Director, Assembly and Logistics

Job Description:

Reporting to the VP, Operations, Director of Assembly & Logistics is a senior industrial leader, accountable for the overall performance, robustness, & competitiveness of the Assembly lines (Boeing / Bombardier / Bell) & Logistics (Shipping/Receiving & Stores). The role encompasses Assembly, Assy Planning, Logistics. It is intended for an experienced production leader with previous responsibility for a manufacturing entity. Acting with a Head of Manufacturing mindset, the position combines strong operational ownership, strategic industrial leadership, and people development to secure both short-term delivery and long-term business objectives.1. Operational Leadership & Daily Performance ManagementEnsure full compliance with HSE, regulatory, and customer requirements.Assume full accountability for Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, & People (SQCDP) performance of the Assembly lines, Shipping & Receiving (Including Raw Material) and Stores.Lead the activities with Team Leaders, setting clear expectations, priorities, and performance standards.Deploy and sustain robust daily management systems (tiered meetings, escalation, problem-solving).Act as final arbitrator for operational decisions impacting delivery, quality, or capacity.Ensure Raw materials are released on time to the Machine Shop.2. Industrial Excellence, Agility & CompetitivenessDefine and drive ambitious progress plans to improve productivity, quality performance, and cost competitiveness (5S / FOD / Waste elimination etc).Develop an agile and flexible organisation through skills management, versatility, and adaptable staffing models.Strengthen process robustness through standardisation, industrial discipline, and risk-based thinking.Lead continuous improvement initiatives aligned with site and group industrial strategies.3. Assembly Line Ramp-Up & Risk ManagementBuild the structural plan to support the B787 Ramp-up, the MV75 first delivery and LRIP phase and Bombardier recovery to buffer for the scope of work. Build a structured and realistic ramp-up plan covering capacity, resources, competencies, industrial means, and supply chain readiness (With Planners / Proc / PPMs).Lead comprehensive risk identification and assessment (quality, industrial maturity, capacity, skills).Define and deploy mitigation and contingency plans, ensuring proactive risk management.Report risks, and recovery actions to site and program governance.4. Strategy, Governance & People DevelopmentContribute actively to site industrial strategy, MTP, capacity planning, and CAPEX roadmap definition.Act as a senior member of the Production leadership team, contributing beyond the perimeter of the assembly line.Develop leaders through coaching, delegation, and succession planning.Foster a strong culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.Ensure clear, structured, and transparent communication across all levels of the organization.

Job Requirements:

Proven experience as Head of Manufacturing, Production Manager, or equivalent senior industrial role.Strong background in assembly or complex manufacturing environments.Demonstrated ability to lead large teams through managers in demanding operational contexts.Strong strategic, analytical, and risk management capabilities.Leadership style combining high standards, pragmatism, and people development.Salary: $138,700 to $173,200Reason for Recruitment: ReplacementFeeling hesitant because you don't meet all of the job requirements? Don't be! Safran Landing Systems (SafranLS) is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse and equitable team and encourages all applicants to apply. If you love a challenge and want to work in an exciting, high-tech environment, we want to hear from you.We see diversity as a means to leverage creativity, collective performance and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. SafranLS is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment with continual learning opportunities and a focus on well-being in the workplace.SafranLS offers accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process and will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS in advance.At SafranLS, a passion for Aerospace can mean a limitless career, land your next position with us! While we thank all applicants, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.The above statements reflect the general items considered necessary to describe principal functions of the position and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Other duties may be assigned as per management instruction. All applicants must meet the following requirements:Minimum age of 18 years. Canadian Controlled Goods Regulations (CGR), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian government security clearances and applicable contractual obligations. Safran Landing Systems Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. SafranLS TOR is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Accessibility and Accommodation Policy. SafranLS TOR will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to SafranLS TOR in advance.

Job Ident #: 177994

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com

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Location

Ontario, Canada, Canada

Type

Permanent

Company Details

Safran

2, Boulevard du General Martial Valin
Paris, Ile-De-France France, International 75724 International
www.safran-group.com