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Arrow focuses on providing innovative design, quality craftsmanship, and exceptional customer service.\nGroup Division:\nArrow Off Road Stratford was established 100 years ago, developing our people has been a core function and commitment of our business. Our culture is built on safety, integrity, and a commitment to partnering with our customers. We offer our people a commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and the opportunity to implement innovative ideas.\nAt our Stratford Facility, we fabricate and assemble components for heavy truck, defense, and off-road equipment companies. We feature fitting and welding, metal forming, saw cutting, painting, assembly departments, and manufacture everything from small components to large structures, sheet metal to heavy plate.\nPosition Summary: The General Manager (GM) is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the manufacturing operations, including production, P&L management, quality control, maintenance, supply chain management, and employee management. The GM ensures that manufacturing processes run efficiently, meet quality standards, and align with company goals and objectives. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, improving profitability, and ensuring customer satisfaction.\nCompensation Range: $142,000 to $180,000 annually\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities:\nAssume full profit and loss responsibilities for the facility.\nCreate a “Team” environment amongst the factory leadership support group.\nContinue to drive the implementation and support of World Class Manufacturing strategies.\nRefine and implement a strategic vision and action plan for the facility\nCreate a strategy with plans to further strengthen and broaden existing customer relationships.\nAccountable for implementing a process of financial discipline, ensuring the development of solid business planning models, e.g., budgets\nResponsible for implementing a manufacturing strategy that includes refining product and process engineering initiatives.\nWorks effectively with other factories within the Group to execute North American-wide sales programs.\nExpected to improve overall factory operating efficiencies applying Lean philosophies.\nDevelopment and Management of plant KPI's against Business Plan targets.\nManage compliance with all Provincial and Federal Environmental Regulatory requirements and lead in terms of HS&E initiatives as it relates to facility and equipment compliance.\nCoordinates production/planning activities to ensure new products are launched in a timely and cost-effective manner.\nDevelops, manages, and maintains departmental plans, budgets, and capacity utilization (labor and equipment)\nPerforms other duties as necessary in support of the factory's overall goals.\nComplies with requirements as outlined in the company handbook and OHSA.Follows and complies with all Operational Procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (i.e. IATF, ISO 14001)\n\nCharacteristics\nA “hands-on” floor-savvy leader with a passion for improving all aspects of the business. \nTechnically competent. Has the judgment and experience required to know what it takes to get the job done\nFlexible and innovative. Willing to accept new approaches and ideas. Enthusiastic, positive, and highly motivated. A “self-starter.”\nA good planner and implementer. Makes things happen.\nEstablishes objectives and goals, then sees that they are met. Has a sense of urgency. Challenges and encourages the organization.\nStrong business orientation. Sees the “big picture.” Understands how various functions integrate and the importance of the entire organization working as a single team.\nPersonal commitment to high quality standards. Strong communication skills and an ability to formulate positive interpersonal relationships.\nAbility to thrive in a “Lean and Mean” resource-conscious organization\nCapable of managing multiple challenging assignments concurrently; moving swiftly and decisively, but collaboratively and effectively with others.\nPersonal commitment to high-quality standards. Strong communication skills and an ability to formulate positive interpersonal relationships.\nStrategic thinker and effective problem solver.\nPerceptive, responsible, and accountable.\nTeam player.\nEducation, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities\nBachelor’s degree in a related field (business, engineering, finance) is preferred.\nTen (10) years of diverse professional and managerial experience, including financial/budget responsibility, management, leadership, and strategic decision making/leadership.\nStrong state-of-the-art manufacturing orientation within the steel components and assembly manufacturing industry.\nHas a solid understanding of quality systems and is familiar with SPC, DOE (Design of Experiments), FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis), and close tolerances required today in the manufacturing sector.\nAdept at working with employees and setting high standards.\nTechnically competent with hands-on knowledge of metal fabrication manufacturing processes.\nUnderstanding of the concepts of synchronous manufacturing and lean production manufacturing methodologies and the ability to formulate and implement a tactical plan.\nEquipment/ Tools/ Technology Used:\nMicrosoft Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Project.\nERP/MRP experience\nPhysical Demands:\nAbility to work in a manufacturing environment, which may involve standing or walking for extended periods, exposure to loud noise, and working in various temperature conditions.\nOccasional lifting or moving of materials or equipment up to 25 lbs.\nThe role is primarily based in a manufacturing facility, with regular interaction with production staff and management teams.\nOccasional travel may be required to visit other company locations, suppliers, or customers.\nWhat We Offer - Your Benefits Package\nAt Arrow, we’re proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, finances, and future.\nHealth & Wellness\nHealth, dental, and vision coverage from day one!\nVirtual healthcare with Lumino Health\nEmployee and Family Assistance Program (Homewood Health)\nFitness membership discount\nWork boots and prescription safety glasses program\nFinancial Benefits\nAutomatic Enrollment in Company-Paid Deferred Profit Sharing\nRRSP Match Program\nLife and travel insurance for you and your family\nAttendance Bonus & Profit Sharing\nEmployee Discount Program\nTime Off & Culture\nThree weeks vacation days to start\nRegular company events and team activities\nSupportive, inclusive workplace culture\nCareer Growth\nTuition reimbursement for job-related education and training\nArrow is committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations throughout the recruitment process in line with the Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.\nCandidates please note, we do not use AI for application screening. \nDisclaimer: Only emails from  are official. 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