Production Manager Jobs in Ontario

A Production Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of manufacturing plants and similar places. Their duties include planning, coordinating, and controlling the manufacturing processes, ensuring goods are produced efficiently and that the right amount of products are of good quality and cost-effective. They work with other team members to implement the company's policies and goals, monitor production standards, and implement quality-control programs. They also play a key role in the maintenance of equipment and machinery, ensuring they are in good working condition for optimal productivity.

Key skills and qualifications include a degree in Business Management, Engineering, or a related field, experience in a similar leadership role, strong understanding of industry and market trends, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Certifications such as Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) can be advantageous. Prior to becoming a Production Manager, one could have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Inspector, or Operations Manager.

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Production Manager

  • Paris, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Paris, ON
  • 2 days ago

Are you a visionary production leader ready to ignite a new era of efficiency and innovation? We're a leading custom steel fabrication powerhouse, crafting critical material handling and...

Fabrication and Production Supervisor

  • St Thomas, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • St Thomas, ON
  • 2 days ago

Attention St. Thomas and area Fabrication & Production supervisors! We have an incredible opportunity for you! Are you a hands-on supervisor who enjoys building relationships with your team,...

Production Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 2 days ago

Are you a hands-on leader ready to drive excellence in a fast-paced food production environment? Do you thrive in overseeing operations, coaching teams, and ensuring top-tier product quality? If...

Production Supervisor

  • Brantford, ON
  • 15 days ago
  • Brantford, ON
  • 15 days ago

We are currently looking for a Production Supervisor on a NIGHT shift to join a food manufacturer in Brantford. Shift: Straight Nights - Sunday to Thursday Timing: 11pm to 7am Location: Brantford...

Manager, Production Control

  • Guelph, ON
  • 18 days ago
  • Guelph, ON
  • 18 days ago

Job Summary The Manager for Production Control has overall accountability for mid- and long-term forecast activities related to NPI, production planning, inventory management, order fulfillment,...

Production Supervisor 1st Shift

  • Ingersoll, ON
  • 24 days ago
  • Ingersoll, ON
  • 24 days ago

Company Description Join Gorilla Commercial Vehicle ULC part of MAT HD, a leading company making heavy braking parts for different markets. We specialize in brake parts for commercial vehicles. We...

Assembly Manager

  • Midland, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Midland, ON
  • 30+ days ago

Date Posted: 2025-05-29 Country: Canada Location: ELC01: Midland, Ontario Canada, 450 Leitz Road, Midland, ON, L4R 5B8, Canada Position Role Type: Unspecified Manufacturing Excellence Needs...

Production Supervisor

  • London, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • London, ON
  • 30+ days ago

Ensure compliance with security measures, standard operating procedures (SOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and government regulations for all tasks/equipment related to harvesting, processing...

Relief Production Supervisor

  • Ingersoll, ON
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ingersoll, ON
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Manage the plant production activities; directly supervise the activities of the front line production employees charged with the performance and verification of production activities...

Global Process Manager R&D (HYBRID)

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 60+ days ago

McCormick Canada continues its long track record of growth and is a respected leader in the spice, seasoning, flavouring and specialty food industry. Our consumer products division serves retail...

Production Supervisor

  • Inkerman, ON
  • 60+ days ago
  • Inkerman, ON
  • 60+ days ago

As key member of the plant management team, you are responsible for building and maintaining relationships with production employees and maintenance staff....

Production Supervisor

  • Brampton, ON
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brampton, ON
  • 60+ days ago

Reporting to the Production Manager the successful candidate will focus on producing a high quality product by leading employees to maintain a high level of awareness on safety, environmental and process...

Senior Manager, Production Control

  • Guelph, ON
  • 90+ days ago
  • Guelph, ON
  • 90+ days ago

Job Summary The Senior Manager for Production Control has overall accountability for mid- and long-term activities by overseeing Production Control Management related to production planning, order...

Production Manager

  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 90+ days ago
  • Woodbridge, ON
  • 90+ days ago

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in...

Production Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Lean Production
Learn how to apply key elements of Lean Production, from minimizing inventory and reducing setup times, to using 5S and Kaizen, in order to improve quality and productivity in your workplace....
Electrical Industry: Production and Economics
This innovative, three-week course from the University of Padova is designed to illustrate how electricity is produced, and exchanged, and why. Understand how electrical systems have evolved over...
Technology for Continuous Production of Medicines
Feeding, blending, granulation (wet and dry), and tableting are the basic process steps for the production of a tablet. In this course, you will learn about advanced high-speed technologies that...

Salary for Production Manager Jobs in Ontario

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Production Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Production Managers in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.2%
High School or GED
17.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
11.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.4%
Some College
1.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Managers in Ontario
1-2 years
28.4%
4-6 years
21.2%
10+ years
13.2%
2-4 years
13.0%
6-8 years
10.0%
None
7.5%
Less than 1 year
5.5%
8-10 years
1.2%



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