, collaborative, and technical leadership skills; communicate needs for additional services or products
- Work independently, as well as contribute to a team
- Experience or background in the industry would be an asset
- High proficiency of Microsoft Office applications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
- Familiar with ISO Quality Assurance Program.
- Proven experience in R&D and production management, preferably in oilfield equipment or industrial products.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality standards relevant to oil and gas products.
- Hands-on problem-solving skills, with experience in prototype development and production scaling.
- Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Drug and alcohol screening, Criminal record check.
