Production Manager - 2nd Shift

We are seeking an experience Production Manager to direct and coordinate the day-to-day operations of the assigned shift within the KMG facility. Ensure performance is achieved through the implementation and completion of department and corporate goals.

• Responsible for the successful operation of assigned shifts within the KMG facility.
• Promote and monitor Health and Safety programs though the support of current policy and procedures. Take an active role in the elimination of hazardous conditions in developing a safer working environment.
• Manage the superintendent team within assigned departments/shifts and ensure production activities and priorities are properly executed to meet department goals and company expectations.
• Work with support leaders to develop and implement operating methods and procedures designed to eliminate operational issues and improve product quality.
• Enforce and support all company’s policies and operating procedures.
• Conduct staff meetings and prepare to provide feedback to the staff on issues such as manning requirements, production outputs, safety, labor relations, and all available actual to budget numbers.
• Review and maintain manpower levels to meet desired production output while maintaining targeted efficiency.
• Identify training requirements. Review and develop programs to meet operational requirements both short and long term. Ensure continual development of both staff and employees meet the changing facility needs.
• Manage the capacity of the production departments to ensure capacity both in equipment and resources to meet requirements as set out by the Master Schedule. Report all deviations to the Plant Manager.
• Develop and maintain operational budgets for each functional production department. Obtain and review budget result with budget owners monthly, identify deviations and ensure corrective actions are taken.
• Participate in the development of capital budgets and successful implementation of new or upgraded equipment.
• Work with Human Resource in all efforts to manage absenteeism with the production units.
• Responsible for the completion of employee performance reviews (EPR’s), MBO’s, and ensuring the department reviews are completed on time.
• Promote Labour / Management relation through the settlement of issues and grievances in a timely manner.
• Identify training requirements. Review and develop programs to meet operational requirements both short and long term. Ensure continual development of both staff and employees meet the changing facility needs.
• Remain current with industry and production technologies to advance the manufacturing process within the facility.
• Responsible to ensure all key controls (ICFR Internal Controls) identified under their area of responsibility are designed and operating as outlined in the internal controls over Financial Reporting.

Requirements

• Four (4) year college or university program degree or certificate; or six to eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 5 years’ plant operations experience in a leadership role
• A proven history of safety results and safety leadership in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and research skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate a thorough working knowledge of computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office); relational databases; spreadsheets; and word processing programs.  Working knowledge or Oracle or other similar ERP system

Benefits

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility.
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

 Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, andcarfaircomposites.com.

New Flyer is committed to administering all employment matters in accordance with the value we place on fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the contributions of all team members. We ensure that all employment decisions are based upon merit and comply with applicable employment legislation and requirements. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.