Job Order Detail

Description

David Aplin Group, one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, has partnered with our client, a Saskatchewan-grown industry-leading steel fabricator with a track record of more than 50 years of customer satisfaction to recruit for a General Manager  Manufacturing.

The Role:

-Manage and direct all aspects of Plant Operations, Sales, Procurement, Customer Service, Quality and Administration
-Consult with the Foreman and Shop Supervisors regarding labor forecasts, manufacturing schedules and inventory levels
-Recommend new approaches to manufacturing processes through lean manufacturing methodologies
-Lead all HSE initiatives
-Oversee procurement activities and direct the negotiation of major procurement contracts
-Work in conjunction with the Sales Manager to identifying and developing new business opportunities

The Ideal Candidate:

-A minimum of 5 years of management experience within a manufacturing/line-production environment. Steel industry experience is considered a strong asset
-Engineering or related technical or trade background
-Strong communicator with an open and hands on leadership philosophy
-Entrepreneurial and innovative mind-set with a proven ability to develop and implement new business strategies