Plant Director

4 weeks ago


Canada, CA People First HR Services Full time

Simplot Canada stands as one of the most prominent privately held food and agribusiness companies. This true farm-to-table company engages in various operations including seed production, farming, ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, product development, and distribution. With core values of “Passion for People, Spirit of Innovation and Respect for Resources”, Simplot is dedicated to enhancing food security and advancing agricultural sustainability across the globe.


Simplot is seeking a Plant Director for their Portage La Prairie location, the largest potato facility in Canada, recently expanded and modernized. The Plant Director is responsible for leading and controlling all facility functions to ensure compliance with Simplot's standards and objectives and has accountability for the performance of the entire operation.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee production and quality assurance to ensure food safety and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage plant policies, procedures, and union contracts, ensuring fair and consistent application.
  • Direct the loss control program to minimize accidents and losses.
  • Structure the plant organization effectively, select key personnel, and develop a competent, motivated team for both short and long-term goals.
  • Negotiate labor contracts and engage in labor relations to maintain a productive workforce.
  • Achieve required operational targets including volume, cost, and quality as per divisional management.
  • Oversee plant accounting and cost control to ensure budget adherence.
  • Participate in raw product contract negotiations and field activities for optimal raw product procurement.


Qualifications and Experience:

  • Extensive experience in food manufacturing, with a strong understanding of food processing and safety.
  • Experience with large scale operations and capital projects, as evidenced by previous work in facilities of comparable size and complexity.
  • Strong leadership skills with a "boots on the floor" approach to engage with various departments.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor and lead an experienced, established team.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and the overarching mission of contributing to global food supply.
  • Willingness to relocate to Portage La Prairie (or commute if already located in surrounding areas).


About Simplot Canada/J.R. Simplot

Simplot is a privately held company, based in Boise, Idaho. It has evolved into an international entity in the food and agriculture sector, employing over 13,000 people globally. The company is a leader in plant nutrition and food processing, actively engages in research to enhance animal feeding practices and ecosystem sustainability and collaborates with farmers and various partners worldwide to support the growing needs of the global population.


Simplot's integrated operations span farming, ranching, cattle production, food processing, branded food products, phosphate mining, and fertilizer manufacturing. With significant facilities in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, Argentina, and China, Simplot delivers a wide range of products and services internationally.


Simplot began operations in Portage La Prairie in 2003, solidifying their footprint in Canada and the Midwest and allowing them to diversify distribution channels to eastern North America and beyond.


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