Manager, Digital Manufacturing Applications

Manager, Digital Manufacturing Applications Join McCain Foods as the Manager of Digital Manufacturing Applications to lead a multidisciplinary team of product owners and support personnel. You will define the long‑term strategy and day‑to‑day operations of a broad portfolio of 20+ manufacturing software applications, including HMI, data historians, packaging intelligence, SPC/MPC, reliability, and EHS systems. Position Title: Manager, Digital Manufacturing ApplicationsPosition Type: Regular – Full TimeRequisition ID: 39492Location: Toronto, Ontario, CanadaJob Family: Information TechnologyCompany: McCain Foods (Canada)Seniority level: DirectorEmployment type: Full‑timeJob function: Marketing and SalesIndustries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing Responsibilities Strategic Direction: Develop and execute the long‑term strategy for the digital manufacturing applications portfolio, aligning closely with business and operations objectives. Continuously assess industry trends and technological advancements to inform application enhancements and holistic portfolio optimization. Partner with global key users and stakeholders to assess, consolidate, or decommission redundant applications, ensuring cost‑effective, scalable, and aligned solutions. Oversee contract renewals and lead negotiations with software vendors and service providers, ensuring optimal terms, cost efficiencies, and alignment with the organization’s requirements. Program Execution: Define program objectives, scope, and success criteria; manage detailed project schedules and budgets across all digital manufacturing application initiatives. Lead cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals, proactively addressing risks, issues, and change management throughout the project lifecycle. Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and conduct post‑implementation reviews to drive continuous improvement and capture lessons learned. Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and inspire a team of product owners and support personnel, establishing clear goals, KPIs, and development plans. Foster a high‑performance team culture focused on strategic thinking, innovation, and operational excellence. Application Management & Support: Oversee lifecycle management of software applications, ensuring high system availability, robust cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance. Set and manage tactical priorities for deployment, upgrades, integration, and retirement of digital manufacturing systems. Drive best practices in incident/problem management and continuous improvement, leveraging data‑driven insights. Ensure root‑cause analysis and timely resolution of system disruptions, supporting operational efficiency and safety performance objectives. Stakeholder Collaboration: Serve as the key point of contact for cross‑functional partners, translating business needs into technical solutions and supporting change management efforts. Liaise with IT, OT, Quality, Operations, and external vendors to create and maintain strong integrations between manufacturing and other applications. Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline preferred. 10+ years’ experience in manufacturing IT/OT systems, with team leader responsibility preferred. Demonstrated experience in strategy setting and hands‑on support for applications such as HMI/SCADA, data historians, packaging intelligence, SPC/MPC, reliability, and EHS systems. Proven ability to define program objectives and manage end‑to‑end execution – covering project scope, schedules, and budgets – for digital manufacturing initiatives. Experience leading cross‑functional teams, proactively managing project risks, and driving change management in complex environments. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including providing regular project status updates and post‑implementation reviews. Strong understanding of cybersecurity, systems integration, and regulatory requirements in manufacturing environments. Compensation and Benefits Compensation Package: $102,700.00 – $137,000.00 CAD annually + Bonus Eligibility Benefits: Health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well‑being programs include vacation and holidays, company‑supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverage varies by location and role; additional detail available during the application process. Equal Opportunity Employer McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Accessible Employer McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. Privacy Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree that this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here. #J-18808-Ljbffr