Senior Food Plant Manager - Lean Ops & Quality (Barrie)

Pan-Pacific Personnel Inc.; Barrie; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group insurance from day 1 (extended health, dental, vision care)

On-site parking available

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company in Barrie, Ontario, is seeking a Plant Manager. The successful candidate will lead and develop all plant operations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. They will manage production schedules, drive operational excellence, and build a high-performing team. The role requires 7–10 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Compensation is competitive with benefits from day one after a probation period.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of leadership experience in food manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations.
• Experience in managing production operations and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant operations including production and logistics.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and audit readiness.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement methodologies.

Skills

Leadership in food manufacturing

Knowledge of HACCP

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

ERP systems experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business

Tools

Forklift

Job description

A leading food manufacturing company in Barrie, Ontario, is seeking a Plant Manager. The successful candidate will lead and develop all plant operations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. They will manage production schedules, drive operational excellence, and build a high-performing team. The role requires 7–10 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Compensation is competitive with benefits from day one after a probation period.