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Procor Limited manages Canada’s largest private tank car lease fleet and operates an extensive repair network across the country. The fleet has grown to include more than 31,000 special purpose tank and freight cars. Procor also operates 25 repair locations servicing the petroleum, petrochemicals, plastics, chemicals, fertilizers and food markets.
Our vision is to be the North American leader in delivering value-creating railcar repair solutions, and it is our team of innovative and talented employees that drives our success. In pursuit of this journey, Procor is currently seeking a Plant Manager for our repair facility in Sarnia, Ontario.
As Plant Manager, you will report directly to the Director of Operations and will ensure the efficient and effective management of the repair facility and repair operations in accordance with Procor’s standards, the AAR, Transport Canada, and DOT regulations. Also, you will lead a team of dedicated and skilled professionals allocated to two shifts.
Primary Responsibilities And Deliverables
- Ensuring employees work safely and that Responsible Care Ethics and processes are in place
- Profit and loss of the shop
- Working and communicating with key customers
- Growth and productivity of the shop operation
- Customer based scheduling
- Reduction of ‘Out of Service’ time
- Staffing, training and labour relations
- 80/20 techniques and quality improvements of the shop
- Materials Management in accordance with company targets for inventory turns
- Other related responsibilities as assigned.
Desired Skills And Expertise
- Legally able to work in Canada
- University degree or college diploma
- A minimum seven years’ experience in a similar role
- Knowledge of safety practices, welding and metal fabrication, and blueprint reading; previous hands-on experience is an asset
- Experience in the rail industry would be a strong asset
- Proven leadership and team building experience
- Knowledge of 5S techniques and practices, daily management systems, and lean principles
- Dynamic management of complex customer relationships
- Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking capabilities
- Strong communication skills: verbal and written; practiced listener
- Demonstrated ability to seek out new ideas, exhibit initiative and be proactive
Benefits
Procor Limited is an equal opportunity employer that offers employees the opportunity to be a contributing member of a successful team with great benefits and perks.
- Group benefits including dental, vision, and life insurance
- Pension and retirement savings plans
- Fitness and computer rebates; education subsidy
Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume, and salary expectations in a cover letter.
