Summit Search Group are working alongside one of our top clients, a leading Canadian-owned and operated glass manufacturer, who is seeking a dynamic leader to join their Calgary-based team.
As the Operations Manager, you will lead the Calgary operations. You’ll be responsible for driving productivity, optimizing processes, and ensuring seamless cross-department collaboration to maintain exceptional customer service.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee Daily Operations:
- Ensure efficient, high-quality, and compliant day-to-day operations, implementing standardized processes and training programs.
- Monitor, audit, and ensure 100% compliance with operational standards (safety, quality, throughput).
- Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance manufacturing processes and performance.
- Use operational data to conduct performance analysis, identify areas for improvement, and drive actionable solutions.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives and a safety-first culture.
- Enhance Communication and Documentation:
- Facilitate effective communication between departments for timely issue resolution.
- Produce operational reports and maintain documentation to support trend analysis.
- Assist in developing and improving operational policies and procedures.
- Optimize Resource Management:
- Oversee personnel, equipment, and material resources to meet operational goals.
- Propose resource optimization strategies and collaborate with leadership to implement them.
- Drive Process Improvement:
- Lead teams to meet performance targets and operational success.
- Standardize process enhancements and address operational bottlenecks.
- Support Team Development and Culture:
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture with a focus on operational excellence.
- Assist in the onboarding and training of new team members.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, operations management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in overseeing operational activities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Proficient in operational tools and MS Office suite.
- Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and ability to adapt under pressure.
This is an outstanding opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please reach out to colm cunningham at [email protected].
Summit Search Group has a strong commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion. We strive for continuous development, modeling, inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias throughout our process.
Remuneration
Remuneration for this position will consists of a base salary between $110,000-$130,000 in addition to a bonus and full benefit program.