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Production Manager

@ Trench Group GmbH

Ontario

$115k–$150k/yr10+ years experience
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Overview

Trench Group GmbH is hiring a Production Manager to lead operations at its unionized high-voltage power transmission manufacturing facility in Toronto. The role runs two shifts (with planned expansion to three), manages production to safety, quality, cost and delivery targets, and drives continuous improvement. Compensation is $115,000 to $150,000 per year, full-time and permanent.

Pay:

$115,000–$150,000 a year

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage all production operations across shifts
  • Monitor KPIs and drive corrective actions
  • Champion continuous improvement using Lean tools
  • Lead workforce planning, hiring and performance management
  • Manage union-management relations and WSIB programs

Requirements summary:

  • Engineering, manufacturing or business degree or diploma
  • 10+ years in assembly manufacturing and operations leadership
  • Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent CI training (preferred)
  • Experience in custom or project-based manufacturing (preferred)
  • Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and OHSA

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Employer posting date
2025-10-01
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-28

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Job details

SeniorityManager
DepartmentSales
Experience10+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening
Work settingPlant or factory, Office
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsLean Six Sigma
EducationCollege diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required)
Fields of studyEngineering, Manufacturing, Business
Perks mentionedPaid training

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Trench Group GmbH

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Securing the future starts with Trench Group’s solutions designed to strengthen the world’s energy infrastructures

Full company description

As Trench Group, we are sage and VISIONARY INNOMAKERS leading the sustainable transformation of the electric power industry. We support our business partners in their transition to a greener future by offering the most complete, advanced, and sustainable portfolio of high-voltage products and solutions. We aim to leave a powerful and respectuos footprint in the market that we lead and the world we live in. Find more about who we are and discover our complete portfolio of Instrument Transformers, Bushings and Coils at www.trench-group.com

LinkedIn followers
21,872
People associated on LinkedIn
810
Reported office locations
  • Sachsendamm 63-64, Berlin, Berlin 10829 , DE
  • Schuckertstr. 1, Erlangen, 91058, DE
  • 1865 Clements Rd, Pickering, Ontario L1W 3R8, CA
  • Paschinger Straße 49, Leonding, Oberösterreich 4060, AT
  • 16 rue du Général Cassagnou, BP 80070, SAINT-LOUIS CEDEX, 68302, FR
  • Nürnberger Straße 199, Bamberg, 96050, DE
  • Strada Curagnata, 37, Cairo-Montenotte, 17014, IT
  • 71 Maybrook Dr, Scarborough, Ontario M1V 4B6, CA
  • No. 2 Jingshenxisan Street, Daoyi Economic, Development Zone, Shenbei New District, Shenyang, 110136 , CN
Business categories
  • Training
  • Machinery Manufacturing
  • Electronics
  • Industrial
  • Manufacturing
Other recorded names
  • Trench Group GmbH
  • Trench Group
Specialties
  • High Voltage Components
  • Instrument Transformers
  • Bushings
  • and Coils
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Reported total investment
0

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

As Trench Group, we are sage and VISIONARY INNOMAKERS leading the sustainable transformation of the electric power industry. We support our business partners in their transition to a greener future by offering the most complete, advanced, and sustainable portfolio of high-voltage products and solutions. We aim to leave a powerful and respectuos footprint in the market that we lead and the world we live in. Find…

FieldValue
IndustryUtilities
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersBerlin, Berlin
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesHigh Voltage ComponentsInstrument TransformersBushingsand Coils
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Job description

Production Manager

71 Maybrook Drive, Toronto, ON, M1V 4B6 | Full-Time, Permanent |10+ years of experience

About us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance.

We are driven by a commitment to advancing the energy sector through innovative technology and sustainable practices. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, attention to detail, and adaptability, while fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

Our Values:

  • Trust
  • Responsibility
  • Excellence
  • Navigating Change
  • Candor
  • Humility

Overview

We are seeking a results-oriented and hands-on Production Manager to lead operations at our unionized manufacturing facility, specializing in high-voltage power transmission products. Operating over two shifts (with planned expansion to three), this role plays a critical part in delivering complex, customized, project-based products on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of quality and safety.

The ideal candidate brings a strong continuous improvement mindset, a solid foundation in Lean Manufacturing and 5S, and extensive experience in Ontario’s regulated manufacturing environment.

Your Tasks:

  • Lead and manage all production operations to achieve safety, quality, cost, inventory, and delivery targets.
  • Oversee daily activities across shifts, ensuring execution of production schedules and on-time delivery of customer projects.
  • Monitor and report on key production metrics and KPIs; analyze trends, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging Lean tools, 5S, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Project Management, and HR to improve efficiency and resolve issues.
  • Engage in strategic planning and execution with senior management, contributing operational insights and supporting initiatives such as shift expansion and capacity growth.
  • Standardize production workflows and implement best practices to support long-term scalability.
  • Lead workforce planning, hiring, training, and performance management of supervisors and frontline employees.
  • Maintain a positive and productive union-management relationship, partnering with HR to address grievances and conduct investigations.
  • Ensure full compliance with Ontario labour laws, OHSA, and ISO standards (9001, 14001, 45001).
  • Administer WSIB and return-to-work programs, and oversee short- and long-term disability case management.

Requirements:

  • Education: Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business.
  • Experience: 10+ years of experience in assembly manufacturing and operations leadership.
  • Certification: Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent CI training (preferred).
  • Demonstrated success in production management, quality improvement, and cost control.
  • Experience implementing Lean principles, leading safety programs, and developing high-performing teams.
  • Background in custom or project-based manufacturing environments is preferred.
  • Strong working knowledge of ISO 9001, OHSA, and relevant compliance standards.
  • Proven success leading growth initiatives such as shift expansion, factory scale-up, or capacity increases.

We offer:

In accordance with the Pay Transparency Act, we are committed to providing clear and accessible information about compensation for this role. The expected compensation range for this position is $115,000 – $150,000 / Annually. Actual compensation within this range will be determined based on several job-related factors, including relevant education, depth and breadth of experience, professional certifications or license, specialized skills aligned with the role, and internal equity considerations.

  • The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
  • You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
  • Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology
  • Competitive benefits package

Contact: [email protected]

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility
Trench is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or support at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
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