(CAN) Manager, Production

Walmart • Vaughan, ON

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Assistant General Manager, this position is responsible for optimizing product flow through the DC, resulting in timely, accurate store fulfillment. Utilizing an in depth knowledge of all processes, technologies and systems, this role provides timely direction to functional leads to meet production KPIs on a day to day basis in receiving, order-filling and shipping and contributes to development of strategic operational plans to increase the overall capacity & efficiency of the DC. Oversees all daily work activities to ensure customer quality, productivity, service and delivery commitments are met.

Requirements

• Age – 18 or older

Nice To Haves

• Utilizing an in depth knowledge of all processes, technologies and systems
• Provides timely direction to functional leads to meet production KPIs on a day to day basis in receiving, order-filling and shipping
• Contributes to development of strategic operational plans to increase the overall capacity & efficiency of the DC
• Oversees all daily work activities to ensure customer quality, productivity, service and delivery commitments are met
• Interacts frequently (multiple times per shift) with the onsite Production Support team and Team Leaders to ensure optimal efficiency, flow and throughput
• Provides direction, support, and coaching to Team Leaders in the fulfillment of their responsibilities and the accomplishment of objectives
• Devises action plans as appropriate to address any areas of substandard performance
• Reviews staffing schedules and allocation of resources to ensure levels are consistent with budget forecasts
• Facilitates a variety of departmental and operational meetings to ensure open two-way communication

Responsibilities

• On a daily basis, plans and schedules production to ensure they are carried out in a productive, safe, and cost-efficient manner.
• Establishes area-specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) and processes and ensures department employees are adequately trained in their proper execution.
• Sets and communicates departmental objectives.
• Monitors and analyzes the daily productivity report (TPR), the key performance indicators (KPIs), and employee productivity reports.
• Works closely with on-site Human Resources department to address employee performance issues in accordance with policies.
• Reviews and audits current budget expenditures for cost savings or efficiency opportunities.
• Attends and/or conducts planning meetings, task forces, and workgroups with other Area Managers/other DCs to review common issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Makes recommendations for process improvements in operational procedures, productivity standards, staff planning and allocation, working conditions and use of equipment in order to increase efficiency of department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees