Operations Manager

Agropur; Victoria; On-site; CAD 103,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy company in Victoria is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee production and warehouse operations. The successful candidate will ensure operational excellence, safety, and effective leadership in a dynamic environment. Key responsibilities include managing employees, driving strategic goals, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in food or beverage sectors. Agropur offers a supportive workplace culture and various benefits.

Benefits

Flexible group insurance plan

Pension plan with employer contributions

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods environment.
• Experience in the food or beverage industry.
• Experience leading in a unionized environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support production and warehouse supervisors.
• Ensure safety and adequate training for all employees.
• Lead and drive organizational goals and strategic plans.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Technical Knowledge

Communication

Lean Methodology

Education

College diploma or university degree in operations management

Job description

Overview

Job Type: Regular

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Agropur is looking for a Operations Manager to join is Victoria team.

Reporting to the Plant Director, the Operations Manager plans, manages, and leads production and cooler warehouse activities at the Victoria Plant. They will have a strong commitment to operationnal excellence, safety, food quality, efficiency, and fostering positive labour relations.The Operations Manager will lead and drive initiatives to meet and exceed operational strategies and objectives.

How Agropur invests in YOU:

• Recognition of years of service in calculating vacation time.

• Flexible group insurance plan, including telemedicine service.

• Employee assistance program.

• Opportunity to invest in you (Career Path, etc.).

• Pension plan including employer contributions.

• Salary range 006: $103, 400 to $129, 200 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.)

What’s involved in this role

More specifically, the Victoria plant Operations Manager's responsibilities will include:

• Driveoperational excellence by bringingexpertiseintechnical processing,leadership, planning,continuousimprovement, and clear communication.

• Manage and support production and warehouse supervisorsby setting priorities,objectives,andhighstandardsfor work.

• Ensuresafety and adequate training for all production and cooler/warehouse employees.

• Ensurecorrect stock turnover and inventory levels of manufactured and distributed products.

• Serve as a change agentand,promotea clear visionandpositive workplace culturebyencouragingopportunities to work as a team.

• Isaccountable forplantlabourbudget,monitoringKey Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and drivingaction plans when targets are not met.

• Lead and drive organizational goals and strategic plans for the sitethat contribute to Agropur Cooperative’s commitment to driving value.

• Support and work collaboratively withcross-functionalteamsremotely as required.

• Supportsaudits (by government, third parties, customers) and activelyparticipatein developing and carrying out action plans.

• Participate inplanningthe annual plant budget, capital expenditures, and project planning related to the site.

• Support employees in troubleshooting and offer after-hours support,whereasrequired.

• Provide leadership on continuous improvement activities.

• Support communications within the site and escalate issues to relevant parties.

What you need to join our team

• College diploma or university degree in operations,managementor other relevant training.

• Proventrack recordofstrong technical knowledge,building teams,deliveringfiscal targets,and leading change.

• Minimum of 5 years ofmanufacturingleadership experience,preferably in a Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) environment.

• Experience in the food or beverage industry.

• Experience with LEANmethodologyand tools is an important asset.

• Experience leading in a unionized environment an important asset

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Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec.Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

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