Production Manager

Position Summary
The Production Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational performance of assigned areas within De Havilland's MRO operation. Working closely with the Operations Manager, Director of Maintenance and other operational departments, the Production Manager ensures maintenance activities are executed safely, efficiently and in accordance with established schedules, quality standards and regulatory requirements.
The role provides leadership to supervisors, crew chiefs and frontline employees, ensuring production targets are achieved through effective planning, resource allocation, workflow management and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily MRO production activities, ensuring maintenance work is completed in accordance with established schedules, priorities and operational targets.

Develop and communicate daily and weekly work plans, ensuring appropriate allocation of manpower, tooling, equipment and other resources.

Monitor production progress, productivity and aircraft turnaround times, identifying and addressing operational bottlenecks, delays and resource constraints.

Coordinate with Maintenance Planning, Materials, Quality and other departments to support maintenance execution and resolve operational issues.

Provide leadership, coaching and direction to supervisors, crew chiefs and frontline employees, ensuring accountability and effective performance management.

Ensure maintenance activities comply with applicable Transport Canada regulations, company procedures, quality standards and health and safety requirements.

Support safety initiatives, audits, investigations and corrective actions while promoting a strong safety culture.

Monitor operational performance metrics, communicate results and implement action plans to address performance gaps.

Identify and implement opportunities to improve maintenance processes, productivity, workflow and overall operational efficiency.

Escalate significant operational risks, resource requirements and schedule impacts to senior management.

Qualifications

Certificate, Diploma or Degree in Aviation, Aerospace or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid Transport Canada M1 or M2 AME licence considered an asset.

Minimum 4 years of progressively responsible leadership experience within an aviation maintenance, aerospace or related operational environment.

Previous experience in an aircraft MRO or maintenance environment strongly preferred.

Demonstrated experience leading frontline employees, supervisors or crew chiefs.

Strong understanding of aircraft maintenance operations, production planning and applicable regulatory requirements.

Experience with operational performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.

Strong planning, problem-solving, communication and organizational skills.

Successful candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).

Travel may be required; candidate must be legally eligible to travel domestically and internationally.