Manufacturing and Production Lead

Promise Robotics

Promise Robotics

Edmonton, AB, Canada
Posted 6+ months ago
Promise Robotics is a rapidly growing venture-backed technology startup with a mission to help the building industry to harness automation toward producing more affordable and sustainable buildings. Our world-class team combines AI, Industrialized Robotics, and construction under one roof to develop the most advanced robotic products for the construction of highly efficient and sustainable buildings.
We’re looking for a Manufacturing & Production Lead to join our team and develop cutting-edge solutions for production management of our robotic manufacturing in Edmonton, Alberta. This role will be responsible for production management, quality assurance, continuous improvement & R&D, audits & compliance, safety & maintenance, and knowledge sharing people development.

You may be a good fit if you:

  • Have a passion for leading industry-changing solutions with significant social, economic, and environmental impact.
  • Desire to join a VC-backed startup in early stage.
  • Are committed to continuous learning at the intersection of several industries.

What you'll do:

  • Plan, organize, and manage the production process and resources to meet production goals and deadlines using the Promise Robotics’ Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
  • Implement industry best practices for workplace management.
  • Review Production drawings to ensure they meet the expected quality and accuracy for production.
  • Manage and coordinate activities related to production, logistics, and assembly on site.
  • Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure the highest quality standards are met and exceeded.
  • Conduct Quality Control on material and final products and record observations to review with R&D team.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and throughput.
  • Implement and monitor KPIs to identify areas for improvement and drive process enhancements to support research and development.
  • Manage and coordinate activities within a cross-functional team to support production and various product development initiatives.
  • Assist in documentation and development of production procedures and standards.
  • Conduct routine and standard audits to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and production standards.
  • Ensure that all operations align with relevant regulations and industry best practices.
  • Develop and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Oversee maintenance of production equipment to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
  • Promote knowledge sharing among team members and departments to foster a culture of learning and growth.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to employees, focusing on their professional development.

What you'll need to succeed:

  • Degree in Construction Management or Industrial Engineering
  • 5+ years of experience in project/production management, preferably in a manufacturing or construction industry
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and technologies
  • Familiarity with prefabrication or modular construction
  • Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Organized, focused and persistent with the ability to work to the plan and meet delivery dates
  • Excellent problem solver and quick learner
Benefits:
Competitive salary: we believe in data-driven, equitable compensation decisions. We recently completed a compensation review and implemented salary bands that enable us to pay mid to above-average Canadian salaries across various industries.
Stock options: everyone has a stake in our company.
Holistic benefits: we have a comprehensive benefits package that includes paramedical, dental, vision, and drug coverage for you and your dependents, as well as a health care spending account. These benefits start right from Day 1.
Flexible personal days and vacation policies: we care deeply about the well-being of our team.
IT/Home office allowance: all new team members can expense up to $1,000 CAD to improve their home office.
Open, collaborative, and supportive culture: you will be part of an incredibly high-performing and collaborative team changing the future of an industry!
Relocation assistance package (if required)
Promise Robotics is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, and gender identity.