Plant Manager

RHI Magnesita N.V.; Saint-André-d'Argenteuil; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A global supplier of refractory products is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations at the Marelan plant. The role includes creating a safety-first culture, optimizing processes, and driving operational excellence. Qualified candidates should have at least 6 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and a strong background in Lean and continuous improvement. The position offers a competitive salary between $110,000 and $140,000 CAD and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage

Company retirement plan

Generous paid time off program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven success as a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, or Maintenance Manager.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily manufacturing operations to achieve safety and quality goals.
• Drive efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach and mentor team members to strengthen leadership capabilities.
• Monitor key performance metrics and lead daily production meetings.

Skills

Leadership experience

Lean methodology

Continuous improvement

Budget management

EHS compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Operations Management

Job description

Overview

Lead operations. Drive excellence. Shape the future of manufacturing. At RHI Magnesita, we’re looking for a strategic and hands-on Plant Manager to oversee all aspects of our Marelan plant. In this role, you’ll create a safety-first culture, optimize production processes, and deliver operational excellence that meets and exceeds business objectives.

Your Impact

• Manage daily manufacturing operations to achieve Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Value goals
• Build and maintain a safety-first culture, driving EHS improvements and compliance
• Ensure environmental and regulatory standards are met
• Drive efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives that add value for customers and expand margins
• Develop operational plans aligned with corporate KPIs and strategic objectives
• Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, and cross-functional teams to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Coach and mentor team members to strengthen leadership and technical capabilities
• Lead Lean and Operational Excellence initiatives across the site
• Plan and deliver capital projects to improve plant performance
• Monitor key performance metrics and lead daily production meetings and Gemba walks
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and drive improvements to reduce cost of quality
• Oversee predictive and preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related technical field
• 6+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven success as a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, or Maintenance Manager
• Strong background in Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement
• Ability to lead change and develop high-performing teams
• Experience managing budgets and driving cost efficiency
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental excellence

Why Leaders Choose Us

• Opportunity to own plant performance and influence strategic decisions
• Drive operational excellence in a global organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and shape the future of manufacturing
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement

What We Offer

• Competitive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents
• Company retirement plan and paid disability
• Generous paid time off program
• Employee Assistance Program for your well-being
• A collaborative culture that values fresh ideas and initiative

Compensation

• $110,000 - 140,000 CAD

About RHI Magnesita

RHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and solutions which are critical for high-temperature processes in a wide range of industries. Serving customers around the world, RHI Magnesita has more than 20,000 employees in 65 main production sites (including raw material sites), 12 recycling facilities and more than 70 sales offices.

RHI Magnesita’s team in North America helps build refractory products that solve the most extreme manufacturing challenges. From advanced lithium-ion batteries for laptops and EVs and specialized glass on smartphones and tablets, to the steel and cement that build the world around us, our high-performance bricks and linings make it possible to melt, bend, shape, and refine these materials at extreme temperatures.

With a vertically integrated value chain, RHI Magnesita has helped forge the materials that build industries and economies for almost 200 years. Refractory products are essential to the production processes for cement, steel, aluminum, and many other industrial producers in the region.

Come get fired up with our North American team!