Plant Manager

MacDonald Search Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm seeks a Plant Manager for a food manufacturing facility in the Lower Mainland. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, ensure safety, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, making this an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader in the industry.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in plant or manufacturing operations, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety regulations for food.
• Proven experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations including production, maintenance, and safety.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Plant Manager to oversee all daily operations of our client's food manufacturing facility in the Lower Mainland. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient production, ensuring workplace safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee plant operations including production, maintenance and safety.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize productivity and efficiency.
• Monitor daily production metrics and take corrective actions when necessary.
• Lead and mentor plant staff, including department supervisors and team leads.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Manage the plant budget, including cost control and capital improvement projects.
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on plant performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Industrial Management, or related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in plant or manufacturing operations, including 3+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety regulations for food.
• Proven experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

If this exciting opportunity sounds like it could be of interest to you, please send us your resume today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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