Manufacturing Division Manager

SCOPE OF POSITION

Cone Tec is a leading provider of geocharacterization services worldwide. We characterize the subsurface to enable our clients to explore, build, and protect the world with confidence. By reducing geological uncertainty, we enable better decisions through better information. Adara Systems is Cone Tec’s internal downhole tool manufacturing division, specializing in the production of geotechnical tools, instrumentation, and electronics. Adara supports Cone Tec’s global operations by delivering precision-engineered equipment and systems that meet the highest standards of quality and performance.

The Adara Manager is responsible for leading Adara Systems, overseeing all aspects of production, staffing, inventory, calibration, shipping and receiving, customer service and quality assurance. This role ensures the timely and accurate delivery of geotechnical tools and data acquisition systems to Cone Tec’s operating divisions worldwide. The Adara Manager will lead a high functioning team of professionals, foster cross‑departmental collaboration, ensure our field operations have the high‑quality tools they need to conduct their work, all while managing Adara’s financial performance.

This position is based in Burnaby, BC, with occasional travel to other Cone Tec sites.

This is an in‑office position based in our head office in Burnaby, BC. Occasional travel to other Cone Tec sites or meeting locations may be required. This role involves managing a dynamic manufacturing environment with a focus on precision, quality, innovation, efficiency, and service delivery.

• CPT systems and related modules
• Uphole instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Ancillary equipment (cables, depth encoders, related parts and supplies)
• Various proprietary specialty soil samplers
• Specialty deployment rods

Adara Systems delivers a unique value to the Cone Tec group through its ability to:

• Miniaturize Instruments:
  Adara manufactures internally designed, sophisticated instruments that are compact enough to be deployed in downhole tooling. These devices are engineered to withstand extreme environmental conditions while delivering high‑quality data
• Rapid Field‑Driven Improvement:
  The company structure enables immediate feedback from field operations. This direct connection allows Adara to respond quickly to evolving needs, ensuring that instruments are continuously refined and adapted to real‑world conditions.
• Design and Production Agility:
  Adara implements product design adjustments and modifications efficiently and cost‑effectively based on user feedback. This agility supports Cone Tec’s ability to set the industry standard.
• Efficient Repair and Advanced Calibration Capabilities:
  Adara Systems performs fast and accurate repairs and calibrations on all its instruments. The goal is to minimize downtime and reduce cost by returning equipment to the field rapidly

• Lead and manage a team of 15 staff at Adara Systems
• Oversee manufacturing operations including sourcing, production, calibration, inventory, and shipping/receiving.
• Ensure high standards of precision, quality, and timeliness for all manufactured components and systems.
• Maintain and improve workflow and quality management systems to support operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Cone Tec’s operating divisions to understand and meet or exceed their equipment and instrumentation needs.
• Manage the budget and balance sheet for Adara Systems
• Foster a culture of safety, teamwork, excellence, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
• Vendor and supply chain management
• Maintenance of production documentation, drawings, and assembly instructions
• Regulatory compliance (if applicable – CSA, CE, ISO, etc.)
• Forecasting production needs based on field demand

• 10+ years of experience in leadership roles, managing cross‑functional teams in technical or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience in manufacturing management, preferably in instrumentation, electronic systems, technical sales, calibration, and mechanical products.
• Experience with small‑batch, high‑precision electronics…