Union: Non-Union
Number of vacancies: 1
Site: 2400 Skymark Ave Mississauga ON Canada
Department: Engineering
Reports to: VP Manufacturing and Service Operations
Wage Range: Include hourly rate if union. Example: $19.05 - $26.06 per hour. Start rate non-negotiable.
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Closing Date: July 11 2025
Position Summary:
The Operations Manager is a hands-on leader responsible for the day-to-day execution of manufacturing and supply chain activities at Traferox Technologies. This role plays a critical part in ensuring safe efficient and compliant operations in a regulated medical device environment. The ideal candidate has strong experience in production planning team supervision MRB processes and logisticsincluding cross-border shipping of regulated products. The Operations Manager will also support the company-wide transition to a new facility including equipment setup production line validation and operational startup.
Duties:
Manufacturing & Daily Operations:
- Closely work with the Production Supervisor to manage daily manufacturing floor activities to ultimately ensuring quality accuracy and efficient production of product lines.
- Troubleshoot operational issues and coordinate immediate corrective actions with production quality and engineering teams.
- Execute daily and weekly production plans; adjust schedules and resources to respond to changes in demand or supply.
- Ensure proper documentation and traceability are maintained (DHRs travelers batch records).
- Conduct assessment of plant operations people equipment processes and systems and recommend improvements to be implemented.
- Coach and mentor the manufacturing team to become a more efficient producer encourage continuous improvement and serve as a business partner across the organization.
- Manage the inventory of materials and finished goods to ensure the highest possible service levels with controlled operating costs and delivery performance.
- Develop innovative cost-effective systems and processes that enable growth and efficiency while measuring results.
Production Planning & Execution:
- Prepare and manage detailed production schedules in coordination with planning and procurement teams.
- Monitor material availability equipment readiness and labor allocation to meet planned production targets.
- Communicate priorities and output targets clearly to line staff and supervisors.
Facility Setup & Validation Support:
- Support the setting up of new manufacturing lines equipment relocation and process readiness as part of the new facility project.
- Assist with execution of IQ/OQ/PQ validation protocols and documentation under guidance of validation and quality teams.
- Coordinate with contractors suppliers and internal stakeholders to meet startup milestones.
Supply Chain & Logistics Execution:
- Review supply contracts relationships negotiate price and supply terms.
- Oversee day-to-day logistics inventory movements and incoming/outgoing shipments.
- Ensure compliance with customs HTS codes and documentation for cross-border shipments of medical devices.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and support physical inventory counts or cycle counts.
MRB & Non-Conformance Handling:
- Lead the MRB (Material Review Board) process to evaluate document and resolve non-conforming materials or components.
- Initiate root cause investigations and collaborate with QA and engineering on corrective actions.
Team Supervision:
- Direct and support production technicians warehouse personnel and material handlers.
- Monitor team performance provide coaching and promote a culture of accountability safety and continuous improvement.
- Enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and good manufacturing practices (GMP).
Qualifications :
- Bachelors degree or college diploma in Engineering Operations Supply Chain or a related technical field.
- 58 years of experience in regulated manufacturing operations (preferably medical devices or pharmaceuticals).
- Hands-on experience with production planning inventory management and ERP/MRP systems.
- Familiarity with FDA QSR ISO 13485 and Health Canada medical device requirements.
- Experience with MRB processes and disposition of non-conforming materials.
- Strong organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively on the production floor and collaborate cross-functionally.
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in setting up new production areas or facility transitions.
- Exposure to cleanroom or aseptic operations.
- Knowledge of international shipping regulations and customs documentation for medical devices.
Additional Information :
Why join UHN
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world UHN offers a wide range of benefits programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor allowing you to find value where it matters most to you now and throughout your career at UHN.
- Competitive offer packages
- Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
- A flexible work environment
- Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
- Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel restaurants parking phone plans auto insurance discounts on-site gyms etc.)
Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHNs attendance management program to be eligible for consideration.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time