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Also, \ncoordinates the installation, maintenance, and repairs of all company machinery and equipment within the facility, including any maintenance or repairs of the building or property. The Manufacturing Manager manages personnel in a safe, effective and efficient manner in compliance with the company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements.\nProvides leadership in the direction of all activities of the division consistent with corporate strategies, objectives and policies. \n\nCore Competencies\nCustomer Focus\nCommunication\nEnergy and Stress \nTeam Work \nProblem Solving \nAccountability and Dependability\nEthics and Integrity\nAnalytical Thinking Ethics and Integrity \nMathematical Reasoning \nCoaching and Mentoring \nEnforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations\nManaging Change\nSocial Responsibility\nFlexibility\nConflict Management\n\nJob Duties\nOversees responsibilities of supervisory staff. Is responsible for the growth and development of all Manufacturing and\nMaintenance Supervisors. Identifies training needs. Meets with staff regularly to encourage teamwork and a group effort.\nFinal decisions with regards to all facets of overtime with respect to production requirements.\nEnsures production requirements are being met. Analyze production reports, maintain finished good and WIP inventories, complies daily output, yield and scrap reports.\nParticipate actively and effectively in continuous improvement teams where requested and establish continuous improvement plans related to position responsibilities.\nWork in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the company’s safety rules and regulations.\nMonitors and improves efficiencies of process control by ensuring correct and efficient operation of all manufacturing functions.\nProvides feedback to supervisors and hourly employees regarding expectations, quality concerns and production activities.\nAssists in supervisory training to maintain competence.\nProvides and maintains equipment and processes that are capable of producing products and assemblies, which meet all customer requirements.\nEnsures compliance to procedures, functional performance and acceptability to contractual requirements.\nManages employees by ensuring quality, quantity, customer schedules and specifications are met.\nEnsures the Company provides a safe and clean work environment at all times.\nCoordinates action plans with Quality Assurance to ensure customer requirements on PPM standards are achieved.\nAnalyzes and reports to the General Manager on the effectiveness of plant manufacturing operations.\nIn conjunction with Human Resources, and adhering to the Collective Agreement administers discipline, and participation in Union-Management meetings dealing with the resolution of grievances and other problems.\nAssists General Manager in forecasting manpower requirements.\nWorks with General Manager to analyze and solve operations-related problems and attends operations-related meetings with other departments.\nCo-ordinates production activities with other departmental activities in Company.\nRead and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.\nCoordinate regular preventive maintenance on daily equipment and facility such as replacing light bulbs.\n\nBe knowledgeable in the use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.\n\nDetect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.\n\nComply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.\n\nInvolved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations or updates to current systems. \n\nCoordinate and monitor contractor activities for projects.\n\nWork with site-wide building maintenance to ensure compliance to any construction, renovation or updates.\n\nUpdate project information and maintain project files.\n\nOrganize drawings and prepare drawing packages to support project activity\n\nSupport department management, project managers and consultants as required\n\nUpdate and maintains information in (Company Name) records systems and department databases\n\nSet priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work.\n\nMaintain adequate supplies and equipment for the maintenance department.\n\nRequisition work to be completed through Purchasing.\n\nAttend meetings as required.\n\nMeet with Fire Department, Hydro, etc. as required.\n\nComplete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required.\n\nDrive Flex-N-Gate, vehicles, as required.\n\nCoordinate the painting and decorating of the interior and exterior surfaces as required.\n\nAdhere to departmental procedures and systems, e.g., \"systems for preventative maintenance\", \"maintenance requisitions\", scheduled work and continued quality improvement/risk management programs.\n\nOrganize minor construction work, e.g., dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry work, pouring concrete, etc.\n\nMaintain inventory of new equipment, manuals and warranties.\n\nOperate computerized preventative maintenance program.\n\nTroubleshoot and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures.\n\nSchedule preventative maintenance checks of all electrical alarms\n\nResponsible for the install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.\n\nOrganize mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, e.g., circulating pumps, air handling systems, and refrigeration etc.\n\nInitiate safety concerns and makes judgment on the best methods of completing tasks.\n\nResponsible for snow removal and ice safety.\n\nResponsible for landscaping and the overall esthetic look of Flex-N-Gate, Ventra property.\n\nAccountable for short-term planning and keeping appropriate authorities aware of decisions being made.\n\nPrepare monthly reports and budget\n\nPreparation of capital plan in consultation with unit maintenance committee\n\nPerform all other duties as assigned or needed.\n\nThe incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.\nThe incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in \nCQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.\n\nRequirements\nBachelor’s degree in Business Management/Technical Science or equivalent Experience \n7-10 years managerial experience in an automotive environment\nOccupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Laws \nConflict Resolution Management, Time Management\nStrong communication, organizational, problem solving, teamwork interpersonal and leadership skills\nStrong communication, presentation, organizational and leadership skills\nProficient computer skills\nEffective use of technology, instruments, tools and information systems\nAbility to seek a team approach\nAbility to give guidance and direction as required\nHighly motivated and able to work independently. \nAbility to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing\nAbility to multi-task and establish priorities\nAbility to maintain organization of maintenance schedule and files in a changing environment\nExhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership\nPossess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures\nAbility to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures)\nKnowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation\nPossess a valid driver’s license\nAble to create alternative solutions to problems\nExcellent time management and project management skills\nHigh level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning\nAbility to interpret and implement company policies and procedures\nDemonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures\nHighly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment\nAble to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing\nAble to work well under pressure\nStrong attention to detail\nAble to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times\nStrong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email\nPossess supervisory skills\nProven ability to troubleshoot\nConflict Resolution skills\nEmployee relations skills\nStatistical Process Control for Machine Capability\nPossess ISO TS14001 knowledge\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making \nWork Conditions\n24/7 availability may be required\nPhysical ability to lift up to 75lb\nTravel to the site, and off-site locations will be required\nSafety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.\nHazards associated with the trade\nWork both indoors and outdoors\nWill be exposed to construction sites\n\nThis job description is not inclusive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary. 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