Wood Mill - Plant Manager

Express Employment Professionals; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits plan

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Operations Manager for a client operating a large softwood plant in Vancouver. This role involves collaborating with the Executive Management Team to ensure the company's financial performance and sustainability. Key responsibilities include overseeing safety, production, and cost improvement, alongside leading a team. Candidates should have 10+ years of experience in manufacturing management, preferably in wood products. Salary ranges between $150,000 and $200,000 plus bonuses, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in manufacturing/operations management in a wood products environment.
• Experience with value-added wood products and manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated track record for strong leadership and communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Executive Management Team for financial performance.
• Oversee safety, production, efficiency, and cost improvement.
• Provide leadership directly and through subordinate supervisors.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Managerial skills

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering, business, or wood science

Job description

About the Company

Express Employment Professionals is currently recruiting for an Operations Manager at a client company that operates one of the largest softwood plants in Canada, employing over 400 people. The company is located in Vancouver’s lower mainland and is known for being a reliable and consistent supplier of high-quality products to customers across North America, the Pacific Rim, and Europe.

Role Overview

The General Manager of the Mill is a member of the Executive Management Team who will collaborate with the leadership group to ensure the overall financial performance and sustainability of the business. This role involves oversight and responsibility for safety, production, recovery, efficiency, maintenance, and cost improvement, providing team leadership both directly and through subordinate supervisors.

Key Qualifications

Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in manufacturing/operations management in a wood products environment with a demonstrated track record for strong leadership, communication, and managerial skills. Experience with value‑added wood products and manufacturing processes is necessary. Post‑secondary education in engineering, business, or wood science would be beneficial.

Benefits & Compensation

Our client company offers one of the best benefits plans in Canada. Salary is approximately $150,000 to $200,000 plus bonus, depending on experience.

How to Apply

Please send your resume to [e-mail] with the subject line “Operations Manager – wood mill”.