Plant Manager

SUMMARY ROLE The Plant Manager must ensure that all operations are performing to standard and will be directly responsible for: Health and Safety, employee relations, operating budget, raw material supply, manufacturing performance, maintenance, quality, shipping, and inventory management. They communicate the company goals and ensures the implementation of the means to achieve them. They actively take part in the development of their plant by evaluating and recommending investment projects. The successful candidate will be highly versatile and capable of multitasking, while being hands on due to the nature of running a smaller plant. TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Plan and monitor the strategy, operational plan, monthly objectives and the financial goals of the plant and ensure that the actions taken, and the results of all departments meet the required targets; Ensure compliance and enforcement of occupational health and safety standards; Assume full responsibility for site operations; Ensure management and analysis of performance indicators; Plan and manage the production budget; Outline continuous improvement programs and develop the culture of continuous improvement in their plant; Coordinate and support the health and safety, production, maintenance, quality, shipping, supply, and environment/energy to achieve the overall objectives of the plant; Plan human resources needs in terms of recruitment and skills development; Mobilize the teams and ensure their synergy in order to achieve the objectives of the plant; Actively participate in several committees such as the Health and Safety Committee; Coordinate efforts between the plant and the external departments such as R&D, marketing, technical department, project team, logistics and sales management; With the Director of Operations and the Supply Chain and Sales teams, analyze and understand market trends, competition and the microeconomic and macroeconomic environment and determine the strategy accordingly; Develop and maintain close collaboration with other plants to have better synergy and collaboration; Perform any other related tasks at the request of his immediate superior. REQUIRED QUALITIES Academic training Bachelor of Engineering (or equivalent) with a minimum of 6 years relevant in an automated industrial environment; University education in business administration, engineering or another relevant field. Knowledge 5 to 10 years of experience in production or plant management; Bilingualism is an asset (French and English). Skills and attitudes Integrity and respect; Commitment and professionalism; Demonstrate emotional intelligence and empathy; Demonstrate unifying and innovative leadership; Solid skills in managing work relations; Ability to work under pressure and in a team; Must have an excellent ability to communicate both in writing and orally; Initiatives a sense of ownership and responsibility; Understanding and communication of SOPREMA’s values. WORKING CONDITIONS 40h per week; This position will require some travel to meet on a scheduled basis with other Plant Managers. The Plant Manager can expect occasional dinner meetings or other commitments after office hours. SUBORDINATES Production Leads Production Staff Quality/H&S Admin Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Benefits: Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care Work Location: In person

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