Fabrication Sr Manger @ BRP

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Fabrication Sr Manager is responsible for leading all fabrication operations to ensure world-class performance in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people development. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across fabrication processes, driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, Management/Production System, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement while building a high-performing organization capable of supporting current and future business growth.

EXPERIENCIA Y EDUCACIÓN

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• 12+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• 5+ years leading fabrication operations including laser cutting, tube fabrication, stamping, machining, robotic cells, e-coat and painting in automotive, powersports, heavy equipment, or high volume manufacturing.
• Strong experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and Operational Excellence.
• Proven experience leading large salaried and hourly organizations.

CONOCIMIENTOS, HABILIDADES Y CERTIFICACIONES

• Fabrication manufacturing processes
• Lean Manufacturing & BRPMS
• Six Sigma / Structured Problem Solving
• Capacity Planning
• Operational Excellence
• Industrial Engineering
• Budget & Capital Management
• Manufacturing Automation
• Quality Systems
• Supply Chain Integration
• KPI Management

Continuous Improvement

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Customer Focus
• Talent Development
• Coaching & Feedback

PRINCIPALES TAREAS Y RESPONSABILIDADES

• Lead all fabrication operations to achieve world-class performance.
• Ensure safe operations and regulatory compliance.
• Deliver annual objectives for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Productivity, Inventory, and Engagement.
• Drive operational excellence through KPIs, Lean, Management System and Six Sigma.
• Lead structured problem solving and sustainable corrective actions.
• Optimize labor, equipment, capacity, and manufacturing flow.
• Support NPIs and capacity expansion.
• Manage budgets and capital investments.

Quality Leadership

• Own fabrication quality from incoming materials through delivery to assembly.
• Ensure robust process controls and continuous improvement.
• Lead corrective and preventive actions.
• Promote a culture of built-in quality.

People Leadership

• Develop high-performing leaders and teams.
• Foster trust, inclusion, accountability, and collaboration.
• Manage performance and recognize achievements.
• Build succession plans and leadership capability.
• Champion health, safety, and employee well-being.

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Finance, HR, and Maintenance.
• Promote One Team collaboration.
• Influence through effective communication.
• Demonstrate managerial courage.

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the fabrication strategic roadmap.
• Translate strategy into measurable action plans.
• Lead the evolution of fabrication towards automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Benchmark best practices.
• Balance short-term execution with long-term capability.

Success Measures

• Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, OEE, Labor efficiency/Productivity, Inventory, Employee Engagement, Succession Readiness, Continuous Improvement, Capital Execution, NPI Performance.

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs, and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt, and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia, and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 17,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination; It’s about the journey.

www.brp.com

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Resumes in English will be preferred.