82 Plant Manager jobs in Canada

Job Description

Overview

Seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to oversee operations in a high-volume industrial mining and manufacturing union environment. This is a 60 person plant M-F with 15-20 salaried employees. The plant manager will have 5 direct reports. The hourly are union employees. This role requires leadership in ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective processing of materials into finished goods, meeting quality standards, and driving continuous improvement with P&L responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all site personnel, providing clear direction and support.
• Ensure efficient project management, cost control, and customer satisfaction within engineering and production teams.
• Develop and approve production plans and schedules, ensuring alignment with plant objectives, inventory management, and shipment coordination.
• Allocate resources (personnel, machinery, etc.) effectively to optimize production and minimize costs.
• Manage maintenance shutdowns, equipment repairs, and associated costs.
• Maintain plant efficiency data, operating instructions, and compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee departmental budgets and capital requests.
• Drive employee performance, development, and succession planning.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and high employee morale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical/Mechanical) or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 8 years of industrial plant operations management experience.
• Mining industry experience preferred
• Proven leadership skills in empowering teams, promoting trust, teamwork, and open communication.
• LEAN Continuous Improvement knowledge

Job Description

Plant Manager

Full-Time

Prince George, BC

Reference Number: NWT-BC-PG-173-171024

SUMMARY

The Plant Manager plays a crucial role in overseeing the treating plant's operations. Reporting to the General Manager, this position includes coordinating daily plant activities and scheduling production to achieve corporate objectives, achieve environmental standards, and ensure compliance to quality control measures. The primary goal is to produce high-quality treated lumber products while ensuring a safe working environment for all employees.

This is a hands-on position requiring a leader who will roll up their sleeves and lead by example. Approximately 25 staff report to this position. The position requires a team builder who will spend 80% of their time on the plant floor and 20% of their time performing administrative responsibilities.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

PLANT OPERATIONS

• Oversee daily production activities, set production goals, and identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, and equipment reliability.
• Lead daily safety meetings to promote a culture of safety within the plant and maintain a clean and safe working environment for all employees.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained to meet quality, productivity, and reliability standards and minimize downtime.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts, providing technical expertise to identify problems and implement effective solutions; manage and prioritize projects in a cost-effective manner.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations related to plant operations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to coordinate inventories, production schedules, and shipping.
• Actively participate in weekly production meetings to discuss goals and performance.
• Adhere to all workplace safety rules and regulations.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

• Oversee human resources functions, including health and safety, recruitment, terminations, performance management, attendance management, and training for approximately 25 unionized plant employees and three administrative staff.
• Cultivate a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and collaboration.
• Coordinate job-specific and safety training for employees to enhance skills and compliance.
• Address employee concerns and issues fairly and consistently to maintain trust and morale.
• Foster a well-trained, motivated workforce through effective coaching and development initiatives.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience in lumber manufacturing is considered an asset.
• Proven ability to train and direct staff, motivating and developing team members while setting and monitoring performance standards.
• Strong coaching and team-building skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities with a knack for managing competing priorities effectively.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with both internal and external parties.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and ERP systems.

Other Requirements

• Minimum five or more years’ skilled maintenance experience is an asset
• Able to perform physical aspects of duties such as bending, lifting, and reaching during course of shift.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds or 23 kilograms.
• Demonstrated good written and oral communication skills.
• Must have steel-toed boots.

EDUCATION

• Red Seal Millwright endorsement is preferred
• Will consider candidates without Red Seal if you have significant welding experience in a manufacturing or production environment

Benefits

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Base salary
• Group pension plan
• Health benefits

Employment Status - Permanent Full-Time

Hours of Work

• Monday to Friday
• May be required to work early or late hours, or evenings, statutory holidays, or weekends as necessary.

Work Location - 10553 Willow Cale Forest Rd, Prince George, BC V2N 4T6 - Must have own reliable transportation.

Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

Plant Manager

Full-Time

Combermere, ON

Reference Number: PWP-ON-COM-190-261124

SUMMARY

Reporting to the General Manager, the Plant Manager is responsible for all aspects of the treating plant and mill operation, enforcing company policies, coordinating all aspects of production, staffing, scheduling, and ensuring that all corporate objectives and environmental standards are met. The main objective of this position is maintian a safe work environment while producing high-quality treated lumber products and manufacturing raw materials in a cost effective manner.

This is a hands-on position requiring a leader who will roll up his/her sleeves and manage by example. The position requires a team builder who will spend 50% of his/her time in the plant operation and 50% of his/her time performing administrative responsibilities.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

PLANT OPERATIONS

• Direct and coordinate plant operations within company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for operations environmental compliance.
• Responsible for human resources functions such as health and safety, recruitment, terminations, performance management, attendance management, and training.
• Responsible for achieving plant production targets.
• Confer with internal customers to ensure coordination of inventories, production, and shipping.
• Responsible for product quality control for the plant.
• Oversee inventory management processes, including procurement, planning, vendor coordination, and stock level optimization.
• Oversee daily production activities and facilitate work flow.
• Chair monthly safety meetings.
• Actively involved in weekly production meetings.
• Maintain a clean and safe plant.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

• Along with Production Supervisors, manage approximately 45 unionized plant employees and three administration staff.
• Responsible for human resources functions such as health and safety, recruitment, terminations, performance management, attendance management, and training.
• Create and maintain a positive work environment and a team atmosphere.
• Coordinate job training and safety training for applicable employees.
• Apply the required discipline to bring performance or behaviours to expected levels.
• Address employee issues in a fair and consistent manner.
• Foster a well-trained and motivated staff

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Minimum 5 to 8 years’ experience in a management or supervisory capacity in a manufacturing environment or similar industry
• Managing unionized employees is an asset
• Lumber manufacturing experience is a requirement
• Effective coaching and team-building skills
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and priority setting skills
• Ability to clearly communicate with internal and external parties in a professional manner
• Proven experience providing training and direction to staff, motivating and developing staff, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
• Use of knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service
• Competent computer skills with demonstrated proficiency with Word, Excel, and ERP systems

EDUCATION

• High school graduation is a minimum requirement
• Post secondary education in Business is an asset

Benefits

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Base salary
• Health benefits

Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Note: Hours may change due to operational requirements.

Work Location:

• 2916 Rockingham Road, Combermere, ON K0J 1L0

Note: Must have own transportation

Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

Plant Manager

Parrish & Heimbecker Join our team that shares your Passion & Heart for Canadian agriculture! Parrish & Heimbecker, Limited (P&H) has an opportunity for a motivated, forward-thinking, and dedicated individual as a Plant Manager for our New-Life Mills division based in Denfield, ON.P&H New Life MillsNew-Life Mills is a Canadian-owned manufacturer of livestock nutrition since 1964. With five production facilities and a dedicated team of experts in species management, nutrition and production, our commitment to the best possible inputs, feed, and services for; broiler chickens, eggs, turkey, beef, dairy, and swine, is the driving force behind our success.

Company-owned farms facilitate responsible nutrition and species management research, and a strict quality assurance/ quality control program supports our FeedAssure certification. We believe that what we put into the feed helps livestock get more out of the feed – proven nutrition for a more profitable performing animal.BenefitsParrish & Heimbecker Ltd has a people-first approach therefore, we offer many perks to our hard-working staff! Some of our benefits include:

• Learning and Development Programs
• Dental, Vision, and Extended Health Care
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Matching
• Wellness Program
• Company Events

• Establish the overall vision and direction for the implementation of plant administration and monitor departmental performance against goals to ensure progress is being made and that corrective action is taken if necessary.
• Working with the broader leadership team, enhance and develop policies, procedures and service systems to meet the goals of the division and facility.
• Meet regularly with operations leadership team/production staff/sales force to address concerns, provide feedback and gather information.
• Manage recruitment, hiring, orienting, scheduling and performance management of facility employees.
• Implement and maintain Feed Assure accreditation and Quality Assurance program while working with the QA/QC Coordinator and the Nutrition Technical Integration team.
• Ensure the facility will meet and exceed requirements for Health & Safety, Feeds Act, Ministry of Transportation requirements and other regulatory obligations
• Provide input into the preparation of operating and capital budgets for mill site, review and use the monthly profit and loss statements to ensure expense control and proactively plan production goals.
• Maintaining a safe workplace for all employees, supporting the development and maintenance of a safety conscious culture; ensuring H&S meetings and H&S training occur monthly.
• Work with the maintenance personnel to determine and prioritize necessary repair items.
• Monitor ingredient usage patterns, record from approved suppliers to meet quality, pricing and production requirements, set up weekly logistics schedules for incoming ingredients.

• Post-secondary education in agriculture, industrial technology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong background in agriculture, with knowledge of feed, nutrition, and good manufacturing practices (GMP).
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in the agriculture, feed, or food manufacturing industry, demonstrating proven leadership capabilities.
• Effective leadership skills with a strong focus on plant operations and business processes.
• High attention to detail and strong accuracy in execution.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including diplomacy, negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management.

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Plant Manager

Our client is a busy, growing organization in the CPG processing industry, looking for a Plant Manager from the beverage and/or food production space.
The Plant Manager leads all plant functions including production, maintenance, quality control, warehousing/distribution, and personnel management.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure timely and efficient production.
• Implement and monitor production schedules and adjust as needed to meet customer demand and minimize downtime.
• Ensure optimal utilization of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain strict adherence to product quality standards, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP, and food safety regulations.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance teams to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a cross-functional team including production supervisors, operators, maintenance, and warehouse staff.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture throughout the plant.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or related field
• Minimum of 8-10 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 5 years in a plant or production management role.
• Prior experience in beverage manufacturing (e.g., soft drinks, juices, dairy, or alcoholic beverages) is strongly preferred.
• Proven leadership and team-building skills.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Job Description

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We're on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you'll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that's what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let's tackle the climb together.

You can learn more about us at

Position Summary/Objective:

This position leads all manufacturing and day to day activity at our Private Label Facility and ensures outstanding performance and employee experience levels are achieved.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate and uphold Riverside's Core Values
• Enforce Riverside's Food Safety and Health and Safety policies and procedures

• Deliver WOW daily through:
• Relentless improvement of the current state
• A positive employee experience
• Organization, housekeeping, and cleanliness

• Achieve 100% On Time In Full performance for all production lines in the facility

• Demonstrate OWNERSHIP and improve OEE with a sense of urgency using LEAN and Continuous Improvement tools as necessary in a collaborative manner

• Urgently address customer complaints with effective corrective and preventative actions to achieve a CCPMU rate less than 2
• Ensure correct utilization and integrity of SAP and Redzone systems
• Create and execute an annual facility plan and budget aligned with corporate manufacturing strategy and objectives
• Be a role model for data driven decision making at the facility
• Conduct resource and capacity planning in a proactive manner
• Lead and coach supervisors while promoting internal development and growth across all roles
• Provide clear expectations and feedback for all direct reports
• Contribute to forecasting, planning, and scheduling activities
• Add value through expertise and participation in new product launch, product extension, or line upgrade activities
• Achieve productive and RESPECTFUL relationships within 100% of the organization
• Assist other Riverside leaders, TEAMS , and employees in accomplishing corporate objectives, shows a One Riverside, One TEAM mindset daily
• Keeps the work atmosphere FUN by keeping it light and welcoming
• Other duties as required

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to the Director of Manufacturing
• Production Supervisors and Production Manager report to this role

• Prep Operator, Processing Operator, Packaging Operator, and Team Leads report to Production Supervisors

Key Performance Indicators

• Health and Safety TRIR
• Kg/DLH
• OEE
• OTIF%
• Attainment%
• Schedule Adherence%
• Customer Complaints per Million Units (CCPMU)

Education & Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Science, Engineering, or Business
• 10+ years experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment, food and CPG industries preferred
• 6+ years in management and leadership with proven ability to build and develop high performing TEAMS
• SAP exposure and expertise preferred
• Six Sigma, PMP, Lean certifications are an asset
• PASSION for the field and subject matter
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, self-starter with a high level of initiative and ADAPTABILITY
• Demonstrates HUMILITY throughout the company on a day to day basis

What we expect:

• Values-led: You'll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun. Sometimes, even making granola bars is hard, and life's too short to take ourselves so seriously that we don't enjoy the journey.
• Unparalleled experiences and opportunities : We're still determining who we are and what we can be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we'll offer the world, into the future. This means rolling up your sleeves and sometimes building the process – fast! – while employing it. At Riverside, progress occasionally means proceeding imperfectly, and we're okay with that, as long as we're staying true to our values and learning and improving along the way.
• Access to everyone: We're a flat organization with few silos which means you'll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff. Even when employees dress up, they wear steel-toed shoes. So don't be shy. Speak up, share your ideas and go places you normally wouldn't – like the plant, or the boardroom.
• Personal development : We'll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself. Career paths at Riverside are carved by the people walking on them, not dictated by leaders. Count on us to give you the training and tools to grow and progress.
• Gratitude : As a growing business, we can't always offer formal recognition like awards programs, but we do show our true gratitude and appreciation. At Riverside, we're all in this together and we value you.

What We Offer:

• Values-led: We don't cut corners or step on anyone or anything on our way to our summit. There is no winning at all costs here. Every step you take must align with our values, no compromises.
• Courageous determination: As a family-run, rapidly growing business, we are often challenged to find ways to deliver that aren't obvious or easy. You must be willing to try, ask and answer challenging questions, test and learn, turn over every stone, keep moving forward and help us find a way through. Resourcefulness and grit will be your constant companions at Riverside and will serve you well.
• Humility: We're a small (but growing) fish in a sea of whales and sharks. We know the products we offer are some of the healthiest and most sustainable, but we don't brag about it, and know we have a steep path ahead. We pride ourselves in being respectful and supportive of others while shining brightly through our innovative, high-quality products. There isn't one superstar at Riverside. We take turns leading the way as we climb to the summit.
• Continuous improvement: As a learn-as-we-go organization, we rely on each other to continuously improve everything we touch to make it better, more efficient, more sustainable, and more endearing to customers, consumers, employees, vendors, partners and the community. We own our mistakes and learn from them as we wind our way to the top.

Wait! There's more!

• Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs!
• RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journey
• Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
• Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

How to Apply:

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals.com with the job title you are applying for in the subject line or click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Description

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Title: Plant Manager

Location: CAMUS Hydronics (Mississauga, Ontario)

This individual will be responsible for the management and direction of all the company's operations activities, at their location. The Plant Manager is in constant interaction with the operations of the company, and supervises/leads the operations staff.

Through their leadership and vision, the Plant Manager drives the strategy, the business plan and carries out the necessary actions to ensure the Performance of the location. By adopting best management practices and working with its management team, they continually improve the performance of all operations areas of the business. This individual will be responsible for creating a high-performance work environment that promotes collaboration, employee engagement, customer satisfaction and goal attainment at all levels.

Operational Management Responsibilities

• Ensure the alignment of the company's activities and projects with the strategic organizational orientations.
• Put in place an annual action plan aligned with the objectives of the entire company. See the development of action plans specific to each department under their leadership.
• Supervise the action plans of the departments by ensuring that the actions are put in place; assign different budgets
• Ensure effective control of budgets in accordance with accounting policies.
• In collaboration with the different departments, develop, maintain and ensure compliance with business and operational processes.
• Monitor performance for each department.
• Support other team’s functions in operational and strategic management.
• Regular follow-ups on project progress.
• Analyze the measurement parameters (KPI) of all operations sectors of the location. In collaboration with the leaders of the different functions, target solutions adapted to the needs of the company.
• Review and optimize business and management processes, including performance indicators (lead-time, quality, productivity, etc.).

Personnel Management Responsibilities

• Engage staff in the company’s core values, mission, vision and strategies of the company; establish links with strategic directions; communicate expectations and results clearly, and acknowledge the contribution of all.
• Hire, direct and supervise the operations management team. Promote the implementation of collaborative practices.
• Plan and analyze labor requirements to achieve strategic objectives. If necessary, reorganize or modify roles and responsibilities. In collaboration with the Human Resources department, manage situations of lay-offs or termination of employment, if applicable.
• Ensure the flow and transmission of relevant information within the location. Promote the participation of staff.
• See the development and development of the staff under this individual’s responsibility. Ensure the development of skills and expertise for all staff.
• Ensure the completion of overall assessments of operations staff performance.
• Foster and ensure a harmonious relationship and work environment within the location. Anticipate potentially conflictual situations and prevent conflicts.
• Any other duties related to the position

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Administration, Finance, Operations Management or a related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in a similar manufacturing/operations role.
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience in managing an operations team.
• Work experience within the capital component manufacturing industry is strongly preferred

Personal Competencies:

• Strong working knowledge of Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and office automation tools is required
• ERP systems experience (IFS preferred) required

Ideal Skillset

Leadership and Coaching:

Inspires, guides, leads and mobilizes the operations management team and all staff by conveying their vision. Set clear and realistic strategic objectives and monitor progress to ensure the optimal results are achieved. Involve others in setting goals or ways to achieve them. Testify to the recognition of others and give meaning to their actions. Make sure you meet your commitments to gain trust. Promote knowledge sharing among team members, and ensure cohesion of the management team and all staff. Ensure the development of skills and abilities within the operations organization. Encourage initiatives and provide a work environment conducive to teamwork. Consider the talents of each to form a team whose strengths complement each other.

Global and Strategic Vision:

Ability to have a global vision of the industry in which the company is located. Ability to understand all the factors that influence the achievement of the mission and operations of the organization. Understand the company as a whole to ensure it’s strategic. Anticipate changes and news that could have an impact. Take the necessary means to achieve the objectives, mission, and vision of the company. Optimize processes to improve organizational efficiency.

Orientation towards Results:

Orienting actions according to the objectives and the desired results. Act for the benefit of the organization. Ability to exercise a strategic and operational role, being action-oriented. Have a good business sense.

Autonomy and Initiative :

Ability to work with a minimum of supervision and guidelines. Be autonomous, resourceful. Seize the opportunities that arise for the organization, while adhering to company policies, procedures and guidelines.

Decision-Making:

Ability to identify all aspects of a situation. Ability to use all available information to understand a situation in all its angles and anticipate medium and long-term impacts. Be courageous and take your choices despite obstacles. Act sensibly and thoughtfully on every occasion.

Persuasion:

Ability to convince the other party to adhere to their point of view. Be effective in thier remarks, anticipate the fears and resistance of the person and prepare arguments accordingly. Ability to cooperate in order to reach a satisfactory agreement for both parties.

Sense of Responsibility:

Assume decisions and behaviors. Be reliable and deliver on your commitments by being committed to delivering quality work. Take the necessary steps to correct any errors and take responsibility for them. Be mature and act as a role model for the team. Demonstrate perseverance and tenacity.

Adaptation: Be open to change and be flexible. Act as an agent of change in the organization. Actively seek ways to easily adjust to changes. Be effective and use sound judgment despite changes and unforeseen circumstances. Ability to lead despite ambiguity. Ability to assume multiple responsibilities and demonstrate versatility.

Teamwork and Collaboration : Play an active role on the management team. Anticipate the needs of others and help them. Delegate projects that will allow people to assert their strengths. To accompany the directors and offer them the necessary tools for the success of their responsibilities.

Organizational Skills:

Ability to organize work, manage time and set priorities. Ability to manage multiple projects at once. Ability to structure tasks to be as efficient as possible and meet deadlines. Anticipate possible obstacles to the different tasks to be performed and eliminate non-essential and unimportant tasks.

Excellent Communication (oral & written):

Ability to convey information and popularize according to the context and the audience, attracting the interest and enthusiasm of those who are speaking, both orally and 'written. Ability to gather information from a variety of sources and synthesize information.

Human Relations Skills:

Be aware of what is suitable behavior. Demonstrate professionalism, self-control, tact and diplomacy. Protect confidential or sensitive information for the organization.

This description indicates the general nature of the tasks and responsibilities required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of management to assign, direct, and control the specific duties of individuals performing this function. The Company reserves the right to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any section of this document as it deems, in its judgement, to be proper.

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Job Description

About Us: Woodbridge Pallet is a leading manufacturer of new and recycled pallets, serving a wide range of industries with a commitment to quality and efficiency. We are currently seeking a dedicated and hands-on Plant Manager to oversee operations at our Bowmanville location. --- Position Overview: The Plant Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of plant operations, including production, logistics, human resources, health and safety, facility maintenance, and administration. This role is ideal for a motivated and organized individual with strong leadership skills and a passion for continuous improvement and team development. Production & Logistics * Oversee daily production scheduling and ensure on-time, efficient order fulfillment * Be the primary point of contact for production-related challenges and drive volume improvements * Optimize delivery logistics and trailer loading * Lead equipment upgrades and inventory management * Support mulch operations and reduce material waste Facility & Yard Maintenance * Supervise property maintenance and respond to opening/closing and emergency calls * Reconfigure yard/machine layouts for efficiency * Improve housekeeping and support weekend cleanups if needed Human Resources & Employee Management * Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training of new employees * Monitor and support employee performance, provide coaching, and address day-to-day HR issues * Support implementation of a stronger Health & Safety program * Maintain ISO-certified Heat Treatment procedures * Promote a positive workplace culture Administration & Reporting * Serve as the primary HR contact for WSIB, Ministry of Labour, ROE requests, etc. * Input piecework data and review production metrics * Track inventory, support purchasing, and issue POs * Assist in developing policies and procedures Qualifications: * 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or plant management role, preferably in a wood or industrial environment * Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with experience managing diverse teams * Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations and best practices in Ontario * Solid understanding of logistics, scheduling, and production processes * Experience with inventory management, equipment maintenance, and cost control * Comfortable working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment * Proficient with Microsoft Office, email communications, and time tracking systems * Valid G driver’s license and Forklift Operator License is required What We Offer: * Competitive salary and benefits package * Health and dental benefits * Opportunities for career growth within a well-established company * Supportive team environment with strong leadership * Hands-on, engaging work in a dynamic industry