Vice President of Manufacturing & Business Operations

About Mircom Group of Companies

Since its inception in 1991, the Mircom Group of Companies has established itself as North America’s leading independent developer, manufacturer, and distributor of intelligent building and safety solutions. Serving clients across more than 100 countries, the company’s product range encompasses fire detection and alarm, communications and security systems, mass notification, nurse call systems, and smart building automation technologies. Mircom is dedicated to saving lives and protecting property by delivering innovative, scalable solutions tailored to a wide variety of user needs—from small structures to extensive complexes. Their unwavering commitment to manufacturing in North America ensures the highest quality standards and competitive pricing across all offerings.

Role Overview

The Vice President of Manufacturing and Business Operations will spearhead strategic formulation, operational enhancement, and capacity growth within a complex, technologically advanced manufacturing environment. This executive role demands significant expertise in electronic manufacturing, as well as supply chain and logistics management. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, this leader will foster a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, transparency, and professional excellence within a dynamic, growth-oriented setting. The VP will establish strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, demonstrate executive gravitas across all organizational levels, and champion a culture emphasizing superior performance and quality standards. This position is located at Mircom’s headquarters in Vaughan, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute the company’s manufacturing vision, policies, and strategies across all Canadian manufacturing sites.
• Lead the development and deployment of operational plans to maximize performance among all pertinent teams and leaders within manufacturing.
• Drive transformational initiatives aimed at optimizing manufacturing, inventory control, maintenance, quality, and safety functions to elevate performance and efficiency.
• Provide professional leadership to cultivate a world-class, profitable manufacturing operation aligned with growing demand.
• Implement inventory optimization programs enhancing efficiency, supply chain responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, product quality, customer satisfaction, and employee safety.
• Design and oversee capital strategies aligned with business objectives, partnering with senior leadership to support a high-performance work culture.
• Develop strategic objectives to boost product quality, productivity, employee engagement, and satisfaction levels.
• Outline and implement a strategic plan focused on sustainable change through process improvement and enhanced financial and operational results.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service teams to synchronize efforts that reinforce organizational objectives and integrate Mircom’s values into the customer experience.
• Introduce and sustain best practices tailored for a multi-site operation to achieve operational excellence and efficiency.
• Monitor manufacturing financial metrics, spearhead cost-saving initiatives, and use KPI insights to refine processes and operational effectiveness.
• Generate and evaluate reports tracking operational outcomes, leveraging data to inform ongoing manufacturing strategies.
• Foster a workplace culture that is collaborative, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and recognized as an exceptional employer.
• Recruit, lead, mentor, and retain a high-caliber team, promoting professional growth and career development.
• Encourage an environment of trust, transparency, accountability, and open communication.
• Partner with leadership to build operational infrastructure systems and workflows that support rapid organizational growth.
• Set and communicate clear priorities and objectives, periodically assessing team performance and outcomes.
• Model ambition, innovation, attention to detail, and adaptability to inspire team members.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, industry regulations, ISO standards, and workplace safety requirements.
• Maintain systematic business processes supporting consistent service delivery, enhanced productivity, and regulatory adherence.
• Coordinate with Human Resources to uphold policies aligned with local, provincial, and federal legal mandates.
• Lead continuous improvement, quality assurance, and sustainability initiatives across operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of progressively senior leadership roles in manufacturing and business operations.
• Deep technical knowledge in electronics product manufacturing.
• Proven history of boosting operational efficiency and productivity in manufacturing settings.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Strong financial literacy, including budgeting, analytics, and interpreting financial statements.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, interpersonal, and presentation abilities.
• Experienced in entrepreneurial and team-oriented environments, adept at collaborating with diverse, motivated professionals.
• Demonstrated business and financial expertise, with a commitment to innovation, company growth, sustainability, and safety governance.

Employee Benefits

• A supportive and positive work environment.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Group insurance benefits.
• Company-sponsored RRSP program.

Additional Information

Mircom is committed to equal employment opportunities, embracing diversity across all dimensions including cultural, religious, marital, sexual orientation, family status, disability, and other classifications as per the Ontario Human Rights Code. The company is also dedicated to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Salary offers are carefully determined based on a comprehensive review of the candidate’s qualifications, experience, potential, and market factors. Mircom maintains strict policies against unsolicited resumes submitted by staffing agencies or third-party recruiters without formal agreements.