Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Plant Manager to oversee our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for leading and managing all operations within the poultry processing facility specializing in deboning, portion cutting, and freezing of marinated chicken products. This role oversees production, scheduling, staffing, quality, food safety, and compliance to meet operational goals. The successful candidate will drive efficiencies, ensure product consistency, and maintain a strong safety culture.

Duties

Direct and oversee daily plant operations, including deboning, portion cutting, freezing, and packaging of marinated poultry products. Develop and manage daily and weekly production schedules to meet customer orders, maximize throughput, and optimize labor and equipment usage. Coordinate with Supply Chain, Sales, and Procurement teams to ensure raw material availability and schedule alignment. Adjust schedules in response to changes in demand, equipment downtime, absenteeism, or other operational variables. Ensure all products meet company and customer specifications for quality, yield, and weight compliance. Monitor and improve plant performance metrics (KPIs), including throughput, yield, labor cost, downtime, and waste. Lead, coach, and hold department supervisors and team leads accountable to schedules and performance expectations. Partners with Maintenance, QA, and HR to ensure planned maintenance, sanitation, and staffing are incorporated into the production schedule. Implement and sustain Lean manufacturing principles and best practices. Manage labor and staffing schedules in alignment with production needs while controlling overtime. Collaborate with HR on shift coverage, cross-training, and workforce planning. Lead plant audits, inspections, and customer visits as needed. Creates and keeps accurate and up-to-date production, employee and inventory records. Recognizes and takes steps to resolve operating problems to minimize their impact on the operation. Develops and implement production schedules to obtain effective and efficient use of raw materials. Coordinates interdepartmental raw and finished material needs. Ensuring each member of the team follows the company's policies and procedures Maintain a working environment in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Obtains the highest quality product within the specifications at the lowest possible cost, consistent with GMP's and HACCP principals. Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe plant Ensure HACCP and GMP's are maintained, implemented and enforce Maintain strict compliance with CFIA, and company food safety and sanitation standards. Provide leadership and positive motivation for direct reports and employees. Supervises, evaluates, reviews and develops employees. Fosters a well-trained and motivated staff Responsible for succession planning and employee development within the operations area Provide the necessary tools to supervisors to achieve consistently improving results. Other duties may be assigned from time to time Participates in continuous improvement initiatives. Weekend work or overtime maybe scheduled and coverage for the department is essential

Skill Requirements

High level of interpersonal skills, the ability to work collaboratively, build teams and work within/lead cross functional teams 5 years minimum experience in a similar role. Meat industry experience is preferred but not required Must be assertive and have strong organizational skills Strong communication (both verbal and written) Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) Strong understanding of poultry deboning and portioning operations is an asset In-depth knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, CFIA regulations, and food safety protocols is an asset
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $75,000.00-$125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Store discount
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-10-14