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KIT Recruitment is partnering with an innovative agri-food company that recently launched its Food Ingredients Division. They’re looking for an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations across multiple facilities and help bring this new division to life.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on leader with a strong background in operations, team development, and process improvement—especially someone eager to step into the grain and food ingredients space.

You’ll oversee production, storage, and distribution while driving efficiency, ensuring safety and quality, and building a high-performing team. Your leadership will play a key role in shaping the division’s long-term success.

Plant Manager – Role Details:

·         Competitive base salary
·         Comprehensive health and dental benefits (starting after 90 days)
·         3 weeks of paid vacation
·         Monday–Friday schedule, with overtime as needed
·         RRSP matching program (eligible after 6 months)

 

Plant Manager – Responsibilities:

·         Managing daily operations – including production, storage, and distribution of food ingredient products
·         Collaborating with logistics to ensure smooth, efficient movement of goods
·         Leading and mentoring staff, driving a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
·         Ensuring compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
·         Overseeing maintenance programs to minimize downtime and ensure reliability of all equipment
·         Partnering with QA teams to uphold industry standards and implement robust quality control measures
·         Fostering external relationships with farmers, suppliers, and customers to support smooth operations and service excellence
·         Maintaining accurate records and reports to keep senior leadership informed

 

Plant Manager – Qualifications

·         A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline
·         7+ years of experience in plant or operations management, including team leadership and process optimization
·         5+ years in food manufacturing, ideally in a regulated environment
·         Familiarity with safety and quality systems in production settings
·         Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities
·         Proven experience managing teams and driving improvements
·         Comfortable with reporting tools and plant management software
·         Certifications like 433A, 442A, or 309A are considered an asset
·         A growth mindset and willingness to learn the grain/ingredient space

 

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