Construction Manager I - St. Catharines, ON

AFL; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 3–4 weeks

Medical & dental benefits

3% RRSP matching

Brantford location

Flexible scheduling

Day shift

Job summary

Randstad Canada is seeking a Plant Manager for a Brantford, Ontario food manufacturing facility. You will lead a team of 20, directing production planning, safety, and continuous improvement to meet client requirements.

The role requires 5+ years of leadership in food manufacturing, strong GMP/HACCP knowledge, and hands-on oversight of health and safety. Post-secondary credential in Quality Systems or Materials Management is preferred, with sanitation and pest-control certifications within the

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership within a food manufacturing facility.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and GFSI Certification standards.
• Experience in Health and Safety, Labour Standards, and mechanical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Guide daily manufacturing operations and production planning with staff scheduling.
• Lead line supervisors, lead hands, and operators with clear direction.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP plans, GFSI standards, and safety regulations.
• Oversee Sanitation Programs, equipment maintenance, and pest control.
• Monitor usage and productivity and drive waste reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and senior leadership to resolve issues.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Labour standards

Education

Quality Systems / Materials Management

Job description

An industry-leading food manufacturing company in Brantford has an opportunity for you to step into a Plant Manager position. Offering $110,000 annually with flexibility based on experience, this full-time role features day shifts with flexible scheduling options, comprehensive day-one benefits, 3-4 weeks vacation, and 3% RRSP matching. You will lead a dedicated team of 20, driving operational excellence, food safety, and overall facility success.

Advantages

• Competitive base salary of $110,000 annually with room to negotiate based on your industry experience.
• Day-shift schedule with flexible options, such as four 9-hour days and a short Friday.
• Generous time-off package offering 3 to 4 weeks of paid vacation.
• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits coverage.
• 3% company-matched RRSP contribution plan.
• Great Brantford location

Responsibilities

• Guide daily manufacturing operations, production planning, and staff scheduling to satisfy client requirements.
• Provide clear leadership, mentorship, and daily direction to line supervisors, lead hands, and operators.
• Enforce rigorous compliance with HACCP plans, GFSI standards, and occupational Health and Safety regulations.
• Oversee facility Sanitation Programs, equipment maintenance, and pest control operational standards.
• Monitor material usage, track productivity metrics, and implement strategies to minimize overall facility waste.
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams and senior executives to resolve operational or safety issues promptly.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience within a food manufacturing facility.
• Proven background managing teams, mechanical maintenance, Health and Safety, and Labour Standards.
• 3 years of post-secondary education covering Quality Systems, Materials Management, or related disciplines (asset)
• Valid certificate of training in Sanitation training and onsite experience obtained within the last 5 years
• Demonstrated knowledge and valid training certificate in Pest Control completed within the last 5 years. (will certify)
• Strong practical understanding of GMPs, HACCP, and GFSI Certification standards.

Summary

If you are a driven production professional ready to take the next step in your career, you can reach Kim Patrick at [e-mail].

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.