Plant Manager

R. Denninger Limited is one of the finest food companies in the world. For more than 60 years, quality has been the founding criteria of our company. Denninger’s has five retail locations, a manufacturing plant and a warehouse all located throughout Southern Ontario. One of the best kept secrets behind the high quality of our food is our Hamilton manufacturing facility. Our 60,000 square foot facility is where all the meat processing, smoking, cooking, chilling, and packaging of our products that sell in our stores takes place. We produce over 200 specialty cold cuts, sausages, and smoked meats, as well as over 100 prepared fine foods. **What We Offer** - 20% Staff discount across all retail locations - Immediate health, vision and dental benefits upon hire - Employee Assistance Program - Access to 24/7 virtual health care - Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP) - Access to corporate perks and discounts **Job Summary**: Responsible for the entire plant operation including but not limited to profit & loss, quality assurance, staffing and performance management. **Reports to**: Chief Executive Officer **Job Duties** - Responsible for the profit & loss of the manufacturing plant. - Monitor the financial performance of areas of responsibility against approved budgets. - Inventory management, shrink control and production forecasting. - Participates in new product development. - Develop, implement and measure KPIs to ensure efficiency of operations. - Develop and manage operating budget, capital planning and execution of projects. - Ensures business continuity by reviewing daily activity, operations, sales and inventory reports to effectively manage productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations. - Ensure that all GMPs, sanitation requirements and allergen management are adhered to. - Reviews and revises Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) of the department, as required. Ensures all SOPs are consistently followed and enforced. - Responsible for quality assurance, ensures that all food safety specifications and product quality standards are met. - Responsible for all Government operational compliance and communications including but not limited to the City of Hamilton, OMAFRA, MOL, MOE and CFIA. - Manage production needs and equipment capabilities to achieve the production requirements. - Responsible for all aspects of Human Resources functions for the team including hiring, onboarding, performance management and disciplinary matters. - Ensure that Production Associates have received adequate training and supports Supervisors in following all procedures and guidelines. - Provide overall management of the entire production team. - Establish goals and priorities and manage the activities and work of subordinates. - Develop team capabilities through continued on-the-job and formal training opportunities and coaching. - All other duties as assigned. **Job Requirements** - Minimum five years of Production Management experience in the food industry required, preferably in a meat processing plant. - Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, OMAFRA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, food safety, food quality, etc. are required. - Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in a related field required. - Experience using ERP systems, CSB is an asset. - Highly analytical with an innovative mindset. - Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach. - High level of professionalism with the ability to communicate effectively throughout all levels of the organizations and external stakeholders. - Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS, and all other workplace health & safety regulations. - Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multitasking is essential. - Basic Computer Skills, knowledge of Google Applications is an asset. **Essential Job Functions** - Stand and walk for extended periods of time. - Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders and squat. - Bend and lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds. Push and pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds. - Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation. - Environmental exposure to extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezer, etc.) We thank all applicants, however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. - R. Denninger Limited is an equal opportunity employer and we value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace. If you are contacted by R. Denninger Limited regarding a job opportunity, please advise prior to the interview if you require accommodation and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements._