Senior Manager, Manufacturing Operations

At CAE our manufacturing teams play a critical role in transforming advanced designs into world-class training and simulation solutions.

As part of a major operational transformation we are looking for a leader who can drive performance simplify processes and elevate operational excellence within a complex manufacturing environment.

This role requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on leadership.

Description

As Senior Manager Manufacturing Operations you will lead production teams through a period of significant transformation.

You will oversee approximately 150 employees including first-line managers and be accountable for operational performance process excellence and team capability development.

You will act as a change agent implementing Lean principles and building scalable systems that improve efficiency and flow.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing transformation initiatives aligned with Lean principles.
• Identify and implement process improvements across safety quality delivery cost and engagement.
• Maintain strong floor presence to understand operational challenges.
• Develop and mentor leadership teams.
• Establish a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage labor relations in a unionized environment.
• Implement structured daily management routines.
• Use data to drive decision-making.
• Ensure effective use of manufacturing systems (ERP MES).
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field.
• 8 years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in operational transformation or continuous improvement.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles.
• Experience with manufacturing systems (ERP MES).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in complex manufacturing environments.
• Transformational leadership capabilities.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Stakeholder management and influence skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Coaching and talent development experience.
• Experience in unionized environments.
• Strong analytical mindset.

Benefits

• Group insurance
• Telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Group RRSP
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Sabbatical leave
• Enhanced parental leave

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At CAE our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years weve driven innovation in simulation training and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies we empower our customers to operate smarter faster and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged collaboration drives progress and your growth fuels our shared success.

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