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Director, Manufacturing Systems & Applications

@ Toromont Cat

Hamilton, Ontario

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Overview

AVL Manufacturing is hiring a Director, Manufacturing Systems & Applications to lead support, enhancement and administration of ERP and manufacturing systems. The role manages ERP upgrades and integrations across plant operations, supply chain and finance. Full-time permanent, with a stated base salary of $135,000 to $165,000 and travel required.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead support, enhancement and administration of ERP and manufacturing systems
  • Manage ERP upgrades, migrations and transformation initiatives
  • Oversee integration between ERP, MES, warehouse and production systems
  • Coordinate vendors, consultants and internal teams on projects
  • Develop reporting and operational dashboards

Requirements summary:

  • 5+ years supporting enterprise applications in manufacturing
  • Proven ERP implementation and migration experience
  • Experience with SAP, D365, Infor or similar platforms
  • Knowledge of APIs, data architecture and reporting platforms
  • Strong problem-solving and stakeholder skills

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Employer posting date
2026-08-19
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityDirector
DepartmentIT
Experience5+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice, Plant or factory
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Encouraged to applyPeople with disabilities
Perks mentionedPerformance bonus

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Toromont Cat

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Bâtissons l'avenir ensemble! - Let's Build Tomorrow Together!

Full company description

Toromont Cat est le concessionnaire Caterpillar autorisé au Manitoba, en Ontario, au Québec, au Nouveau-Brunswick, en Nouvelle-Écosse, à l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, à Terre-Neuve et Labrador et au Nunavut. Nous nous spécialisons dans l’approvisionnement et l’entretien d’équipement neuf et usagé appuyés par un service après-vente exceptionnel. Créée en 1993, Toromont Cat est une division de Toromont Industries (TSX : TIH), une société à croissance diversifiée cotée en bourse qui a été incorporée en 1963. Notre priorité est d’offrir à nos clients des solutions qui contribuent au succès de leur entreprise. Avec plus de 300 modèles de machines et d’accessoires spécialisés dans la gamme de produits Cat, une multitude d’équipements connexes et de partenaires technologiques, un service varié et des options de location, nous pouvons répondre à vos besoins, quelque soit la tâche à accomplir. Toromont Cat is your Cat Dealer in Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, P.E.I., Newfoundland and Labrador, and Nunavut. We are dedicated to supplying and servicing new and used equipment, delivering a superior customer experience and exceptional product support to the markets we serve. Established in 1993, Toromont Cat is a division of Toromont Industries (TSX: TIH), a publically traded, diversified growth company incorporated in 1963. We are focused on offering our customers solutions aimed at making their business more successful. With over 300 machine models and specialized attachments in our Cat equipment product line, a host of allied equipment and technology partners, and varied service and rental options, regardless of your needs or the job at hand, we strive to be your first choice. For more information please visit www.toromontcat.com

LinkedIn followers
58,239
People associated on LinkedIn
4,032
Reported office locations
  • 3131 Hwy 7 West, Concord, Ontario L4K 1B7, CA
  • 5001 Trans-Canada Hwy, Pointe-Claire, Qc H9R 1B8, CA
  • 175 Akerley Blvd, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia B3B 3Z6, CA
  • 140 Inksbrook Dr, Winnipeg, Manitoba R2R 2W3, CA
  • 165 Urquhart Crescent, Fredericton, New Brunswick E3B 8K4, CA
  • 82 Kenmount Rd, St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador A1B 3R1, CA
  • 27-71 Nuvua St, Rankin Inlet, Nunavut X0C, CA
  • 130 Sherwood Rd, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island C1E 0E4, CA
Business categories
  • Construction
  • Machinery Manufacturing
  • Building Material
  • Mining
Other recorded names
  • Toromont Cat
Specialties
  • Construction
  • Mining
  • Power Systems
  • Paving
  • Truck
  • Agriculture
  • Lift
  • Crushing & Screening
  • Machine Control
  • Governmental
  • exploitation minière
  • Production d'énergie
  • asphaltage
  • chariot élévateur
  • concassage
  • grands travaux
  • technologie d'assistance
  • and camion
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0

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Toromont Cat est le concessionnaire Caterpillar autorisé au Manitoba, en Ontario, au Québec, au Nouveau-Brunswick, en Nouvelle-Écosse, à l’Île-du-Prince-Édouard, à Terre-Neuve et Labrador et au Nunavut. Nous nous spécialisons dans l’approvisionnement et l’entretien d’équipement neuf et usagé appuyés par un service après-vente exceptionnel. Créée en 1993, Toromont Cat est une division de Toromont Industries (TSX…

FieldValue
IndustryMachinery Manufacturing
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersConcord, Ontario
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1993
SpecialtiesConstructionMiningPower SystemsPavingTruckAgricultureLiftCrushing & ScreeningMachine ControlGovernmental
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Job description

Founded in 1998, AVL has grown into a North American leader in turnkey engineering, manufacturing, and assembly solutions. For over 25 years, we've combined in-house mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering with custom acoustical design and airflow analysis to deliver fully integrated power-generation and energy-storage systems.

Rooted in Hamilton, Ontario, AVL Manufacturing is proud to expand our North American footprint with our new U.S. facility, in Charlotte, NC —bringing world-class power packaging solutions closer to our customers.

AVL remains fiercely client-focused—driven by a dedication to quality, innovation, and collaboration that ensures every custom enclosure and power solution precisely meets our customers' needs.

Our team is the foundation of our success. Comprised of dedicated engineers, skilled fabricators, and experienced project managers, we bring a collaborative, hands-on approach to every project. Our in-house experts in mechanical, structural, and electrical engineering work seamlessly with our production teams to deliver precision-built solutions that exceed industry standards. Quality is more than a goal—it's our promise. From initial design to final assembly, we are committed to meticulous craftsmanship and continuous improvement to ensure our customers receive reliable, high-performance products they can trust.

At AVL, we truly live our 'We Are One Team' philosophy. Through seamless collaboration and a shared commitment to excellence, we consistently deliver results that exceed quality expectations.

Job Summary:

Director, Manufacturing Systems & Applications

An experienced technology leader responsible for the day-to-day delivery, support, and continuous improvement of business and manufacturing systems across a complex industrial environment. Working closely with plant operations, supply chain, finance, engineering, and business stakeholders, this role ensures critical systems remain reliable, integrated, and aligned with operational needs.

The successful candidate will bring deep hands-on experience supporting manufacturing applications, ERP platforms, shop floor systems, system integrations, reporting solutions, and business process improvements. They will lead technology projects from requirements gathering through implementation and ongoing support, while also serving as a trusted partner to operations teams.

Pay Type

Full Time, Permanent

Compensation

$135,000.00 to $165,000.00

The listed base salary is just one component of our total rewards package, and performance-based or discretionary bonuses may be available.

Location: Hamilton, North Carolina - travel required. Hamilton based preferred. Some flexibility with remote work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the support, enhancement, and administration of ERP and manufacturing systems.
  • Manage ERP upgrades, migrations, and business transformation initiatives.
  • Partner directly with plant leadership to identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
  • Oversee integration between ERP, MES, warehouse management, production, quality, and other operational systems.
  • Coordinate vendors, consultants, developers, and internal support teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
  • Troubleshoot complex business and technical issues affecting production and operational processes.
  • Drive adoption of best practices for system governance, master data management, testing, and change management.
  • Develop reporting, analytics, and operational dashboards to support business decision-making.
  • Provide leadership to analysts, developers, and application support resources.
  • Ensure business systems remain secure, stable, scalable, and well-documented.

Job Specific Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise applications within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
  • Proven experience with ERP implementation, migration, and support projects for Manufacturing companies.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production planning, inventory management, supply chain, quality
  • Experience supporting ERP solutions such as SAP, D365, Infor or similar platforms.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing systems integration, APIs, data architecture, and reporting platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to work directly with business stakeholders and translate operational requirements into technology solutions.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, hands-on approach to delivery and support.

AVL Manufacturing offers a competitive compensation package with exceptional benefits.

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

At AVL Manufacturing, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive hiring process and supporting candidates with disabilities. If you require any accommodations during recruitment or selection, please notify our Human Resources team so we can assist you appropriately.

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Please note that our hiring processes involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with screening, assessing, or selecting candidates; all final decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws.

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