Plant Engineering Manager – Maintenance & Capital Projects

Coaldale Chamber of Commerce; Coaldale; Hybrid; CAD 103,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement savings

Paid leave

Well-being programs

Job summary

McCain Foods (Canada) is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Coaldale complex. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will oversee maintenance, utilities, and all building systems, driving design, development, and management of mechanical processes and pumping systems for plant operations and expansions.

You will lead capital projects, manage budgets, coordinate with engineers, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency across facilities.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, technology, or a related technical discipline is required; equivalent demonstrated experience in a complex industrial or food manufacturing environment will be considered.
• 5 years leading teams and mentoring supervisors
• 5 years of progressive operations or technical leadership experience with a minimum of 2 years directly related to food processing
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and successfully lead projects/work teams of up to 150 people
• Proven experience managing capital projects, including budget development, contractor management, and vendor negotiations.
• Sound fact-based decision-making and problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering results and resolving day-to-day operational challenges.
• Adaptable and flexible team player who champions change and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Assist in development of new installation techniques and standards.
• Conduct employee appraisals and evaluations.
• Develop or revise standard operational and working practices.
• Develop, plan, and administer departmental budget.
• Ensure adequate staffing and training of new employees.
• Evaluate new process technologies to improve existing systems and resolve process and safety problems.
• Fills in for maintenance manager and environmental supervisor in their absence.
• Interface with engineers to define project scope requirements and incorporate corporate standards.
• Oversee the design and review of equipment and systems using corporate standards.
• Acquire and negotiate project contractor bids.
• Manage capital projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Provide technical assistance to processing facilities, to improve quality and efficiency.
• Other projects/duties as assigned or needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Budgeting

Process improvement

Communication

Safety & compliance

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

McCain Foods (Canada) is seeking an Engineering Manager for the Coaldale complex. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will oversee maintenance, utilities, and all building systems, driving design, development, and management of mechanical processes and pumping systems for plant operations and expansions.

You will lead capital projects, manage budgets, coordinate with engineers, and ensure safety, quality, and efficiency across facilities.