VP of Operations

The People Co.; Canada; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company in Canada is looking for a hands-on VP of Operations. This role involves managing operations across multiple sites, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving process optimization and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in Operations leadership within the fresh food manufacturing sector, a strong educational background in relevant fields, and proficiency in Lean Six Sigma. Exceptional growth opportunities are available in this essential role.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Bonus

RRSP match

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Director of Operations required.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership in fresh food manufacturing with direct multi-site responsibility.
• Ability to travel up to 25% required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, quality and manufacturing regulations.
• Overall management and co-ordination of operations within the facilities.
• Ensure production meets and exceeds standards for food safety, cost, quality, and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Strategy Development

Process Optimization

Lean Principles Application

Team Management

Education

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

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

TPM (CI certification)

Job description

Our client, a leading food company, is looking to bring on board a hands on, continuous improvement-oriented VP of Operations for their facility in the GTA. This is a multi site management opportunity with travels up to 25%.

In this exciting position, you will take a lead role in a fast paced, fresh processing company. This is a great opportunity to be a key stakeholder in a growing company that invests in its employees.

What we are looking for you to do:

• Ensure compliance with Health & safety, quality and manufacturing regulations
• Overall management and co-ordination of operations and functions within the facilities
• Work with the Executive Team in the development of the corporate strategy
• Ensure facilities meet or exceed KPIs for safety, order accuracy, OT utilization, fill rates, and shrink control
• Ensure that production meets and exceeds standards for food safety, cost, quality, productivity, and customer service
• Develop an Operations strategy that aligns with and directly supports the corporate strategy
• Oversee the hiring, development and management of senior operations employees and ensure a highly qualified, trained, and motivated team is in place
• Coordinate manufacturing and supply activities within multiple departments to improve production and plant process
• Implement best practices in production, automation, and material handling.
• Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives across various locations.
• Ensure buildings and equipment are maintained in appearance and operation, and are in compliance with targeted standards
• Ensure management systems have been created and are complied with for recipes and processes, SOPs, 3rd party certifications and QA programs
• Partner with Sales and Supply Chain to ensure operational readiness for new business, new markets, and acquisitions
• Understand the plant systems and equipment capacities and make recommendations for improved efficiency and potential expansion
• Assist in the development of operational and capital budgets, policies and procedures
• Facilitate and implement lean principles across all aspects of manufacturing and supply chain
• Continually coach, direct and train employees utilizing lean principles

The ideal candidate will have:

• 8+ years of experience as a Director of Operations (titled) required
• 8+ years of progressive leadership in fresh food manufacturing with direct multi-site responsibility
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred)
• Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, TPM (CI certification) required
• Clean driving abstract/ reliable vehicle required
• Ability to travel up to 25% required

What we will offer:

• An attractive salary, bonus, RRSP match and benefits
• An amazing opportunity to grow your career with a leading, expanding company

If you are someone that is ideal for this position and have a passion to be part of a leading food company please submit your resume in Microsoft Word format – and don’t forget to include your accomplishments and achievements on your resume!