Plant Manager

Cascades; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 126,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A packaging solutions provider in Winnipeg is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the operations while ensuring safety and efficiency. Key responsibilities include developing business strategies, fostering a culture of safety and teamwork, and managing operational performance. Candidates should possess a bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, alongside 5-10+ years in a manufacturing leadership role. Compensation is competitive, with a base salary ranging from $126k to $155k CAD.

Benefits

Profit sharing based on profitability

Financial benefits including retirement plan

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
• Ability to perform machining functions would be an asset.
• Prior experience in the corrugated manufacturing industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure plant-wide safety program and employee compliance.
• Develop business strategies to support operational functions.
• Foster a teamwork culture and conduct performance feedback.

Skills

Safety and quality focus

Leadership and team engagement

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or Business

Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

WELCOME HOME! – PLANT MANAGER – WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, CANADA

At Cascades,Sustainable DevelopmentmeansRespecting the True Natureof our 10,000 talents. We put you first:

• Career pathways that support your goals!
• Financial Benefits include Retirement Plan, Profit Sharing & Share Purchase Plan!
• Well-Being Benefits include EAP, healthy lifestyle tools, legal plan, critical illness, etc.
• Base Salary Range for PLANT MANAGER $126k - $155k CAD
• Profit Sharing based on profitability of the company offered as a % of base salary.

At Cascades you can develop your full potential, sustainably, by applying your expertise within Cascades Packaging – Winnipeg as a Plant Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Health & Safety

• Ensure that a plant wide safety program is in place and that all employees are carrying out their responsibilities as described
• Participate in accident and incident investigations and corrective actions are taken to prevent hazardous conditions and/or behaviors
• Ensure that there is an established proactive safety program and that all safety rules, policies and procedures are adhered to

Business Development & Operational Strategy

• Provide oversight and strategic direction to meet organizational objectives and ensure the fiscal health of the business unit.
• Develop business strategies to support the operational functions and ensure profitability.
• Understand marketplace, competition and knowledge of existing and prospective customers.
• Set, monitor and align business goals through the use Key Performance Indicators
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and project teams in the implementation of optimization projects specific to your unit

People Management

• Development of an employee-oriented culture that emphasizes safety, quality, continuous improvement, retention, employee development and high performance.
• Create a workplace culture that is consistent with the organization’s vision and values.
• Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members that allows for differing ideas and concepts.
• Display exemplary leadership to support a team of direct reports comprised of Supervisory and Management staff, and all other office and plant personnel
• Conduct formal and informal performance feedback sessions

General Plant Administration & Analysis Functions:

• Ensure the execution of the Collective Bargaining Agreement and highlight areas for improvement with the union
• Ensure that sufficient employee time, supervisor support, and funds are budgeted for safety equipment, tools and training.
• Champion cost control initiatives, including but not limited to Overtime, direct labor, fixed and variable costs
• Manage Capital expenditures
• Maintain and analyze operational reports to identify gaps/ operational needs

Bring out the best in yourself. Commit. Evolve. Persevere. Every day, our colleagues choose to respect their true nature bycontributing with passionto our mission.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE & STRENGTHS

• Proven troubleshooting ability with emphasis on safety, continuous improvement, reliability and quality.
• Leadership and a collaborative spirit that inspire and engage teams to achieve excellence
• Ability to build relationships and foster trust with stakeholders at all business levels
• Sound judgment to ensure follow-up and effective implementation of solutions in accordance with company priorities to make appropriate decisions
• Strong persuasiveness to foster maximum buy-in in a difficult context
• Strong communication skills, tact and diplomacy
• Ability to guide and coach team members
• Ability to perform machining functions would be an asset
• Well organized.
• Must be aware of all safety standards and requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or Operations preferred
• A combination of experience and education will be considered in lieu of a degree
• 5-10+ years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role.
• Prior experience in the corrugated manufacturing industry a definite plus.
• Experienced with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. We will fairly consider all those qualified for this position.

About Cascades

• Being part of Cascades means revealing the full potential of matter, people, and ideas. We are a source of possibilities. Since 1964, we have been offering sustainable, innovative, and value-creating solutions in terms of packaging, hygiene and recovery.
• Join 10,000 women and men working in a network of nearly 70 business units located in North America.