Job Description

Company Profile

Acadian Seaplants Limited is looking for a Production Manager for our manufacturing facility located in Cornwallis, NS. As a leading provider of sustainable, high-quality and research-based solutions. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we strive to deliver high-quality products to our customers worldwide. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Production Manager to oversee our production operations and drive efficiency in our manufacturing processes.

Your Role:

As the Production Manager, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of our manufacturing operations to ensure the timely production of high-quality products. You will lead a team of production staff, implement process improvements, and maintain a safe and efficient working environment.

More specifically, you will:

Implement and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations, including scheduling, production planning, and resource allocation. Lead and motivate a team of production supervisors and operators to meet production targets and quality standards. Develop and implement process improvements to optimize production efficiency and reduce waste. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including maintenance, engineering, quality control, and logistics, to resolve production issues and improve product quality. Monitor production metrics and analyze data to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions. Maintain inventory levels and ensure the availability of materials and resources to support production schedules. Implement and maintain quality control measures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and customer requirements. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and streamline processes. Support the company's core values regarding safety, teamwork and value creation for One Acadian, our customers, our communities, and the planet.

Qualifications/Competencies:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field; or equivalent experience. Ability to provide after-hours and weekend support. Proven experience in manufacturing management, with a minimum of [5] years in a leadership role. Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve common goals. Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and best practices, including lean manufacturing principles. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a data-driven approach to process improvement. Proficiency in using manufacturing software and ERP systems to manage production operations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and drive results.
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About Acadian Seaplants

Established in 1981, Acadian Seaplants has been sustainably harvesting and developing marine-derived products that benefit people, animals, and plants in over 80 countries across the world. We operate six production facilities in Atlantic Canada and Europe as well as boast our very own research facility that enables us to continuously innovate and discover new applications for our sustained and renewable resource. Acadian Seaplants is a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, and multi-national company with firm roots in Nova Scotia. We are a team of motivated, high achievers who believe in our brand, our products, and what they can offer. From production to engineers, to PhDs to accountants, we are a vertically integrated, diverse organization that finds a sense of pride in doing the work we love, which is easy to tell from our long-standing history of achievements. We truly believe we can create a sustainable world by advancing the science of seaweed.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person