Manager Manufacturing

Kennametal, Inc.•Belleville, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a results-driven Manufacturing Manager to lead and oversee all production operations within our facility. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence through effective production planning, performance management, and continuous improvement. The Manufacturing Manager ensures efficient daily operations by proactively identifying and resolving challenges related to staffing, scheduling, tooling, safety, quality, and production flow. This role also maintains a strong focus on business performance, cost control, and achievement of operational goals, while supporting facility and equipment reliability.

Requirements

Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and business objectives.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive operational improvements.
Proven experience in production management, process optimization, and performance management.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication capabilities.
Bachelor’s degree or diploma from a recognized technical institution or a related field preferred.
3–5 years of relevant leadership experience in a manufacturing or operational environment.
Experience in the manufacturing industry strongly preferred.
SAP experience is required.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all plant production activities to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Develop and execute production schedules and monitor performance against established standards.
Monitor daily operations and resolve issues related to staffing, scheduling, tooling, safety, quality, and production flow.
Oversee maintenance of facility and equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Provide strategic and tactical input to support achievement of business objectives.
Translate organizational strategy into actionable plans for plant operations.
Lead cross-functional initiatives and projects with broad organizational impact.
Identify emerging operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Accountable for departmental budget development, management, and adherence.
Optimize operational efficiency to minimize cost exposure while maintaining performance targets.
Oversee product and/or operational performance within a business unit ranging from approximately $50M–$300M in revenue or cost of goods sold (COGS).
Allocate resources effectively to meet short-term operational priorities.
Support organizational design and workforce planning within the functional area.
Ensure effective utilization of personnel, equipment, and materials.
Make informed decisions using data analysis, integrated thinking, and sound judgment.
Ensure decisions align with company policies, procedures, business plans, and functional objectives.
Manage risks with potential short-term impact on operations and company assets.
Provide input into broader decision-making processes within area of accountability.