Plant Manager – High-End Custom Manufacturing
York Region, Ontario
Our client, a long-established North American leader in high-end custom manufacturing is seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at its state-of-the-art facility.
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With decades of industry presence, the company is renowned for its commitment to quality craftsmanship, innovation, and tailored design solutions.
Reporting directly to the COO, the Plant Manager will lead core departments including Scheduling, Production, Maintenance, and Shipping.
The Plant Manager will play a key role in driving operational excellence, team development, and continuous improvement across the plant.
The ideal Plant Manager is a strong and motivational leader with a proven ability to manage complex production environments.
They will bring a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset and possess exceptional decision-making and strategic planning skills.
Advantages
- Full time hours
- Competitive compensation package
- Benefits
- 3-4 weeks vacation (based on experience in industry)
- York Region location
Responsibilities
-Oversee daily production to meet schedules, quality standards, and safety goals.
-Guide and support department leaders to foster a collaborative, results-driven environment.
-Ensure products meet quality and regulatory standards; resolve issues and drive improvements.
-Enforce health, safety, and environmental protocols across the plant.
-Manage labor, materials, and overhead costs; identify opportunities to reduce expenses and improve efficiency.
-Oversee equipment maintenance programs; recommend capital investments as needed.
-Lead initiatives to improve efficiency, throughput, and product quality
- Track and report KPIs, costs, and performance metrics to senior leadership.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years' experience in high-complexity, mass-customization manufacturing environments
At least 5 years in a Plant Manager role overseeing teams of 25 or more employees
Proven background in the woodworking and/or millwork industries
Knowledge of premium wood finishing techniques is a strong advantage
Demonstrated expertise in LEAN manufacturing, including production planning and value stream mapping
Comprehensive and current understanding of WSIB and OHSA compliance requirements
Strong track record in leading organizational change and fostering collaborative, high-performing teams
Skilled in reporting operational performance and key metrics to executive leadership teams
Experience working within a unionized environment is considered an asset
Summary
If you're ready to make a difference and be valued for your skills, apply now!
sarah.dinis@randstad.ca / linkedin.com/in/sarah-dinis-948a405a
This role does not suit your expectations? Did you know we are the experts in recruitment for skilled trades and industrial management positions and that we cover a large number of manufacturing, industrial and service sectors. Your career is no longer meeting your potential, you want to improve your work conditions or just want a change in environment? Our services are free of charge and we are dedicated to finding the perfect match for you!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Plant Manager – High-End Custom Manufacturing
York Region, Ontario
Our client, a long-established North American leader in high-end custom manufacturing is seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Manager to oversee day-to-day operations at its state-of-the-art facility.
With decades of industry presence, the company is renowned for its commitment to quality craftsmanship, innovation, and tailored design solutions.
Reporting directly to the COO, the Plant Manager will lead core departments including Scheduling, Production, Maintenance, and Shipping.
The Plant Manager will play a key role in driving operational excellence, team development, and continuous improvement across the plant.
The ideal Plant Manager is a strong and motivational leader with a proven ability to manage complex production environments.
They will bring a hands-on, entrepreneurial mindset and possess exceptional decision-making and strategic planning skills.
Advantages
- Full time hours
- Competitive compensation package
- Benefits
- 3-4 weeks vacation (based on experience in industry)
- York Region location
Responsibilities
...
-Oversee daily production to meet schedules, quality standards, and safety goals.
-Guide and support department leaders to foster a collaborative, results-driven environment.
-Ensure products meet quality and regulatory standards; resolve issues and drive improvements.
-Enforce health, safety, and environmental protocols across the plant.
-Manage labor, materials, and overhead costs; identify opportunities to reduce expenses and improve efficiency.
-Oversee equipment maintenance programs; recommend capital investments as needed.
-Lead initiatives to improve efficiency, throughput, and product quality
- Track and report KPIs, costs, and performance metrics to senior leadership.
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years' experience in high-complexity, mass-customization manufacturing environments
At least 5 years in a Plant Manager role overseeing teams of 25 or more employees
Proven background in the woodworking and/or millwork industries
Knowledge of premium wood finishing techniques is a strong advantage
Demonstrated expertise in LEAN manufacturing, including production planning and value stream mapping
Comprehensive and current understanding of WSIB and OHSA compliance requirements
Strong track record in leading organizational change and fostering collaborative, high-performing teams
Skilled in reporting operational performance and key metrics to executive leadership teams
Experience working within a unionized environment is considered an asset
Summary
If you're ready to make a difference and be valued for your skills, apply now!
sarah.dinis@randstad.ca / linkedin.com/in/sarah-dinis-948a405a
This role does not suit your expectations? Did you know we are the experts in recruitment for skilled trades and industrial management positions and that we cover a large number of manufacturing, industrial and service sectors. Your career is no longer meeting your potential, you want to improve your work conditions or just want a change in environment? Our services are free of charge and we are dedicated to finding the perfect match for you!
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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