General Manager
Job details
Westman Steel Inc. is one of Canada's largest manufacturers of premium steel roofing and siding products. Westman Steel produces quality products with a variety of modern color options catering to the Agricultural, Residential, Light Commercial and Industrial sectors of the industry. Through continued innovation, improved product quality and effective support material, Westman Steel is building a solid foundation for helping our customers make their own unique Statements in Steel. Westman Steel is a proud member of WGI Westman Group Inc. - with 2,000 talented and trusted employees, in 79 locations across Canada and the United States. We continue to grow organically and through acquisition, allowing employees to realize their full potential as we steer WGI to new heights. Westman Steel Inc. has the following career opportunity located at its office in Cambridge, ON.
GENERAL MANAGER
We are currently looking for a General Manager for our Cambridge facility. Reporting to the Vice President, the successful candidate will lead a team of production and sales staff in the manufacturing and supply of steel roofing and siding products to the Eastern Canada markets. The General Manager will plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the process activities of Production, Sales and Marketing, Customer Service, and Shipping and Receiving staff. They will oversee, review and improve organizational effectiveness by developing processes, overseeing employees, establishing a highly motivational work environment, and implementing innovative changes within production and operations management, human resources management and health and safety. The ideal candidate will be an expert communicator who has a strong ability to delegate responsibility and collaborate across a range of departments. Ultimately, the general manager should be driven by a desire to lead our business to maximum productivity and efficiency.
Requirements:
University degree in Business Management, Engineering or related qualification such as project management or construction management.
Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in a manufacturing environment including production planning, inventory control, supply chain, quality and continuous improvement. Combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Working knowledge of principles and practices of project management and human resource management.
Working knowledge of procurement and contracts.
Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.
Well-developed communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and people management skills.
Solid computer and systems knowledge.
Westman Steel provides a competitive total rewards package including professional growth, career development and continuous learning. The company offers excellent benefits and a deferred profit sharing plan.
Applicants with high standards for performance are encouraged to apply by providing résumé and stating salary expectations.
We thank all applicants for their interest.
Only those being considered for interviews will be contacted.
Westman Steel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Company car
Company events
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Profit sharing
Wellness program
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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