KIT Recruitment is partnering with a Saskatchewan-based processing organization seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the efficient and safe operation of its processing facilities.

 This senior-level role focuses on leading plant operations, supervising cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, managing budgets, and driving operational improvements.

Operations Manager – Key Details

·        Competitive Salary

·        3 weeks vacation

·        Monday thru Friday onsite

Operations Manager – Responsibilities

•           Oversee the safe and efficient operation of processing facilities, including cleaning, sizing, splitting, loading/unloading, and maintenance activities, while ensuring food safety and product quality systems are properly implemented

•           Manage cleaning and splitting operations, including equipment performance, grain specifications and receiving standards, and staff assessment, training, and development

•           Identify operational issues and implement solutions to maintain and improve plant efficiency and productivity

•           Improve and enhance machinery and operational processes to support performance and output

•           Lead and supervise processing staff and contractors, ensuring adherence to safety standards, applicable legislation, and company policies

•           Foster a high-performing culture that promotes innovation, teamwork, resource efficiency, and continuous improvement

•           Develop and implement effective training and mentoring programs aligned with company directives

•           Support budget preparation and ongoing cost management of the processing department while ensuring production is delivered within budget

•           Contribute to operating profit and cash flow objectives

•           Monitor plant performance through reporting systems and recommend, plan, and implement plant and equipment optimization strategies

•           Collaborate with management to analyze performance, set objectives, and align operational strategies with company policies

Operations Manager – Qualifications