Engineering Project Manager

Leclerc Foods; Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 64,158 - 78,415; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance)

Paid and adapted training

Job security and advancement opportunities

Company culture initiatives (gifts, events)

Job summary

Leclerc Foods is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee maintenance activities in their Hawkesbury plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring safe and efficient operations while collaborating closely with corporate engineering. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and over 8 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment are required. The role includes developing engineering solutions, managing budgets, and leading maintenance teams. Starting salary is $71,287 annually with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in food manufacturing or fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of GFSI/BRC, SQF, GMP, and other food safety standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, challenging, and changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct maintenance activities efficiently and safely.
• Collaborate with corporate engineering and support plant management.
• Develop cost-effective solutions to operational problems.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Decision making under pressure

Technical expertise

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial or related Engineering field

Tools

SAP or other ERP systems

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,900 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

Working at Leclerc means...

• Evolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technology
• Starting a new job with paid and adapted training
• Benefit from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, 1 week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation and more)
• Save on our delicious products and discover exclusive novelties
• Take advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the company
• Integrate a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform and more)

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Plant manager, the Engineering Manager is responsible for planning and directing all maintenance activities to ensure that work is conducted in a safe, secure, efficient and cost effective manner. This role will work in close collaboration with corporate engineering, and advises and supports the plant management team in day-to-day operations. Being the primary contact with the corporate engineering team, s/he acts as the plant’s lead technical manager providing guidance to the maintenance as well as the technical and continuous improvement departments. This position brings method, structure and consistency while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and our various engineering processes. This position partakes in the development of Leclerc Foods production growth by recommending equipment that ensures operational efficiency, safety, quality, and long‑term profitability of the plant.

Salary

Starting at $71,287 per year. The salary will be determined based on your experience, skills, education, and organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• As the direct link between the corporate engineering management and the factory, the Maintenance/Engineering Manager has to be the technical manager guiding the maintenance, technical and improvement teams;
• Analyze technology, resource needs, and market demand to plan and assess feasibility and equipment. Accept ownership of all automation initiatives;
• Prepare bid packages, work with Purchasing on contracts, and manage contractor engineering activities;
• Develop sound and cost effective solutions to problems facing the operations team;
• Assess the feasibility and soundness of proposed engineering solutions to include serving as the liaison with engineering consulting service, vendors and the corporate engineering management;
• Prepare capital investment requests by determining the best equipment design and/or facility layout, developing estimates and provide justification for the expenditure;
• Manage contractor engineering activities and oversee management of delivery schedules, warranties, liquidated damages, and performance guarantees;
• Coordinate start‑up and commissioning of new equipment with operations;
• Test newly installed machines and equipment to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications;
• Maintain plant in a safe and productive state to ensure compliance with health and safety standards in order to achieve maximum productivity;
• Review budget projections for current and upcoming projects and schedule forecasts to ensure plant projects are completed on‑time and on‑budget;
• Provide engineering support to maintain, after, or curtail operations during emergencies;
• Analyze downtime, identify causes and recommend action plan for improvement;
• Collaborate and lead locally predictive and preventative maintenance plan;
• Identify and prioritize major maintenance issues with production and initiate and develop action plans to resolve issues in order to achieve maximum productivity;
• Manage and direct the maintenance department of the facility to achieve business objectives;
• Oversee maintenance activities and programs implementation to ensure compliance with all health and safety standards;
• Support the maintenance team on a daily basis and act as technical resource;
• Implement and manage routine systems for technical problem solving and accountability;
• Collaborate and communicate with other plant management team members on various technical and key performance issues;
• Pursue improvement opportunities and provide technical support for capital improvements;
• Promote and enhance a positive and safe working environment through teamwork and high level of employee involvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial or a related Engineering field or equivalent work experience;
• Have 8 + years of relevant experience combining technical and management experience, preferably in a food manufacturing / fast pace environment;
• Knowledge of GFSI / BRC, SQF, GMP and other food safety standard including HACCP or similar food industry regulations is preferable;
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability for decision making under pressure;
• Strong oral and written communication skills, excellent judgment, strong sense of ethics & integrity, result oriented;
• Excellent people skills, maintain a positive attitude and ability to motivate people, specifically mentoring and coaching individuals;
• Ability to adapt operational changes;
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, challenging, and consistently changing environment;
• Efficient at handling multiple priorities;
• Be familiar with SAP or other ERP system;
• Experience using Microsoft Office and other computer based application (I pad, One Note, etc.);
• Experience with AutoCAD is a plus;
• Strong knowledge of mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, instrumentation and control;
• Excellent manual dexterity;
• Strong physical endurance;
• Ability to stand for long periods of time;
• Flexible with work hours

Why join Leclerc?

At Leclerc, we live by our five core values: Authenticity, Respect, Innovation, Engagement, and Pleasure.

These values guide everything we do and create a unique work environment where you can thrive.

• We believe in developing our talent – because growth starts with authenticity and engagement.
• We provide career progression opportunities – in a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
• We offer a dynamic and stimulating environment – where innovation is encouraged and celebrated.
• We use innovative digital tools – to make your work easier and more impactful.
• We are an innovative and growing company – committed to continuous improvement and bold ideas.
• We foster a collaborative and respectful culture – because teamwork and pleasure at work matter.
• We offer excellent salary and benefits

Biscuits Leclerc is committed to recruiting and hiring the best candidates for all roles and is committed to integration and equal opportunity. Upon request, Biscuits Leclerc will provide suitable accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process to candidates with accessibility needs due to disability to ensure that the standards outlined in Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) are upheld. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the HR responsible at 613-632-0777 ext: 4204