WHO WE ARE
Harding Display Corp (HDC) is one of Canada's pre-eminent point-of-sale and in-store marketing solution providers. Located in Scarborough, Ontario, we are a family-owned company and have proudly been servicing clients in Canada and the U.S. since 1927 (that’s over 98 years!).
Our clients include premier tier-1 CPG organizations who rely on us for our best-in-class customer-focused approach and innovative designs of temporary and permanent displays. More importantly, though, we are backed by a strong team of dedicated, diverse employees in all segments of our business including graphic and structural design, production, manufacturing, logistics, sales, accounting, and human resources.
WHY WORK WITH US?
Our business continues to evolve, and we are looking for top talent to join our team and fuel our continuous growth. At HDC, we believe in People First, where everyone is welcome, and everyone knows you by name – you are never just a number! We acknowledge that Powerful Communication is our oxygen, and that we can’t live without it. Our Growth Mindset encourages us to be open to learning and adaptable to new ways of doing things. We are leaders in our industry and our expertise allows us to Innovate Forward, bringing the best and brightest products and services to our clients. We relentlessly seek Continuous Improvements, looking for opportunities to work smarter, not harder.
We offer:
Competitive pay + bonus opportunity
Paid vacation, sick/personal days
Health and dental benefits
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Short and Long-term Disability
Insurance Programs
Fun, collaborative work environment with a group of seriously talented individuals!
Are you ready to join our growing team? If so, read on!
ROLE OVERVIEW
Self-motivated, well organized and highly efficient member of the Project Management team. Reporting to the Director of Production, the Production manager is a leadership position that will be responsible for leading change initiatives and delivering projects on time and within estimates. The Production Manager will be focused on curating and growing the Production Coordinators’ [“PC”] capabilities to maximize business objectives and results. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring compliance and excellence in the PC role daily. They will monitor the project scope of the PC’s custom display orders from project hand off through to final shipment. Along the way, challenging existing norms and providing valuable insight as the Production SME (Subject Matter expert).
HIGHLIGHTS OF WHAT YOU WILL DO
Lead and Develop the Production Coordinators (PCs):
Coach, mentor, and performance-manage the PC team to build skills, drive accountability, and foster a high-performing, service-oriented culture.
Oversee Project Execution:
Ensure projects are delivered On-Time In-Full (OTIF) by delegating tasks, balancing workloads, monitoring progress, and addressing risks or issues proactively.
Drive Operational Excellence:
Enforce compliance with processes, timelines, and standard operating procedures while implementing continuous improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
Financial Accountability:
Oversee accuracy of quotations, control project scope changes, and ensure profitability by optimizing material, labor, and resource use.
Cross-Functional & Vendor Collaboration:
Act as a liaison between Sales, Design, Logistics, Operations, and external vendors to align expectations, resolve issues, and maintain strong partnerships.
Lead Change Initiatives:
Champion departmental KPIs and organizational strategies, driving improvements in efficiency, quality, and overall business results while ensuring team engagement.
Risk Management & Problem Solving:
Identify potential production or project risks early, implement corrective actions, and ensure high-quality outcomes through effective problem resolution.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL
3+ years of Project Management experience or equivalent required.
3+ years of people management experience leading a 5–10-member team
Post-Secondary Education in Accounting, Project Management and/or Marketing, with a PMP designation is an asset.
Experience in a manufacturing facility, particularly in Point of Purchase display environment, is an asset.
Experience with vendor relations and purchasing material is an asset.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to manage and organize multiple priorities with competing deadlines.
Encourages and facilitates the creation of an environment that allows for collaboration.
Knowledge to read and interpret CAD drawings.
Effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to work in a highly collaborative, team-based environment with minimal supervision.
Experience with an ERP system is an asset.
Familiar with Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Excel, and Word.
If this sounds like you, please do not hesitate to apply. We look forward to reviewing your application!
We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with Harding Display, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
At Harding Display, we want people to love their work and show respect and empathy to all. We are committed to building a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve and encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages, and sexual orientations, as well as parents, veterans, people living with disabilities, and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.
We are proud to be in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards Regulation. If you require accommodation at any point through the hiring process, please contact the People & Talent Department at careers@hardingdisplay.com using the subject line: Accommodation Request.
