Plant Manager V

7 months ago

North Vancouver, Canada Chemtrade Full time

**Job Description**:
**Position**: Plant Manager

**Primary Location**: North Vancouver, BC

**Reports to**:VP, Manufacturing - Electrochem

Chemtrade is committed to delivering innovative solutions that address the complex challenges faced by our customers. As a responsible corporate citizen, we prioritize safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship in all aspects of our operations. Our talented and diverse workforce is at the heart of our success, as we recognize that their knowledge, skills, and dedication drive our ability to deliver exceptional products and services. At Chemtrade, we believe in creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create a fulfilling work experience for all.

**About this Role and About You**

The plant manager ensures the safe operation of the facility, ensures environmental compliance, is accountable for achievement of plant performance objectives and product quality, and monitors plant expenditures and budget. The incumbent will oversee some activities (i.e. manufacturing, maintenance) with his direct reports and will manage/direct others (i.e. quality, EHS, engineers) in coordination with the site Quality Manager, EHS supervisor and Engineering group representative. He/she will also ensure the satisfaction of customers by delivering product on time (working directly or indirectly with Logistics and Customer Service department). The incumbent is also responsible for managing the site CAPEX program. This is the top management position at the facility.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor of Science Degree. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- 7-10 years’ experience in a related management position preferred.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in chemical plant operations an asset
- Demonstrated excellent leadership skills.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Strong technical skills and a strategic mindset.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Community and Indigenous people relations are an asset.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to act independently and on own initiative.
- Advanced proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc)
- 5 - 10% travel required. Primary travel within region to assist with vacation/sickness coverage. Travel for attendance in Manufacturing Department functions as required.

**Responsibilities**:

- Actively manage the site’s day to day activities in the production of safe, quality products.
- Provides motivation, guidance and direction in all plant activities.
- Approves spending and other actions
- Assures product quality meets customers’ requirements
- Assures product deliveries meets customers’ requirements
- Assists at other plant locations where possible
- Provides technical support for customers as required
- Ensures proper staffing of the plant.
- Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the site operations.
- Focus on Continuous Improvement activities/projects to support value-addition and cost reductions.
- Interface with Chemtrade and other personnel regarding safety, EHS audits and addressing EHS issues.
- Responsible for the overall safety performance at the site/plant.
- Perform routine daily plant walks to monitor activities and safety issues.
- Periodically audit work being performed to ensure that all Chemtrade policies, standards and procedures are being followed.
- Serve as the management representative for the site’s Responsible Care program.
- Ensure timely reporting, investigation, and corrective action for EHS incidents.
- Ensure timely closure of IMS action items.
- Assure site compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements
- Assist in the preparation of site specific safety and maintenance procedures.
- Interface with customers, regulators, and Chemtrade personnel on quality audits, and on addressing quality issues.
- Serve as the management representative for the site’s ISO program.
- Represent the site in customer audits.
- Assist in or provide resources for quality investigations.
- Assist in or provide resources for corrective actions.
- Assist plant in maintaining requisite ISO records
- Assure site compliance with ISO and NSF requirements
- Assist in the preparation of site specific quality procedures
- Report and communicate site performance. Prepare Plans 10%
- Prepare periodic reports on production, spending, reliability, EHS, Capex, etc.
- Prepare and present same at periodic meetings.
- Prepare weekly performance reports
- Prepare annual production plans.
- Prepare maintenance PM and outage plans.
- Prepare capital and period cost spending plans
- Interface with sales and marketing to ensure site goals are aligned with the business goals.
- Participate in periodic planning meetings.
- Review production orders an

  • Flower Shop Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada V&J Plant Shop Full time

    V&J Plant Shop has been a staple at the Granville Island Public Market for nearly 45 years. Our family run business is looking for a Store Assistant who will share our commitment to exceptional customer service and floral expertise. Previous flower shop experience is a serious asset. - have a minimum 3 years retail or restaurant experience - be comfortable...

  • Assistant Florist

    6 days ago

    Vancouver, Canada V&J Plant Shop Full time

    We are V&J Plant Shop, a busy flower shop located in the Granville Island Public Market. Established 42 years ago, we are a family owned and operated and looking to add an experienced Florist to our team! Applicants should: - Be comfortable working in a fast paced environment. We are a high volume workplace and applicants must be comfortable designing...

  • Assistant Plant Manager

    4 days ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Lafarge Canada Inc Full time

    Why work for Lafarge?: As the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, we’re committed to shaping a **greener**, **smarter** and **healthier** world. At Lafarge Canada Inc., **safety** comes first, **collaboration** matters and **diversity** is celebrated with people who share our desire to continually **make our materials...

  • Plant Manager

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada GCP Full time

    **Plant Manager** **Main purposes of this position**: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Plant Manager will be responsible for the personnel, equipment and operations of the Vancouver location. The Plant Manager will also carry out duties in the areas of production, inventory, management and safety. **Interfaces and Responsibilities**: This position...

  • Plant Manager, Ready-mix

    7 months ago

    North Vancouver, Canada Lafarge Canada Inc Full time

    Why work for Lafarge?: As the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, we’re committed to shaping a **greener**, **smarter** and **healthier** world. At Lafarge Canada Inc., **safety** comes first, **collaboration** matters and **diversity** is celebrated with people who share our desire to continually **make our materials...

  • Supervisor Asphalt Plant

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada The City of Vancouver Full time

    **Requisition ID**:40657 **Organization** Located on the traditional, ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples, Vancouver has a commitment to becoming a City of Reconciliation. Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the world’s most liveable cities and is...

  • Plant Manager

    7 months ago

    North York, Canada Atkore Full time

    **Plant Manager** **Who we are**: Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical,...

  • Plant Manager

    7 months ago

    North York, Canada Atkore International Full time

    **Plant Manager Roll Forming Factory** **Toronto, Ontario, Canada** **Who we are**: Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together - a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution...

  • Plant Manager

    4 days ago

    North Battleford, Canada ETG Commodities Inc. Full time

    At ETG we take great pride in all our employees and want everyone in production and management to provide to contribute to a safe working environment. We stress that producing safe, quality and legal products is fundamental in the success of ETG and we work hard to foster a food safety culture among our employees._ - Provide leadership and supervise...

  • Plant Manager

    2 weeks ago

    North Battleford, Canada ETG Commodities Inc. Full time

    _At ETG we take great pride in all our employees and want everyone in production and management to provide to contribute to a safe working environment. We stress that producing safe, quality and legal products is fundamental in the success of ETG and we work hard to foster a food safety culture among our employees._ - Provide leadership and supervise...

  • Plant Manager

    3 weeks ago

    North Battleford, Canada ETG Commodities Inc. Full time

    _At ETG we take great pride in all our employees and want everyone in production and management to provide to contribute to a safe working environment. We stress that producing safe, quality and legal products is fundamental in the success of ETG and we work hard to foster a food safety culture among our employees._ - Provide leadership and supervise...

  • Plant Manager

    7 months ago

    Vancouver, Canada Saint Gobain Full time

    **The Role** Main purposes of this position**: Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Plant Manager will be responsible for the personnel, equipment and operations of the of the GCP / Chryso Vancouver, BC Canada location. The Plant Manager will also carry out duties in the areas of production, inventory, management and safety. **Interfaces and...

  • Delivery Driver- Class V- 5 Ton Truck

    23 hours ago

    Vancouver, Canada Yen Bros Food Service Ltd Full time

    Yen Bros., Food Service (2011) Ltd., is one of the progressive food service distributors has a history of more than 4 decades in business. It’s a family owned and serving customers six days a week across Vancouver and the lower mainland, from Abbotsford to Vancouver Island, to Whistler and the Sunshine Coast. We believe our people are the foundation of...

  • Plant Manager, Rmx

    2 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Lafarge Canada Inc Full time

    Why work for Lafarge?: As the global leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, we’re committed to shaping a **greener**, **smarter** and **healthier** world. At Lafarge Canada Inc., **safety** comes first, **collaboration** matters and **diversity** is celebrated with people who share our desire to continually **make our materials...

  • Plant Manager

    2 months ago

    North York, Canada VINYL WINDOW DESIGNS LTD. Full time

    Overview: With over 30 years in business, The Vinyl Window Designs group of companies has become one of the foremost Window companies in the Greater Toronto Region. The group manufacturers and supplies Aluminum and Vinyl windows to both the construction industry and to the residential renovation market. **PLANT MANAGER** **Reasons to Join Our Team!** -...

  • Cashier/barista

    3 weeks ago

    Vancouver, Canada Whisk Matcha x Level V Bakery Full time

    **Company description** Whisk Matcha Cafe and Level V Bakery are a boutique plant-based matcha cafe & bakery serving high quality beverages & freshly baked goods. We're looking for a friendly & mature cashier/barista to join our team. This position will report directly to the owners and fulfill all aspects of the cafe and bakery in accordance with the...

  • Plant Manager/production Manager

    7 months ago

    North Bay, Canada The Better Together Group Full time

    Do you have a working knowledge of concrete, aggregates and/or construction? Are you a skilled leader with experience with batching and delivery in a heavy duty industrial plant environment? Are you self motivated, driven by curiosity and keen to grow, learn, develop and thrive in a high-performance culture? - If so, we may have the perfect job for you...

  • Plant Operator

    2 weeks ago

    North Battleford, Canada Strathcona Resources Ltd. Full time

    Strathcona Resources Ltd. (“Strathcona”) is a Calgary, Alberta based oil and gas production and development company focused on maximizing oil and gas recovery from its low decline, high free cash flow oil and gas resource base. Strathcona's operations, infrastructure and land position are focused in Alberta, British Columbia, and...

  • Plant Operator

    4 months ago

    North Battleford, Canada Strathcona Resources Ltd Full time

    Strathcona Resources Ltd. (“Strathcona”) is a Calgary, Alberta based oil and gas production and development company focused on maximizing oil and gas recovery from its low decline, high free cash flow oil and gas resource base. Strathcona's operations, infrastructure and land position are focused in Alberta, British Columbia, and...

  • Production and Plant Manager

    3 days ago

    North York, Canada Distinctive by Design Fine Cabinetry Inc. Full time

    Distinctive by Design is located in North York and has a highly automated kitchen manufacturing and millwork plant producing custom kitchen designs and millwork for over 20 years. - We are looking for an experienced individual with 5+ years supervisory experience in the kitchen and millwork industry to manage and oversee our plant production needs and...