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Job Title: Production Manager (MLM)

About Pratt & Whitney Canada

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry, headquartered in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the world’s largest fleet of business, general aviation, and regional aircraft and helicopters.

For nearly 100 years, we have pioneered advancements in engine development, supporting cargo and equipment transportation, wildfire suppression, and passenger travel.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes and ranked 1 in the aerospace and defense industry in the country. Our headquarters is also listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. These accolades reinforce our reputation as an employer of choice in Montreal, Canada, and worldwide.

Why Join The Lethbridge Engine Center Team?

As the Main Line Manager (MLM) – Engine Center Operations, you will be accountable for overseeing a portfolio of production and service departments within our engine manufacturing operations. Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead a team of supervisors across four shifts to deliver on business commitments, drive operational performance, and support strategic initiatives. This is a hands-on leadership role where presence on the floor, employee development, and continuous improvement are critical to success.

You will champion a safety-first culture, foster innovation, and support a high-performing team that thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. From optimizing daily execution to contributing to long-term business vision, you will be at the center of transforming the way we manufacture and deliver excellence.

This role is based in Lethbridge, Alberta — a thriving community of over 100,000 people. Just two hours south of Calgary and an hour from the U.S. border, Lethbridge offers easy access to the Rocky Mountains, including world-class destinations like Banff, Jasper, and Fernie. The city is family-oriented, culturally rich, and offers an affordable lifestyle with the amenities of a larger urban center.

At our PT6 Center of Excellence, you’ll lead a team of over 150 employees in producing one of the world’s most successful engine families. Pratt & Whitney engines help save lives, support regional economies, and power many of the world’s passenger aircraft fleet and air forces globally. You’ll be part of a dependable, high-performing team on a mission to make a global impact — right from Southern Alberta.

This position is full-time, with flexible hours in Lethbridge, and is exclusively on-site.

What will your day-to-day look like?

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of supervisors to execute safe, efficient, and high-quality production operations.

• Ensure full compliance with EH&S policies and cultivate a proactive safety and risk-prevention culture.

• Oversee on-time delivery, quality, and performance metrics for your production portfolio.

• Manage daily floor presence—supporting, mentoring, and holding teams accountable to commitments and standards.

• Resolve real-time operational challenges, provide resources, and guide teams toward consistent execution.

• Drive accountability and build team capability through clear expectations, coaching, and feedback.

• Lead difficult conversations with professionalism and empathy to promote individual growth and team alignment.

• Champion and implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.

• Optimize the use of materials, equipment, and workforce through strategic planning and effective resource management.

• Support the introduction of new products and digital tools to modernize operations.

• Contribute to the business’s long-term strategy (1–5–10 years) by setting ambitious goals and identifying growth opportunities.

• Manage labor relations effectively with transparency and consistency.

• Own and manage an operational budget, identifying and executing opportunities for cost savings and productivity improvements.

• Drive cross-functional collaboration to meet Plant 32 Roadmap objectives.

• Foster a culture of innovation, ethics, and customer-first mindset across your area of responsibility.

• Motivate and influence others to reach their full potential and contribute to a high-performing culture.

What do you need to be successful?

• Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of people management experience, or Master’s degree with 7+ years in manufacturing, engineering, operations, or a related field.

• Demonstrated leadership experience in a high-performance manufacturing environment.

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and competing priorities.

• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills at all levels of the organization.

• Strategic thinker with sound decision-making skills and a track record of driving change.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and digital manufacturing tools.

• Bilingual (English and French) considered an asset, with excellent written and verbal communication.

• Resilient, adaptable, and results-focused with a positive and proactive mindset.

What do we offer?

• Pension and savings plan with employer contributions

• Group insurance program

• Opportunities for advancement (career progression)

• Merit or recognition program

• Health and wellness program, including virtual health care

• Transportation accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

The masculine pronoun is used without discrimination and solely for the purpose of making the text easier to read. We will consider applications from all qualified candidates.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, boldness, and precision to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day—just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

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