Plant Lead

Hunter Shore Group; Montreal; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global food and beverage company is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations at a large site in Montreal. The role focuses on transforming operations, implementing best practices, and fostering a high-performance culture. Ideal candidates will have extensive manufacturing experience and a strong leadership background.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• 15+ years in manufacturing, with 3–5 years in transformational leadership roles.
• Extensive manufacturing experience, with a strong leadership track record.

Responsibilities

• Lead department managers in optimizing labor strategies.
• Drive TPM and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate on budgeting and cost management.

Skills

Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Team Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Hunter Shore Group is recruiting a Plant Manager for a global food and beverage company with a flagship site in Canada. This role provides an exceptional opportunity to lead within a high-performing, industry-leading brand dedicated to quality, innovation, and sustainable practices. Join a team of committed professionals driving transformation in manufacturing excellence and shaping a collaborative and inspired workplace culture.

Job Purpose

The Plant Manager will oversee all critical plant functions at this 1000+ employee site, with a focus on transforming operations, implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices, and building a strong, engaged workforce. Responsibilities include overseeing manufacturing operations (production, quality assurance, maintenance, safety, etc.), coordinating operational forecasts, and identifying financial risks and offsets. This role is essential in supporting strategic initiatives that drive growth, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement.

Key Measures of Success

• Achieving significant improvements in Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE).
• Boosting employee engagement and retention, fostering a collaborative culture.
• Strengthening plant-wide social relations and a positive work environment.
• Developing a cohesive leadership team and inspiring cultural alignment.
• Creating a strategic site master plan to sustain high performance over 5–10 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead department managers in optimizing labor strategies, adapting efficiently to production changes.
• Implement policies to ensure safety, adherence to standards, and best manufacturing practices.
• Drive TPM and continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing plant safety and productivity.
• Collaborate on budgeting and cost management to meet financial goals.
• Partner with HR on talent development, engagement, and cultural transformation.
• Work closely with engineering and maintenance teams to minimize equipment downtime.
• Support R&D in new product development, production runs, and cost optimization.

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Seeking a candidate with substantial experience managing or working within a high-capacity manufacturing facility.
• Experience in the fast-moving consumer goods sector is ideal or similar industry.
• Extensive manufacturing experience, with a strong leadership track record.
• 15+ years in manufacturing, with 3–5 years in transformational leadership roles.
• Demonstrated success in driving cultural change, leading TPM, and motivating diverse teams.
• Resilient, with a drive for continuous improvement and operational excellence.

If you’re a transformational leader with expertise in TPM and a passion for building an inspiring and high-performance culture, apply today for a confidential conversation. Relocation assistance provided, if applicable.

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