Manufacturing Line Manager – Assembly Lines

Date Posted:

2026-10-02

 Country:

Canada

 Location:

CA-NS-HALIFAX-PLANT 41 ~ 189 Pratt & Whitney Dr ~ PLANT 41

 Position Role Type:

Onsite

Job title: Manufacturing Line Manager – Assembly Lines

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in aerospace innovation, proudly headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec, since 1928. We design and manufacture next-generation aircraft engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, our teams have been at the forefront of propulsion technology, pushing boundaries to make flight more efficient and reliable. Our engines support missions that truly matter, from transporting people and essential goods, to enabling emergency medical services, humanitarian operations, and wildfire suppression around the world.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes, marking the 11th consecutive year the company has earned this recognition. Pratt & Whitney Canada also ranked #1 employer in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. In addition, our headquarters continues to be recognized among the top employers in the Montreal region.

Together, these distinctions reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, across Canada, and around the world.

Why join our team?

Reporting to the General Manager, the Manufacturing Line Manager will manage one of three product lines manufactured at the Halifax facility. They will be responsible for a production team of approximately 80 individuals, including 4 supervisors, and will oversee a team of first-level managers.

The candidate will be responsible for the overall management of production for one production line and will collaborate with service departments to meet priorities. They will operate in a production environment involving processes such as machining, assembly, testing, and quality verification. The role requires working in a dynamic, high-performance environment and demonstrating adaptability.

Current challenges include developing production capacity plans, managing various teams, and supporting the introduction of new products, all of which fall within the candidate’s responsibilities.

The position is based at our Enfield location, from Monday to Friday, and exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Lead daily production operations by ensuring production stays on schedule and the line operates safely, efficiently, and within our Quality Management System.
• Establish production goals in alignment with company Operations and coordinate plans to achieve those goals.
• Drive accountability to daily results by fostering a culture of high performance, engagement, and dependability.
• Monitor performance, address issues promptly, and implement rapid corrective actions to overcome misses.
• Lead and manage a leadership team by providing coaching, development, and actionable feedback.
• Manage team performance, resolve conflicts, and build a strong, engaged team focused on operational effectiveness.
• Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement programs (CORE) across the manufacturing area.
• Ensure workers and equipment meet performance and safety requirements, maintain a world-class safety culture, and respond promptly to all site EH&S requirements.
• D rive continuous improvement through disciplined execution of the daily Lean Management System, including tiered accountability meetings, visual management systems, and leader standard work.
• Prepare and lead initiatives that support the achievement of goals and improve operational performance, acting as a change agent for the facility.
• S upport workforce planning and development by forecasting resource needs and anticipating business demand to ensure appropriate staffing levels. Ensure proper training for all production personnel and actively promote an ethics-based business culture.
• Drive alignment across functional teams, suppliers, and customers to support business objectives and continuous improvement efforts.
• Collaborate across the organization to identify priorities, resolve challenges, and support the overall success of the site.
• Engage in broader site leadership by participating in decisions affecting the broader population and contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing operation.
• Travel as needed, with the position requiring limited travel of up to 10%.

What you need to be successful

Must haves:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant manufacturing experience may be considered.
• 7–10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, with increasing responsibility in production or operations leadership, including experience in machining, assembly, testing, quality, or a similar manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years of experience leading supervisors or other first-level managers.
• Proven experience managing production schedules, capacity planning, resource requirements, and operational performance.
• Ability to lead, coach, develop, and hold supervisors and employees accountable for performance.
• Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, capacity, productivity, and operational metrics.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and ability to establish and maintain a strong safety culture.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills, with the ability to make timely decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships with employees at all levels, leadership, internal and external customers, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience working with ERP/MRP or manufacturing management systems.
• Ability to lead teams through organizational, process, and product changes while maintaining engagement and performance.
• Understanding of how manufacturing performance impacts broader business objectives, including cost, delivery, quality, capacity, and customer satisfaction.
• Ability to use production metrics and operational data to identify trends, prioritize actions, and drive results.

Assets:

• Experience with SAP
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis / Corrective Action
• Experience with workforce planning and resource allocation
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives such as CORE

What we offer:

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions
• Group insurance program
• Employee & Family Assistance program (EFAP)
• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)
• Education Assistance Program tuition reimbursement for skill developpement and continuous learning
• Employee recognition program
• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care
• Recreational and sport club and on-site Gym Facility
• Public transit accessibility and / or free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

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