Director of Manufacturing

Overview  Director of Apparel Manufacturing & Distribution

Location:

Markham, ON (On-site)
We're hiring a Director of Apparel Manufacturing and Distribution for one of our clients in Markham. They specialize in:
Technical outerwear (parkas, insulated jackets)
Government and tactical gear (military, police, fire-resistant apparel)
Custom and private label production for leading Canadian brands

Key Responsibilities   Factory Operations Leadership:
Oversee day-to-day production across cutting, sewing, finishing, and packing
Lead and develop a team of 200+ skilled workers
Be present on the production floor daily to coach, troubleshoot, and strengthen execution discipline
Drive output, quality control, and delivery performance
Systems & Process Transformation   Implement a scalable ERP/MES system to enable real-time production visibility
Introduce Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent frameworks to increase efficiency and reduce waste
Standardize workflows and improve production tracking and reporting
Modernize piece work payroll structures and support automation initiatives
Culture & Workplace Development   Support the evolution of a clean, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment
Improve communication, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration
Build a culture where employees are proud to work, grow, and perform
Ideal Candidate   10+ years of leadership experience in garment manufacturing
Strong background in implementing piece work payroll systems and production automation
Hands-on experience with ERP or MES systems in apparel environments
Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
Floor-driven, team-building leadership style
Experience in outerwear, uniforms, or technical/tactical apparel is a strong asset
If you are passionate about manufacturing, process improvement, and building high-performing teams, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

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