Posted 22 days ago
OPERATIONS MANAGER - INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION
@ NPAworldwide
Toronto, Ontario
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Overview
IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is hiring an Operations Manager for Industrial Automation for its client, an automation equipment manufacturer in North GTA/York Region, Ontario. The role leads purchasing and daily production for a team of about 30 and drives process improvement. Permanent, full-time, on site, with occasional evenings and weekends, minimal travel, and a salary of $105,000 to $130,000 plus bonus.
Responsibilities:
- Manage daily and weekly production schedules and resolve bottlenecks
- Own purchasing, supplier relationships and pricing negotiations
- Balance inventory to reduce shortages and excess stock
- Implement lean tools such as 5S, visual management and standard work
- Coach purchasing and production staff and track key performance measures
Requirements summary:
- 5 to 8 years of progressive manufacturing operations, production or purchasing experience
- Demonstrated team leadership
- Experience in equipment, industrial or capital-goods manufacturing
- Applied lean or continuous-improvement methods
- Post-secondary education in operations, supply chain, engineering or business
- APICS/CPIM, SCMP or Lean Six Sigma an asset
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-23
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | APICS/CPIM, SCMP, Lean Six Sigma |
| Education | College diploma (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Operations, Supply chain, Engineering, Business |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus |
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NPAworldwide
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 15 |
Job description
Job Description
IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is confidentially seeking an OPERATIONS MANAGER INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION for our client in North GTA/York Region, ON.The Opportunity
Our client is an established specialty automation equipment manufacturer serving industrial customers across North America. They are seeking an Operations Manager to lead purchasing and day-to-day production, strengthen operating processes, and improve delivery performance.
Permanent | Full Time | On Site
Typical Business Hours Occasional evenings/weekends as required.
Minimal Travel most within the GTA area. Very occasional overnight travel.
Compensation Target: $105,000 - $130,000/year, plus bonus.
Comprehensive employer paid benefits package.
Open to hearing from those outside this range.
Who Were Looking ForYou are a hands-on manufacturing leader who brings structure to a busy operation. You combine practical production knowledge with sound purchasing judgment, communicate clearly, and help teams turn improvement ideas into consistent results.
What You Will Do
The Operations Manager will oversee purchasing and production execution within a manufacturing operation of approximately 30 employees. Working closely with the Director of Operations, you will align materials, people, and production schedules to meet customer commitments safely, efficiently, and consistently.
This role combines shop-floor leadership with planning, supplier management, and continuous improvement. Your focus will be building practical processes that support reliable delivery, cost control, and sustainable growth.
Lead production execution: Manage daily and weekly production schedules, coordinate resources, and resolve bottlenecks while maintaining safety, quality, and delivery standards.
Own purchasing: Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and lead times, and ensure materials are available to support production.
Control inventory: Balance material availability with inventory investment, reducing shortages, excess stock, and unnecessary costs.
Strengthen operating processes: Implement practical lean tools, including 5S, visual management, standard work, and root-cause problem solving.
Develop the team: Coach purchasing and production employees, set clear expectations, and reinforce accountability and continuous improvement.
Coordinate across functions: Partner with sales, engineering, and finance to align production capacity and purchasing decisions with customer requirements and business priorities.
Measure performance: Track and report key measures, including on-time delivery, inventory turns, purchase price variance, and safety performance.
Deliver improvements: Lead focused initiatives that reduce waste, improve productivity, shorten lead times, and control costs.
Qualifications
Qualifications
58 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, production, and/or purchasing, including demonstrated team leadership.
Experience within equipment, industrial, or capital-goods manufacturing.
Practical knowledge of production scheduling, material availability, and shop-floor execution.
Experience managing suppliers, negotiating purchasing terms, and making decisions that affect cost and profitability.
Demonstrated application of lean or continuous-improvement methods in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to simplify processes, establish priorities, and follow through on improvements.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including sound judgment on when to escalate issues.
A collaborative leadership style and comfort working both on the shop floor and with the leadership team.
Post-secondary education in operations, supply chain, engineering, or business. APICS/CPIM, SCMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification is an asset.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada for any employer, without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Why Is This a Great Opportunity
Why This Role?
Make a visible impact in a growing business where you can influence the full operation. Work closely with an experienced Director of Operations, gain exposure to senior leadership, and develop your capabilities as the company scales.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : CA$ 105000
Salary Max : CA$ 130000
Currency Type : CAD
IN DEMAND Recruitment & Consulting Inc. is confidentially seeking an OPERATIONS MANAGER INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION for our client in North GTA/York Region, ON.The Opportunity
Our client is an established specialty automation equipment manufacturer serving industrial customers across North America. They are seeking an Operations Manager to lead purchasing and day-to-day production, strengthen operating processes, and improve delivery performance.
Permanent | Full Time | On Site
Typical Business Hours Occasional evenings/weekends as required.
Minimal Travel most within the GTA area. Very occasional overnight travel.
Compensation Target: $105,000 - $130,000/year, plus bonus.
Comprehensive employer paid benefits package.
Open to hearing from those outside this range.
Who Were Looking ForYou are a hands-on manufacturing leader who brings structure to a busy operation. You combine practical production knowledge with sound purchasing judgment, communicate clearly, and help teams turn improvement ideas into consistent results.
What You Will Do
The Operations Manager will oversee purchasing and production execution within a manufacturing operation of approximately 30 employees. Working closely with the Director of Operations, you will align materials, people, and production schedules to meet customer commitments safely, efficiently, and consistently.
This role combines shop-floor leadership with planning, supplier management, and continuous improvement. Your focus will be building practical processes that support reliable delivery, cost control, and sustainable growth.
Lead production execution: Manage daily and weekly production schedules, coordinate resources, and resolve bottlenecks while maintaining safety, quality, and delivery standards.
Own purchasing: Manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and lead times, and ensure materials are available to support production.
Control inventory: Balance material availability with inventory investment, reducing shortages, excess stock, and unnecessary costs.
Strengthen operating processes: Implement practical lean tools, including 5S, visual management, standard work, and root-cause problem solving.
Develop the team: Coach purchasing and production employees, set clear expectations, and reinforce accountability and continuous improvement.
Coordinate across functions: Partner with sales, engineering, and finance to align production capacity and purchasing decisions with customer requirements and business priorities.
Measure performance: Track and report key measures, including on-time delivery, inventory turns, purchase price variance, and safety performance.
Deliver improvements: Lead focused initiatives that reduce waste, improve productivity, shorten lead times, and control costs.
Qualifications
Qualifications
58 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, production, and/or purchasing, including demonstrated team leadership.
Experience within equipment, industrial, or capital-goods manufacturing.
Practical knowledge of production scheduling, material availability, and shop-floor execution.
Experience managing suppliers, negotiating purchasing terms, and making decisions that affect cost and profitability.
Demonstrated application of lean or continuous-improvement methods in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to simplify processes, establish priorities, and follow through on improvements.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including sound judgment on when to escalate issues.
A collaborative leadership style and comfort working both on the shop floor and with the leadership team.
Post-secondary education in operations, supply chain, engineering, or business. APICS/CPIM, SCMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification is an asset.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada for any employer, without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
Why Is This a Great Opportunity
Why This Role?
Make a visible impact in a growing business where you can influence the full operation. Work closely with an experienced Director of Operations, gain exposure to senior leadership, and develop your capabilities as the company scales.
Salary Type : Annual Salary
Salary Min : CA$ 105000
Salary Max : CA$ 130000
Currency Type : CAD
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