Production Manager

Westerkirk • Calgary, AB

12d • Onsite

About The Position

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is seeking a Production Manager to oversee the execution of the daily production plan in aircraft manufacturing and assembly operations. This role involves managing, coaching, and leading resources to meet production targets, including takt time, priorities, and employee performance. The Production Manager is responsible for implementing the Manufacturing Operation System (MOS), including daily floor meetings, resource management, work order completion, and ensuring employees adhere to safety policies, quality procedures, and housekeeping standards (5S). This is a key management position that collaborates closely with the Operations Director and support staff to ensure aircraft completion is achieved on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 5 + years of manufacturing management and supervisory experience
• Provide leadership, direction, mentorship and on the job training to production employees, while creating a positive work environment
• Previous manufacturing management experience
• Superior planning and trouble shooting skills
• Experience in facilitating meetings, training, etc.

Nice To Haves

• Lean manufacturing or project management is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Execution of Manufacturing Operation System principles by assigning / setting up daily expectation by area and employees (target vs. actual) confirm expectations have been met on daily basis
• Implement and maintain visual standard work in the production flow line
• Measure and report on daily basis activities performed by stage (target vs. actual)
• Define and set safety standards and expectations to ensure all employees follow safety policies; participate in hazard risk assessments as well as safety policies and legislation
• Anticipate and react to potential production interruptions and aid in recovery to minimize production loss
• Perform incident investigations within timelines specified by the safety policy
• Coach / provide feedback as necessary to improve production and quality levels of all employees
• Confirm that all employees follow approved documentation as per “Quality Management System (QMS)” as well as proper completion of paperwork
• Lead, implement, ensure and manage time attendance policy
• Engage, propose and lead implementation of “ideas / improvements” on the production shop floor
• Accountable for leading and managing employee’s performance and behavior
• Confirm that all employees are trained and capable to perform their duties
• Perform any other related project or task as required

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation
• Extended health benefits (medical, dental, vision, paramedical)
• Life insurance
• RRSP/DPSP Plan
• Employee and family assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager