Trench Group

Plant Manager

LocationScarborough, ON
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

On-site | Full time | Senior (5+ years) 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.

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. This individual will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support factory growth, strategic execution, and operational excellence.

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:

Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business.
10+ years of experience in assembly manufacturing and operations leadership.
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.
Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent CI training (preferred).
Proven success leading growth initiatives such as shift expansion, factory scale-up, or capacity increases.


We offer:

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

Our Commitment

Trench invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.

HAVE WE PIQUED YOUR INTEREST? We are looking forward to receiving your application - just click on the "Apply Now" button and send us your application.

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