CareerPlan

Manufacturing Operations Project Manager

KitchenerRemoteFull-time2026-10-30 → 2026-11-08

Core

Master traffic controller for critical operational initiatives including facility buildouts, production transfers, and M&A integration to ensure operational timelines move without bottlenecks.

Role type

Senior Operations Project Manager (Manufacturing & Logistics)

Builds

New facility setups, assembly line expansions, and integrated operational ecosystems post-M&A

Domain

Intelligent Mobility / Smart Transportation / Hardware Manufacturing

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Project management (PMP/CAPM), Manufacturing operations, Supply chain management, Budget management (CAPEX/OPEX), Risk mitigation, Cross-functional leadership

Preferred skills

PMP or CAPM certification, Advanced project management software (Asana, Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet), Hardware/electronics manufacturing experience

Technologies

Asana, Jira, MS Project, Smartsheet

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day project schedules and critical milestones across operational initiatives; Coordinate facility buildouts and assembly line expansions including equipment tracking and layout implementation; Orchestrate production transfers of tooling and inventory between sites or suppliers; Lead M&A integration by consolidating SOPs and aligning reporting metrics; Serve as central communication hub between Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and vendors; Maintain risk logs and status dashboards for executive leadership.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC