Production Manager

Location: Vancouver, BC (On-site, 5 days per week)
Language: Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Background Check Requirement: Yes

About the Opportunity

Our client, a nationally recognized healthcare and public service organization, is seeking a Lead Manufacturing Engineer (Manager, Production) to join their Supply Chain Operations team in Western Canada. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the safe, reliable production and distribution of essential medical products that thousands of patients rely on every day.

Working alongside cross-functional partners across operations, quality, and supply chain, you will help strengthen manufacturing processes and lead initiatives that improve efficiency, safety, and quality. This is an opportunity for a technically strong professional who enjoys solving complex challenges and wants to step into a meaningful leadership role where people, purpose, and impact come together.

What’s in it for You

This organization offers a mission-driven environment where your work directly contributes to improving and saving lives. You will join a collaborative team that values continuous learning, operational excellence, and inclusive leadership.

In addition to a meaningful career, you will benefit from strong organizational support including competitive compensation, a defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive health benefits, and a workplace culture that encourages professional growth and continuous improvement.

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll lead production and distribution operations across regional sites, ensuring efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• In this role, you’ll drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to strengthen processes and optimize manufacturing workflows.
• You’ll partner with cross-functional teams to address complex technical challenges and improve operational performance.
• You’ll lead projects from planning and analysis through implementation and reporting to achieve targeted outcomes.
• You’ll support and develop a high-performing team by fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and accountability.

Skills and Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, industrial engineering, or process improvement environments
• Post-secondary education in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience with lean manufacturing, process optimization, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Exposure to manufacturing environments that follow GMP or structured quality systems
• Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives, influence stakeholders, and support team development
• Experience with budgeting, planning, or operational performance management is an asset

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.