About the Role
The Plant Manager is responsible for driving and managing all manufacturing and order fulfillment activities at the plant facility, ensuring continuous and efficient production in the required quality and quantity. This role involves developing and leading the plant team to achieve key performance indicators for safety, legality, regulatory compliance, environment, quality, customer service, and cost.
Responsibilities
- Strategically manage capacity to meet business demands and broader Sofina operations goals.
- Accountable for product yield, labour efficiency, and overhead expenses.
- Foster a safe working environment through strategies focused on accident reduction and energy/waste minimization.
- Ensure compliance with all OHS and environmental regulatory and corporate standards.
- Investigate and identify root causes of non-compliance and manage the development of preventative measures.
- Oversee effective application of QA programs and processes to ensure required product quality.
- Ensure programs and processes are current, functional, and comply with company standards and government regulations.
- Continually develop the capability and skill set of the organization to achieve business results.
- Manage performance and development plans, providing consistent feedback through performance discussions.
- Foster an environment that supports key company values and beliefs.
- Ensure effective communication throughout the organization.
- Foster a harmonious labour relations environment by promoting team spirit and building positive relationships with Stewards and Union representatives.
- Manage significant union issues where applicable.
- Oversee effective deployment of human resources throughout the plant.
- Ensure correct administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Requirements
- Related Post Secondary Degree.
- Minimum of 7 years of plant or technical management experience, preferably within the Food Processing industry.
- Demonstrated people management and development capability.
- Proven success in leading and inspiring teams to excel.
- Experience with continuous improvement principles and programs, including engagement in and implementation of these initiatives.
- Well-developed communication skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Critical thinker with the ability to apply practices, develop and initiate action plans to meet deadlines and achieve results while respecting core corporate values.
- Strong business acumen coupled with the ability to translate business strategy into practical application.
- Collaborative leadership qualities with the ability to solicit advice from their team.
- Ability to take charge, show initiative, and make sound business decisions.
- Ability to manage a 24/7 operation.
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Communication
- Influencing
- Critical Thinking
- Business Acumen
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Decision Making
Location
- 401 Canarctic Drive, North York
Work Type
- Full-time
- On-site
Experience Level
- 7 years plant or technical management experience
Education Level
- Related Post Secondary Degree
Salary/Compensations
- CAD $95,800 to $145,800
- Bonus up to 16.5% of base salary
About the Company
- Sofina Foods Inc. is a privately held, Canadian-based leader in food manufacturing, headquartered in Markham, Ontario.
- Founded in 1995, the company has grown into a global enterprise with over 18,000 employees across Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany, and France.
- Sofina produces a diverse portfolio of pork, beef, turkey, chicken, and seafood products under well-known brands including Lilydale®, Mastro®, San Daniele®, Janes®, Exceldor®, Butterball®, Saha®, Grannys®, Cuddy®, and Fletcher's®.
- Guided by Core Values of Integrity, Respect, and Accountability, Sofina's vision is to be the most successful food company in the world.
- The company pursues that vision through four Guiding Principles: Entrepreneurial Spirit, Family Values in Business, a Disciplined Approach, and Social Responsibility.
- At Sofina, people are called Builders, reflecting a shared belief that every role contributes to moving the company forward.
- Being a Builder means taking ownership, acting with integrity, and believing there is always a better way.
- Through the Sofina Foundation, employees and partners support programs that champion children and strengthen communities.
Equal Opportunity
- Sofina Foods Inc. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’).
- Applicants are asked to make their needs/requirements, for the purpose of accommodation under AODA, known to Human Resources when they are contacted for an interview.
