Chief Engineer

Title: Chief Engineer

Location: Winchester, Ontario

Reporting To: Manager, Engineering & Maintenance

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada – where we take pride in being recognized as one of Forbes' 2022 top employers Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian’s favourite dairy brands such as Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogourt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we’re proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households

With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we’re seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter.

About the opportunity:

The Chief Engineer provides leadership and direction to continuously improve the effectiveness of the Power Plant and Building Services (where applicable Waste Water Treatment Plant) operations while supporting the development of control systems and processes required in maintaining a safe operation with environmental integrity.

The attributes we are looking for:

- Manage the operations of the department by planning, scheduling and following-up on maintenance activities to safely facilitate optimum facility performance. Ensure that all relevant activities are conducted in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements and good business standards.
- Lead, plan and develop the effectiveness of the operations including employee direct reports, technologies and facilities by utilizing the most efficient methods to operate his area of responsibilities.
- Responsible for the daily operation of the Power plant, refrigeration units, facility wide piping systems and fire protection systems by ensuring all equipment is running at optimum levels.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, reliability, cost, and customer service. Reduce equipment failures and preserve asset value. Identify and/or provide input on appropriate technology, equipment and methodology used in the facility, or having an opportunity to improve operating results or costs.
- Manage the Power Plant (where applicable Waste Water Treatment Plant) and lead the Environmental Control program by ensuring all internal policies and external regulations are met.
- Manage the plant utilities efficiently (Electricity, Gas, Water) by monitoring the energy usage against the Plant Kepi’s, as well as the deviations and implementing the corrective actions as required.
- Implement improvement projects in collaboration with the Manager of Engineering and Maintenance by collecting information, documenting, presenting, executing and monitoring the process.
- Provide leadership and supervision to staff by hiring, reviewing performance and providing feedback, determining training and development needs, and providing coaching and work direction. Promote a team focus on excellence in all activities including those required to support safety, operational productivity, quality, loss reduction, people development, and cost improvement.
- Ensure safety of all employees, visitors and contractors within the areas of responsibilities by providing appropriate safety training and awareness.
- Ensure that all legislative requirements and environmental standards are met and results reported to appropriate parties (internal & external).
- Maintain inventory of maintenance items (and parts) by planning requirements and purchasing.
- Manage the Quality Program for 'Piping and Pressure vessels repair and alteration'. Perform audit and document repairs, report to TSSA, approve new methods and materials.

What you will bring:

- Certified First Class Stationary Engineer (Province of Role: Ontario, Alberta, etc.)
- Minimum five (5) years related experience in a dairy or food processing or manufacturing environment including Power and Waste Water Treatment Plant operations.
- Leadership experience including the supervision of Second Class Stationary Engineers and Power Plant Operations
- Experience with Class III extended Dairy Industry Waste Water treatment
- Experience with Environmental Control systems and processes including the meeting of all legislated requirements
- Experience and knowledge of legislative requirements relative to Power Plant Operations and Cooling Systems – Ammonia Refrigeration units
- Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Proficient with computer technology including PCs, database and management systems
- Leadership, planning and execution skills including strong communication and organizational skills
- Commitment to a team-based organization

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

- A Competitive Base Salary
- A Performance-Based Bonus System
- 4 Weeks of Vacation
- Benefits starting day 1
- A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
- Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
- A Volunteer Day to give back to your community
- Learning and Development opportunities
- A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG commitment:

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. We apply an equal access to employment program and invite women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.