KIT Recruitment is partnering with a Manitoba processing organization seeking a Plant 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.

Plant Operations Manager – Key Details

• Competitive Salary
• 3 weeks vacation
• Monday thru Friday onsite

Plant 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

Plant Operations Manager – Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• Minimum ten (10) years of management experience in a processing facility
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma
• Budget management experience
• Self-motivated and results-oriented with a high degree of initiative
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Familiarity with safety regulations and best practices
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in relevant software for maintenance planning and documentation