Plant Analyst

Dare Foods; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Dare Foods in Cambridge onsite is hiring an Operations Analyst to report on the financials of the facility and support Production & Maintenance teams in meeting budgets and maintaining financial stability.

You will analyze costs, inventory, and performance data, develop dashboards, and partner with Finance on budgeting and forecasting. Strong Excel and ERP experience are required for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher degree in a related field.
• 2–5 years in manufacturing/operations or financial analysis roles.
• Experience in food production is an asset.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).
• ERP experience with SAP/Dayforce/JDE preferred.
• Power BI or similar reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly operational performance reports.
• Analyze production efficiency, labour, downtime, waste, and yield metrics.
• Monitor KPIs and identify variances and improvement opportunities.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analyses with data-driven insights.
• Maintain and update cost analysis reports and dashboards.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance.

Skills

Excel proficiency (PivotTables)

Excel proficiency (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)

Power BI

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Multi-priority management

Education

Post-secondary degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Operations/Engineering/Statistics

Tools

SAP

Dayforce

JDE

Power BI

Job description

Job Description

Made Better isn’t just a claim; it’s our Dare promise.

At Dare our dedicated team works passionately to uphold our tradition of excellence, innovation and quality in every aspect of our operations. Our state-of-the-art facilities utilize advanced technology to ensure consistency and quality whilemeeting the evolving needs of our consumers and customers.

Salary Target- $75,000

Onsite

Position Overview

As a key member of the Operations team this person will be responsible to assess and report on the financials of the Cambridge facility. This position will be the go to resource for the Production & Maintenance teams ability to meet budget and help ensure financial stability of the plant.

Production and Operations Analysis

• Prepare and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly operational performance reports.
• Analyze production efficiencies, labour utilization, downtime, waste, and yield metrics.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support plant management with data-driven recommendations to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Track production results against budgets, forecasts, and operational targets.

Cost and Financial Analysis

• Assist in monitoring and analyzing plant manufacturing costs.
• Investigate variances related to labour, materials, waste, and overhead expenses.
• Support monthly financial reporting and plant performance reviews.
• Maintain and update cost analysis reports and operational dashboards.
• Partner with Finance to support budgeting and forecasting activities.

Inventory and Reporting

• Monitor inventory levels and investigate discrepancies.
• Support cycle counts and physical inventory processes.
• Analyze inventory transactions to ensure data accuracy.
• Maintain reporting databases and ensure the integrity of production and inventory data.
• Develop and automate reports to improve business insights and reporting efficiency.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements through analysis of operational data.
• Support root cause analysis for operational issues and performance gaps.
• Assist with the implementation and tracking of corrective actions.

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain, and Finance teams.
• Provide analytical support for capital projects, productivity initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Prepare presentations and reports for plant leadership meetings.
• Support special projects and business initiatives as required.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Business, Finance, Accounting, Operations Management, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing, operations analysis, business analysis, or financial analysis role.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or food production environment is considered an asset.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Dayforce, JDE, or a similar platform is preferred.
• Experience using Power BI or other reporting and visualization tools is an asset.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Total Rewards Package: Our Total Rewards package reflects the investment we make in our employees to help them and their families achieve their well-being goals. Total Rewards at Dare Foods includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement programs. In addition, we offer paid time off, career development opportunities as well as reward and recognition programs.

AtDare Foods Limited, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive, accessible, equal-opportunity environment that welcomes all individuals from all backgrounds because we know it will make our company a better place to work. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment.

We want to thank all candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we cannot confirm the receipt of individual applications or resumes.

Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity.