Plant Manager

at  Wonderbrands

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing leadership role, preferably at the plant management level.
• Must be a demonstrated leader who easily interacts with others and is adept at leading and motivating a team to meet demands established by the schedule
• Must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Flexible to be on call as needed
• Working knowledge of GMP’s, HACCP & O.H.S.A required Strong mathematical and computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Post-secondary education an asset
• Be a model to others. A “hands-on” style and is aggressive in achieving desired results

• Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and teamwork among Teams
• Responsible for leading all manufacturing leaders, and team members, and fostering a Health & Safety environment
• Leads, coaches, mentors and supports leaders in the Bakery
• Ensures production schedules are met
• Oversee reporting of the bakery’s KPIs
• Works collaboratively with the T&D team to ensure compliance on people practices and to address any Team Member related issues
• Follow-ups and manages any issues that happen in the bakery.
• Works closely with home office teams (R&D, Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering and more)
• Is visible throughout the bakery, and co-ordinates the various department schedules, products and manpower to ensure that the production in the bakery runs smoothly
• Works closely with maintenance and sanitation teams to insure BRC standards in the plant
• Provides orientation and training as required to ensure an effective and efficient work force
• Ensures that a safe working environment is maintained at all times by enforcing Company Standards and following up on regular inspections.