Production Manager

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader ready to take full ownership of operational excellence within an expanding health and wellness production facility? Our partner in Maple Ridge, BC is seeking an accomplished Production Manager to direct day-to-day manufacturing activities, optimize throughput, and uphold stringent quality and safety standards. Operating within a high-growth environment, you will spearhead continuous improvement initiatives, coordinate cross-functional teams, and mentor production staff to consistently hit aggressive targets. Offering a competitive annual salary of $70,000 to $80,000 along with comprehensive group benefits and an RRSP match, this role is built for a proactive professional eager to streamline processes, minimize production wastage, and maintain strict GMP compliance. Step into a vital leadership role that directly impacts domestic and global distribution channels.

Advantages
• Pay & Comp: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year paid regularly
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive extended health care, dental coverage, and company-sponsored life insurance
• Financial Security: Group RRSP matching program to support your long-term retirement savings
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off package alongside regular company-sponsored team events

Responsibilities
• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate overall manufacturing facility operations to maintain schedule adherence, output priorities, and full regulatory compliance.
• Establish, monitor, and enforce production KPIs, production plans, and quality control systems to ensure zero-defect output and on-time shipment.
• Allocate labor, raw materials, and machinery efficiently to achieve target volumes while minimizing operational downtime and batch wastage.
• Manage departmental operating budgets, coordinate capital equipment maintenance schedules, and evaluate machinery replacements or modifications.
• Supervise, train, and conduct performance reviews for production personnel, fostering a collaborative culture committed to safety and process optimization.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in a science discipline or equivalent manufacturing leadership background; 3+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or regulated processing environments.
• In-depth expertise in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), health and safety regulations, and quality standards.
• Proven personnel management, technical training, and interpersonal communication capabilities with strong mathematical and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and digital production reporting systems.

Summary
Our partner is a dynamic, rapidly expanding manufacturing organization producing top-tier natural and non-prescription health products distributed across international markets. Built on a commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, their Maple Ridge facility provides a modern, fast-paced work environment where proactive leadership and technical competence are recognized and rewarded. As Production Manager, you will serve as the operational cornerstone of the facility, collaborating closely with quality assurance, supply chain, and executive leadership to ensure plant targets align with broader business objectives. The organization takes pride in cultivating team member growth through continuous learning, structured safety protocols, and a positive team atmosphere. Qualified candidates seeking to advance their careers within a thriving nutraceutical manufacturing operation are encouraged to submit their resumes for immediate and confidential consideration.

Connect with our recruitment team today to explore this outstanding local opportunity. Please apply directly to: [email protected]

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.

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