Lean Production Manager

Lean Production Manager

Location: Sudbury, ON (Relocation Assistance Available)

Our client is a growing Canadian manufacturer of specialized heavy industrial equipment serving the mining industry. As the business continues to experience strong year-over-year growth, they are transforming their manufacturing operation from a custom, build-to-order environment into a world-class lean manufacturing operation.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Lean Production Manager to lead that transformation. Reporting directly to the General Manager and serving as a member of the senior leadership team, you will champion the implementation of lean manufacturing principles while building a culture focused on operational excellence, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the transformation from a custom cell-build environment to a lean production line operation.
• Design, implement, and sustain Lean Manufacturing systems across the production floor.
• Improve plant organization, cleanliness, material flow, and visual management.
• Implement and drive Lean tools including:
• Takt Time Management
• 5S
• Kaizen Events
• Heijunka
• Visual Management
• Standard Work
• Manufacturing Cell Design
• Coach, mentor, and develop production leaders and supervisors.
• Partner closely with Engineering and Supply Chain to resolve production challenges.
• Improve productivity, throughput, quality, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Reduce manufacturing costs through process improvements and strategic outsourcing where appropriate.
• Lead production quality and safety initiatives.
• Develop assembly manuals, standardized work instructions, and production processes.
• Manage departmental budgets and production KPIs.
• Build systems, processes, and operating standards that support future growth.

What We’re Looking For

• 3-5+ years of leadership experience in the manual assembly of heavy rubber-tired industrial equipment, such as:
• Mining equipment
• Construction equipment
• Agricultural equipment
• Heavy mobile machinery
• Demonstrated success implementing or leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Strong understanding of:
• Kanban
• Just-in-Time (JIT)
• Line-side Logistics
• Manufacturing Standard Work
• Cell Design
• Production Preparation Process (3P)
• Experience improving workflow, reducing waste, and increasing production efficiency.
• Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering degree (or equivalent technical education and experience).
• Strong leadership, coaching, and change management skills.
• Experience in ISO manufacturing environments is considered an asset.

Why This Opportunity?

• Lead a significant operational transformation from the ground up.
• Join the senior leadership team with a direct impact on business growth.
• Influence manufacturing strategy and culture.
• Work with an innovative Canadian manufacturer serving the global mining industry.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate.