Job purpose: To oversee a manufacturing plant's operations, to provide leadership and to ensure that budget and production deadlines are met.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

1. Provide guidance in developing Purchasing, Product Design / Development, Site Standards, and Process Control as outlined in BRC’s Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 7

2. Delegate production and food safety compliance responsibility to the Supervisor and QC staff.

3. Work with the QC for supplier approval and performance monitoring

4. Work with the QC and production for process control program implementation and continuous improvement

5. Oversee production, sanitation and logistic department

6. Responsible for carrying out and completing all production orders respectively

7. Ensuring quality of all products and maintaining plant efficiency (ie: proper run times, minimal waste and preventative maintenance)

8. Actively involved during audit and corrective action follow-up

9. Hiring, evaluation reviews and firing of employee.

10. Hiring, evaluation reviews and firing of contractors.

11. Responsible for the coordination and execution of all production; coordinating all orders specifically pertaining to production and overseeing the functions of logistics

12. Responsible for the handling of all equipment and machinery

13. In house day-to-day operations within the administrative and production realms of the business

14. Maintain clean and safe plant.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $75,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mississauga, ON L4X 2G6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• plant management: 1 year Location: In person

We have an exciting ground floor opportunity for an experienced Plant Manager to join and grow with a reputable facility in New Brunswick. The ideal candidate comes with 5+ years verified experience in the manufacturing and construction industry. We are looking for someone to lead by example with focus on continuous improvement and safety. If you are a well-organized individual with a strong work ethic who can lead and motivate a team in successfully achieving goals, this is the opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

· Work closely with safety, human resources, and strategic business development to create programs to support compliance and initiatives while operating within budget

· Foster continuous improvement activities, reduction of equipment downtime/change overs, capacity planning, waste/scrap reduction, and cost control

· Creation of key performance indicators ensuring they are reviewed, communicated, and achieved while driving quality, efficiency, and cost

· Promote a culture of performance and accountability through engagement to enhance and develop talent capability.

· Plan, implement and monitor production operations to meet scheduled production volume requirements. Execute production department activities to achieve the overall plant production schedule.

· Liaison with internal and external teams to ensure the company’s quality standards are met

· Work in collaboration with the CFO to ensure all financial reports are accurately presented in a timely manner and inventory counts/cycles are performed, discrepancies investigated, and inventory systems maintained

· Communicate regularly with all teams to optimize plant performance and resolve issues collaboratively

Qualifications

· A minimum of 5+ plus years operational management experience in a construction or manufacturing related field

· Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, ability to coach employees to make decisions and improve their current tasks

· The ability to engage ownership throughout the teams with focus on employees’ development and career growth

· Act as a change agent: focus on continuous improvement to bring forward-thinking ideas and makes decision to improve our current processes

· Engage employees to make their own decision, with a strong focus on safety

· Solid financial acumen with a strength in analytical skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office programs

· Team oriented with the ability to engage people.

· Inter provincial red seal in carpentry, electrical, or plumbing and training or certification in business management would be considered an asset

We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:

· Competitive salaries

· Health and Dental Group Benefits

· Group RRSP with employer contribution

· Relocation assistance available

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Fredericton, NB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work 5 years (preferred)

About Us

Originally founded as Holsag Europe in 1960, Holsag Canada has been operating a privately owned manufacturing plant in Lindsay, Ontario since 1990. We source wood from the finest grown, and 100% sustainable, European Beech Wood forests in Europe. Our chairs are crafted in our facility by local residents who care about designing and building the best chairs on the market. We’re proud to serve our business partners in senior living, fine dining, education, and hospitality throughout North America.

Holsag operates in a 270,000 square–foot manufacturing facility that has shipped over a million chairs worldwide. Our Lindsay facility serves customers in all Canadian Provinces and the United States.?All chairs enter the USA duty–free under the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

Holsag is a member of the Mity Inc. family of businesses.

Overview

Holsag is looking for the right individual to lead our plant in Lindsay, Ontario. Holsag, a member of the Mity Inc. family of businesses, manufacturers high quality wood chairs for the senior living, restaurant, and many other markets. This position will direct all plant operations and is responsible for the safe and efficient manufacturing of the high quality product that our company is known for, and will lead and support dynamic and highly skilled team in meeting and exceeding expectations.

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety of our team of over 75 associates in Lindsay.
• Administers recurring or daily functions or processes necessary for business execution and identifies opportunities for improvement or efficiencies
• Develops and implements strategies meant to assist the business in meeting its critical goals and objectives in the most efficient manner possible
• Approves and allocates resources based on business priorities
• Oversees the activities and gives strategic direction to their direct reports (Including direct reports in operations, engineering and supply chain; as well as dotted line reports in finance and HR), sets goals, and coaches them on their development
• Evaluates and recommends changes to policies or procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering, or another related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5 to 7 years supervisory experience and successful performance
• Previous experience leading a team in a manufacturing/durable goods environment
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles
• Strong background in Workplace Safety Leadership
• Interacting and collaborating with co-workers to solve problems creatively and with high integrity
• Taking an objective, data-driven approach to managing projects
• Organized and process driven
• Driving accountability and execution

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Competitive Flex Account for Rx, Dental and Vision
• Robust wellness plan including but not limited to massage, chiropractic, physiotherapy
• Staff discount
• Lindsay is located in the heart of the Kawartha Lakes, and is within walking distance of the Trent-Severn Waterway
• Relocation package available

Holsag is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, indicate this on your application and we will ensure accommodations are made to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Relocation assistance
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Application deadline: start date: 2022-07-11

Position Overview:Reporting to the Presidant, the Plant Manager directs manufacturing and operations in accordance with plant policies and procedures and in compliance with health and safety policies. The Plant Manager is responsible for delivering high quality products on time with a commitment to safety and to use all resources efficiently to improve productivity at all levels.

Duties and responsibilities

• Directs and administers Production, Quality Control, Inventory, Shipping, Maintenance and Operations.
• Accountable for the health and safety of workers in the plant and ensures that the facility is operated and maintained in compliance with Provincial and local environmental health and safety laws.
• Drives and supports Health & Safety initiatives. Co-Chairs Joint Health & Safety Committee with HR manager and works closely with Human Resources.
• Manages and schedules labour to increase efficiency and meet (KPI) budget goals.
• Ensures high quality production.
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills, leads by example and is accountable for all areas of production.
• Responsible for the leadership, development and management of the Production Team and ensures that plant operations are adequately staffed with trained and experienced supervisors who are capable of providing continued growth and profitability for the organization.
• Works closely with all other departments to ensure better productivity and development. Encourages interdepartmental communication and collaboration.
• Manages production planning and oversees production scheduling, all rush orders, flagged orders and drawings to plant. (load making)
• Directs the installation and maintenance of all manufacturing and processing equipment used in the manufacturing process. Manages Maintenance to ensure low downtime.
• Ensures on time delivery without backorders.
• Develops new products.
• Responsible for Plant lay-out and improves work flow and capacity to increase efficiencies.
• Ensures procedures are in place for all manufacturing activities.
• Development and implementation of production systems.
• Establishes strong working relations with other functional managers.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

· 5 years experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment.

· 3 - 5 years minimum experience in a Window manufacturing industry essential.

• Excellent leadership qualities, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High School Diploma, Post Secondary Education an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example to ensure a team approach.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced environment and to effectively schedule and prioritize daily routines as well as specific task completion.
• Working knowledge in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and procedures.
• Broad and in-depth knowledge of manufacturing methods, process management, project management, and production planning.
• Knowledge of quality control and inspection procedures.
• Ability to direct and coordinate all manufacturing activities so that an adequate supply of approved products is kept within specifications, quality standards, budget guidelines, and on time.
• Ability to manage special projects including review of new plant equipment.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Plant Management: 3 years (preferred)
• Window Manufacturing: 3 years Location: In person

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Key Responsibilities:

· Direct and Manage all plant operations with overall responsibilities for production, equipment/facilities maintenance, housekeeping, quality, and other production-related activities.

· Plan, Organize, Direct, and Run day-to-day operations to meet daily/weekly/monthly manufacturing targets and our customers’ expectations

· Direct reports - unionized Team Leaders, and Hourly Manufacturing employees

· Coordinate, Direct and Manage teams to ensure that manufacturing targets and objectives are met

· Accountable for Health and Safety - ensuring compliance to all established Health & Safety rules and provincial laws

· Liaison with senior management on the status of production projects and daily operations. Attend and participate in various company meetings and provide updates or present as required

· Communicate with the teams and share company goals and objectives

· Develop, Recommend, Participate in continuous improvement systems for production methods, production information systems, interactions with other functions and groups and internal communications between teams for productivity and throughput improvement

· Assist in the evaluation of the well-being of each team member through ongoing interaction within the teams

· Work with manufacturing engineers, design engineers, and logistics management to evaluate equipment upgrades and capex requirements

· Ensure all employees are trained on Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for their particular job function and that they are performing the job in the manner outlined in the SOP

· Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and quality system

· Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process and quality system; recommend or provide solutions through designated channels; verifying the implementation of solutions, control further processing, delivery or installation of nonconforming product until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected

· Assist in Materials Inventory and Controls management

· Some primarily local travel may be required during the business day. Some out of town/overnight travel may be expected on occasion

Requirements:

· Must have 5+ years of proven work experience as a Plant Manager in a sheet metal fabrication, unionized manufacturing environment. Hands on operation and supervisory responsibilities in multiple fabrication processes such as sheet metal shearing, press brakes, spot welding, MIG welding, light assembly, and other general fabrication activities

· Experience with industry standard equipment with strong technical knowledge and expertise

· Experience implementing quality systems and lean manufacturing practices is highly desired

· Experience with managing unionized employees

· Strong communication skills – both written and verbal

· Ability to utilize as well as create effective excel spreadsheets. Experienced user of Microsoft Word and Outlook

· Facilitation experience and strong leadership skills with the ability to successfully work with different levels of personnel

· Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)

· Computer literacy

· Ability to create accountability and to lead by example

· Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ajax, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work question(s):
• Are you eligible to work full time for any employer in Canada?
• Are you available to work Monday to Thursday 5:30am-5:00pm and if required on Fridays from 5:30am to 12pm ?
• When would you be available to start working in this position?
• What is your salary range expectation?

Education:

• AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

• Unionized employee Supervisory: 5 years (preferred)
• Business & Management: 5 years (preferred)
• Manufacturing Plant Manager: 5 years (required)
• production management: 5 years (required)
• Computer literacy: 5 years (required)
• Sheet Metal production: 5 years deadline: 2022-07-04

Overview

Summit Crushing is currently searching for a Plant Manager to be accountable for the leadership, development & management of all functions of the Quarry. The Plant Manager will ensure site staffing and oversee safe production to enable plant productivity and maintenance in an efficient manner, while producing quality products for clients. The primary focus will be on safety and optimizing available reserves and capital employed while maximizing productivity at the lowest cost of production.

Responsibilities

Health and Safety:

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environment areas. Promotes a positive safety culture through safety leadership
• Ensure strict compliance with all health and safety rules and country regulations
• Implementation and management of all safety initiatives
• Maintain safety processes and procedures up to date
• Exceed expectations for safety initiatives
• Ensure the Contactor Safety Management program is strictly followed for all contractors on the site including prequalification, monitoring, documenting and reviewing contractor safety.

Financial Management:

• Promote a culture of performance and exceeding expected results
• Drive and track financial performance via monthly operation forecast.
• Complete operations forecast for Day 14 and month end review, ensure all costs are accounted for and are accurate.
• Participate in month end review of previous months results
• Participate in monthly inventory, sales & production planning.
• Effectively develop goals and objectives to implement actions, track performance and continuously look for opportunities for improvement
• Adhere to purchasing policies, procedures and directives
• Balance inventory and sales needs to manage and minimize working capital impact
• Ensure all SAP System reporting, coding and approvals are completed accurately and on time based on the processes and procedures laid out for this role.

Topline & Customer Focus:

• Work with sales team to drive customer retention and attraction
• Drive quality for customer retention
• Seek opportunities to meet and exceed customer expectations
• Ensure a quality product within specifications and timely delivery to clients

Site Management:

• Work closely with operations manager to develop best practices, processes and to ensure plant activities are optimized and costs are best in class
• Actively lead on a daily basis on site operations
• Implement and follow best practices for maintenance, production and shipping processes
• Implement strategies to achieve target key performance indicators (KPI)
• Effectively use company resources and programs to drive operational excellence

Environment, Land & Community Relations:

• Run site operations in a way to have minimal negative impact on the surrounding environment and communities
• Implement and manage operational standards to manage activities and mitigate our environmental impact
• Develop and maintain effective stakeholder relationships with the local communities to ensure Summit is seen as a partner in environmental stewardship
• Work with local regulatory bodies to comply with all permit and bylaw requirements

People Management:

• Provide leadership for operations and office staff located at the Quarry by working closely with crew and foremen
• Actively engage in employee assessment and development according to the HR business cycle
• Facilitate progressive discipline as required
• Align people management and training goals to meet business and people needs

Dimensions:

• Direct Reports: 1 Assistant Manager, 2 Office Staff (Plant Admin & QC) and 12 Non-Unionized Hourly Employees
• Indirect Reports: 1 Scale Clerk
• Volumes: 1.0M Tonnes

Specific Accountabilities

• Compliance with Safety, Land and Environment procedures
• Drill, Blast, Processing & Shipping Activities
• Production and inventory management of products within specification
• Mobile and fixed equipment maintenance
• Mine planning and site development
• Effectively drive and seek cost improvement opportunities
• Monthly operations and production forecasts
• Innovation and continuous improvement to plant performance

Qualification Profile

Education

• Undergraduate degree in mining or engineering preferred

Experience and Skill Set:

• 3 years of proven operational and supervisory experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of aggregate industry
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
• Must be able to analyze financial statements and make recommendations
• Strong communication, negotiation and change management skills
• Prior work experience in unionized environment
• Ability to foster and grow a strong safety culture
• High energy positive leader with ability to influence high performing teams
• Independent thinker
• High capacity of working under pressure and stress

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $85,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

JOB Description

TitlePlant Manager

DepartmentOperations

LocationWestern Canada

Reports toCOO

Company Background

Donald’s Fine Foods is a family owned business that has operated for over 20 years. We are a specialty meat manufacturer spanning four plants in British Columbia and Saskatchewan.

Company Values

• Customer Focus – Exceptional customer service is the measure of our success
• Integrity – Fairness, honesty, responsibility and trust mark every relationship inside and outside of the company
• People - We treat our employees, customers, suppliers and the community with respect
• Quality – Uncompromising standards in everything we do
• Safety – We care about our people and emphasize a culture of safety throughout our Company

Job Description

The position of Plant Manager will oversee all daily operations of the primary processing pork slaughter plant ensuring compliance of policies and procedures. The incumbent will develop and adhere to defined processes that will maximize stewardship, team development, safety, quality, yields and productivity. This role will be a member of the operations leadership team and must adhere to the values of the organization when making decisions and solving problems. As a senior leader in the organization, the role must encourage employee follow-ship and be an example of the culture that define Donald’s Fine Foods. Our customers are at the core of all we do and this incumbent must exhibit a propensity to meet customer expectation without compromising safety, quality, compliance requirements, and unnecessary waste.

Critical Objectives

• Lead and engage approximately 270 Unionized plant employees and management team members to fulfill company goals
• Develop business plans consistent with company strategy
• Assure effective costs and yields without compromising safety, quality, and service
• Maintain a strong customer service relationship with customers
• Develop new and innovative products and integrate third party volume opportunities
• Engage and effectively manage union, supplier, and contractor relationships
• Uphold company policies, procedures, and all food safety requirement
• Ensure safety of all personnel in facility
• Maintain facility infrastructure standards consistent with company image
• Food safety program compliance

Responsibilities

Safety

• Provide and maintain a safe working environment for all employees and contractors
• Compliance with all WorkSafe and Occupational Health and Safety regulations
• Guide team towards achieving zero lost time and medical aid incidents

Food Safety

• Enforce HACCP/CFIA and food safety regulations
• Collaborate CFIA officials to promote cooperative working relations
• Ensure sanitation department is keeping the plant ready for operation
• Guide team towards being audit ready for BRC

Leadership

• Exemplify honesty, integrity, quality and trust
• Develop a robust employee and team development and succession plans
• Maintain engaged employee relations
• Ensure all daily, weekly and monthly plant communication forums are conducted routinely and effectively
• Ensure performance management reviews are timely and constructive

Production Execution

• Oversee execution of all manufacturing, warehousing, DSD, maintenance, processes
• Maintain a cost effective manpower plan
• Manage annual site costs to lower than inflation
• Validate execution of all routine, preventative and predictive maintenance tasks
• Fulfill production orders on-time and in full
• Ensure yields are managed while not affecting product quality

Quality

• Ensure product specifications are current and strictly enforced
• Ensure compliance with all GMP standards
• Effect all sanitation procedures to achieve plant SPC results

Continuous Improvement

• Establish 5S facility
• Reduce four waste streams – Time; Capital; Process; Inventory
• Leverage Root Cause Analysis/Process Analytics/Lean Problem Solving
• Establish and manage a culture of continuous improvement through KPIs

Cost

• Continuously reengineer processes without impacting quality and safety
• Manage capital spend to on-time, on budget, and defined benefits criteria

Critical KPIs

• Customer Service level
• Fill Rate
• Cost/Kg (Service Fee)
• Plant Utilization
• Customer complaints, claims, cost, and satisfaction
• CFIA/HACCP/BRC Audits
• Turnover/Absenteeism
• Downtime
• Waste Reduction/Yield Improvement
• TRIR/Severity/Frequency/WCB work orders
• Union Relations

Position Requirements

• Plant Management experience of no less than 7 years
• Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
• Familiarity with industry standards, equipment, and technical expertise
• Knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, yield management, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes
• Computer literacy
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
• Strong team building, decision-making, and people management skills
• Degree in Business Management; Food Science; Engineering or related field preferred

Position Skills

• Effective Communication Skills
• Collaborative Leadership and Interpersonal Skills
• Critical-Thinking Skills
• Organizational Planning Skills
• Analytical based Problem-Solving Skills
• Computer/System literacy - Microsoft Office; Inventory/Planning/Scheduling Software

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: In deadline: 2023-11-30