Chief Operating Engineer

Inovata Foods; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative food manufacturing company as a Chief Operating Engineer, where you will lead a dedicated team in maintaining and enhancing operational efficiency. This role offers the unique opportunity to impact the production of wholesome frozen meals while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Collaborate closely with various departments and drive improvements in maintenance practices. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work environment, this position promises a fulfilling career path. If you are passionate about food production and leadership, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full medical, dental and disability insurance

Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan

Three weeks' vacation

Five sick days per year

Quarterly incentive plan

Annual Footwear allowance

Qualifications

• 10+ years in maintenance with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Class 2 or Class 3 Refrigeration certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Operating Engineers and manage safety requirements.
• Oversee Boiler and Refrigeration Plant operations, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Maintenance Management

Team Leadership

Project Management

Safety Compliance

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

TSSA Regulated Equipment

Job description

Inovata Foods isn’t your average Food Manufacturing company. We offer the stability of a large company with the feel of a small family business. We have the privilege of partnering with many of North America’s largest retailers, just like a publicly traded tier one company, but our team members have a large degree of control over their roles and an ability to make a real impact. This position reports directly to Inovata Foods’ Maintenance Manager and will have a high level of collaboration with Quality Assurance, Production, and Engineering.

Inovata Foods Corp. is looking for a Chief Operating Engineer to partner with us as we bring families and friends together through offering wholesome and convenient meals. The role is located in our Tillsonburg, Ontario facility. Inovata Foods Corp. is a major producer of wholesome control brand frozen meals for many of North America’s largest retailers.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Lead, supervise and develop Operating Engineers.
2. Manage maintenance and operating safety and regulatory requirements associated with TSSA regulated equipment with production and maintenance teams.
3. Lead root cause investigations on issues resulting in lost time.
4. Develop project costs for capital projects and provide project leadership as required.
5. Oversee Boiler and Refrigeration Plant operation.
6. Provide liaison with TSSA on any issues, regulatory changes and corporate requirements and keep Facility Leadership informed as appropriate.
7. Report unsafe conditions and suggest resolution.
8. Provide communication to team members.
9. Drive adherence and improvements to always housekeeping standards for the Area.
10. Establish and maintain facility-related maintenance.
11. Perform necessary time approval, vacation coordination and performance evaluations for team and support their professional development.
12. Determine and coordinate technical training for team members.
13. Responsible for any disciplinary actions for team members.
14. Maintain employee files for all personnel.
15. Active member of the Facility Leadership team.
16. Actively demonstrate Safety as a value through active leadership, positive influence of mindsets and by identifying and addressing risks to prevent loss to our people, processes, and materials, while ensuring compliance with OHSA for Ontario regulations, corporate policies, and plant guidelines.

Rewards:

1. Full medical, dental and disability insurance package available on date of hire.
2. Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan with Desjardins after 1-year.
3. Three weeks' vacation to start and five sick days per year.
4. Quarterly incentive plan.
5. Annual Footwear allowance.

Requirements:

1. 10+ years' experience working in maintenance.
2. 5+ years' experience having direct reports or being a team leader.
3. Class 2 Required or Class 3 with A Refrigeration.
4. Post-secondary education in related field.
5. Experience in a food manufacturing is a nice to have.
6. Experience managing timelines and projects with various stakeholders.

Working Conditions:

We strive to help our team members maintain a positive balance between life and work. This position has daily exposure to a food processing environment which includes dampness and cold. Position may require varying start times and extended working hours with occasional weekends.

Our Commitment:

Inovata Foods Corp. is an inclusive employer. If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources Department if you require any accommodation during the interview and assessment process, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Inovata Foods does not use AI to screen resumes or at any stage of the hiring process.