Agricultural Operations Manager
1 month ago
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Job Type: Fulltime, Permanent
Location: Guelph, ON
Are you interested in being part of a transformative movement in Canadian agriculture? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.
At GoodLeaf Farms, we take pride in being a Canadian leader in agricultural innovation, dedicated to enhancing food security for communities nationwide. We are pioneering sustainable practices that benefit the environment, economy, and society alike. Our focus is on cultivating ultra-fresh greens year-round, utilizing no harmful chemicals, maintaining a carbon footprint significantly lower than traditional farming, and conserving over 90% of the water typically required, all to foster an environment where plants can flourish.
Why join GoodLeaf Farms?
We are committed to providing you with the necessary tools and a supportive work environment to thrive in your role. We aim for your experience here to be fulfilling, challenging, and impactful.
You will have the chance to advance your career as GoodLeaf continues to expand, and we want you to grow alongside us.
Our culture embodies an entrepreneurial spirit combined with inclusivity, resembling that of a start-up.
We promote collaboration and open communication.
We offer competitive salaries and benefits.
Every day at GoodLeaf Farms, we tackle the pressing issue of food security across Canada in innovative ways that encourage healthy living. We believe this is an exciting reason to join our team.
What we seek:
Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Agricultural Operations Manager will oversee the farm's overall performance, focusing on efficiency, productivity, and profitability. This role involves managing daily farm operations and developing strategies to optimize performance while adhering to the highest industry standards for safety and quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operational Excellence: Continuously strive for improvement.
- Utilize lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste, enhance processes, reduce costs, and foster innovation.
- Oversee all operational functions, including safety, material coordination, labor, and equipment management to meet production goals.
- Establish performance metrics.
- Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to ensure all products undergo rigorous quality control testing.
- Leadership: Promote a culture of continuous performance improvement and accountability.
- Inspire, attract, and retain a high-performing team.
- Implement staffing solutions that align with financial objectives and growth projections.
- Maintain open communication and approachability.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks to ensure operational continuity.
- Safety Commitment: Ensure production staff are equipped with the necessary tools and training to uphold safety standards.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations and best practices.
- Foster a culture centered on health and safety.
- Work with the Quality Assurance team to guarantee safe product delivery.
- Ensure all staff are trained in food safety and sanitation practices.
- Communicate any procedural changes affecting food safety to the QA Department.
- Act as a leader in promoting a healthy and inclusive work environment.
- Financial Performance: Accountable for the farm's overall profitability and operational success.
- Align farm operations with sales targets and objectives.
- Plan and control production to ensure efficiency and quality.
- Assess labor requirements based on budget and optimize scheduling.
- Collaborate with horticulture leads to set performance benchmarks.
- Manage resource allocation for project activities.
- Production & Logistics: Effectively develop and support direct reports.
- Maintain regular communication with team members and department heads to align on operational priorities.
- Continuously seek improvement opportunities in processes and resource management.
- Measure and manage performance to exceed goals.
- Prepare and present performance reports to assist in decision-making.
- Engage in vendor negotiations to ensure cost-effectiveness.
- Ensure logistics and supply chain processes enhance customer satisfaction.
- Stay informed on industry best practices and trends.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in leading production operations within the food processing or manufacturing sectors.
- Knowledge of production processes, quality systems, and safety standards.
- Experience in leadership roles within new facility scaling is preferred.
- Proven ability to develop talent and manage teams effectively.
- Experience in utilizing analytics and developing performance metrics.
- Experience with facility launches or startups is highly desirable.
- Fluency in French is a plus.
Additional Requirements:
- Prioritize health and safety for yourself and others.
- Exhibit a strong sense of urgency and accountability.
- Possess excellent communication skills.
- Be highly collaborative and a valued resource.
- Maintain a positive work attitude.
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