Plant Manager

Dawn Foods Ltd.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in bakery manufacturing is seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to lead their Burlington facility. This pivotal role involves optimizing resources, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. With a strong commitment to quality and sustainability, the company offers a supportive environment for professional growth and career advancement. If you are a seasoned leader with a passion for food safety and operational excellence, this opportunity is your chance to make a significant impact in a thriving organization.

Benefits

Industry-leading health insurance

Generous retirement benefit contributions

4 weeks of vacation

Tuition assistance

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of GMPs, BRC, HACCP, and food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize resources to meet production goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership in Manufacturing

Decision-Making

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Continuous Improvement

Team Development

Time Management

Education

Master’s Degree

Six Sigma Green Belt Certification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Plant Manager at Dawn Foods

Facility: Burlington Manufacturing Plant

Location: Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Workplace Type: Onsite

Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values are all part of our recipe for success.

Why work for Dawn Foods?

• Industry-leading health insurance and well-being coverage from day 1
• Competitive pay
• Generous retirement benefit contributions
• 4 weeks of vacation to start
• Professional growth through tuition assistance and educational programs
• Opportunities for career advancement within a supportive workforce
• Over 100 years of family ownership and service

Job Purpose and Overview

The Plant Manager will lead, develop, and implement strategies to manage and optimize resources (people, materials, equipment, money, and time) to produce food products that meet quality, volume, cost, and timing expectations, aligning with business results.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage industrial safety to ensure a safe environment and prevent accidents.
• Oversee security and protect Dawn's assets.
• Ensure environmental sustainability and compliance with regulations.
• Manage food safety, ensuring adherence to GMPs, HACCP, BRC standards, and Dawn Quality System.
• Maintain product quality and brand integrity.
• Prepare for and manage audits to ensure compliance and competitiveness.
• Ensure production schedules are met, managing costs and service levels.
• Oversee maintenance of equipment and facilities.
• Optimize inventory levels and warehouse operations.
• Participate in capital investments, ensuring proper decision-making and execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for safety, quality, output, and costs.
• Lead and coordinate teams, ensuring clear objectives and collaboration.
• Support team development and training in partnership with HR.
• Handle hiring, promotions, discipline, and compensation decisions.
• Collaborate with R&D and Marketing on new product launches.
• Promote company philosophies and policies.
• Manage site KPIs, budgets, and projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• At least 8 years of leadership in manufacturing, with decision-making experience.
• Experience with GMPs, BRC, HACCP, and food safety regulations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and team development skills.
• Proven track record in continuous improvement and lean tools.
• Experience in food/bakery manufacturing is a plus.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Work involves a professional office and manufacturing environment, with up to 10% travel. Accommodations can be made for disabilities.

Application Process

If this opportunity interests you, please click "Apply".

Benefits

We offer comprehensive health coverage, competitive pay, educational support, retirement savings with RRSP matching, and other benefits to support your growth and well-being.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

Requisition ID: 36891

Date: Apr 16, 2025

For accommodations during the application process, contact us at [e-mail].