Production Manager

Sandvik is seeking a

Production Manager

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Sandvik is a global leader in underground mining equipment manufacturing. Our Winnipeg ITH (In-the-Hole) Center of Excellence serves as the global hub for the design, manufacturing, and lifecycle support of our underground ITH drills and support units.

We are currently seeking a Production Manager to lead manufacturing operations at our Winnipeg facility. This role is accountable for delivering safe, high-quality production while meeting operational targets for efficiency, cost, and on-time delivery.

Are you a results-driven leader who develops people and drives continuous improvement? If so, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Execution

• Develop and execute production plans to meet customer demand and delivery commitments
• Monitor inventory and collaborate closely with procurement to ensure material availability

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing production team
• Set clear performance expectations and drive accountability through structured objectives (OKRs/KPIs)

Operational Excellence & Quality

• Continuously improve production processes to optimize efficiency and throughput
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and drive a culture of operational excellence

Cost Management & Continuous Improvement

• Manage production budgets and identify cost reduction opportunities
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate waste and improve overall performance

Health, Safety & Sustainability

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all environmental, health, and safety standards
• Lead by example—safety is non-negotiable

What You Bring

• Proven leadership experience in manufacturing, production, or assembly environments
• Strong people leadership, coaching, and performance management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Commitment to fostering a safe and high-performance work environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Mechanical aptitude; familiarity with Sandvik equipment is an asset

What We Offer

• Competitive total rewards package including pension matching and comprehensive benefits
• A critical leadership role with direct impact on operational and business performance
• Opportunity to lead, shape, and improve a key production function within a global organization
• A high-performance environment focused on results, accountability, and growth
• Ongoing development, training, and career progression opportunities

Our Culture

Our core values are the soul of the company. They guide us in our actions and daily business decisions. We are a company with an open-minded culture that encourages employees to share ideas and work innovatively. We embrace diversity and inclusion and inspire everyone to bring their authentic selves to work everyday!

We take pride in our agile customer-focused decision making. We empower our employees, providing strong performance management and opportunities to grow your career.

Do you want to learn more?

To learn more about Sandvik, our people and products please visit our website: https://www.home.sandvik/en/about-us/            

How to Apply

All qualified persons are encouraged to apply at www.sandvik.com/careers to the Production Manager position, requisition R0092470. While we thank all candidates for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace, and we encourage applications from members of equity-seeking groups including women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations or gender identities/expressions.