Job Description

Fast growing food manufacturing plant is currently hiring a Director of Operations.

If you are an enthusiastic, hard working individual with experience in food plant management, are a jack of all trades and looking for a new and exciting opportunity, please send us your resume!

The Director of operations is responsible for all operations within the facility and staff in order to produce quality foods in an efficient, safe and cost-effective manner.

GENERAL DUTIES

Provide leadership, direction, guidance and support to team members and supervisors.

Lead the production team to ensure the achievement of objectives & quotas, implement manufacturing procedures and maximize efficiencies. Perform Analysis on Direct Product Cost Variances, including yield and labor Work with the scheduling team and plant supervisors to execute the schedule on time Communicate the vision of the plant and company; create strategies and actions to achieve that vision. Assist executive team in building a high performing manufacturing organization and attract, develop and retain the best talent. Take initiative and exercise timely and good judgment in day to day decisions Introduce KPIs and analytics to measure performance, actively using results to redirect ressources as required Actively partner with strategic suppliers to ensure collaboration and build strong relationships Provide positive, motivating and efficient communication with all team members by communicating job expectations; Multi-task and organize production, be able to change and adapt quickly if issues arise, make decisions quickly and efficiently. Create and foster a safe working environment through the development of strategies focused on accident reduction, waste minimization, ensure HACCP and GMP are followed and monitores. Build and manage SOPs

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum 5 years of food plant management, with experience in the meat industry. Bachelors degree in operations management, engineering or other food related/ operational field required, MBA is an asset. Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and communication skills, coach employees to take decisions and improve, engage employees and promote the company's culture. Prior hands on experience is important, an active " floor presence" mentality is expected. Critical thinker, to quickly and properly troubleshoot issues as needed. Ability to properly prioritize tasks, multi task and stay composed under pressure Collaborative & entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to lead change and drive sustainable results is important. Experience with ERP software, especially SAP B1 is an asset The right candidate must be result oriented, self-motivated, detail-orientated, comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and have good time management & organizational skills Good computer skills - Microsoft Word, Excel Flexible schedule since the plant operates 5-7 days a week
Bold Canine Inc is committed to accommodating people with disabilities in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. If you have special requirements, please advise us during the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Discounted or free food Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Store discount Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Erin, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (required)
Experience:

food plant management: 3 years (required)
Location:

Erin, ON (preferred)
Work Location: In person