Plant Director

Company Profile
Modix Plastique Inc. is a leading North American manufacturer of high-quality 100% reprocessed resins by operating a full mechanical treatment of post-consumer plastic LDPE films collected and sorted by recycling facilities and other recyclers mainly in Québec and across North America.
Modix Plastique Inc. is committed to making the world a greener place by giving a second life to plastic waste and improving the sustainability of the plastics supply chain and related industries thanks to the added value created by our scientists and operators.
Benefits
Paid vacation with additional personal days.
Company working in a sector classified as essential, offering job security.
Work environment where occupational health and safety is a priority.
Be part of a dynamic team in a growing organization that offers fast career progression.
On-site parking, zero traffic, the best of town and country.
Health insurance
Plant Director
The Plant Director will be working with the team of production supervisors; he/she will be in charge of all staff and the smooth daily running of operations, from receipt of raw materials to delivery of products. He/she will be working closely with the quality, sales, human resources and accounting departments to achieve the productivity and growth objectives.
The Plant Director will assume various functions within the Operations group in order to achieve the overall objectives of the company. He/she will also provide leadership to production supervisors. He/she must focus on the factory's tactical and strategic plans and ensure they align with the company's goals and objectives.
Responsibilities
Take responsibility for all safety related factory practices, lockout and tagout cards, job safety analysis cards, SOURCES cards, etc. ensuring that the production environment and team members always act in compliance with security measures.
Optimize the staffing plan in the production area to maximize a cost-effective structure.
Collaborate with different teams inside and outside the plant to develop solutions that allow deviations from standards to be quickly corrected.
Implement internal administration programs and standards that ensure the production area, and the equipment is in optimal condition at all times.
Take responsibility for daily, weekly and monthly production performance and correct any negative trends quickly and permanently to ensure the production objectives are achieved.
In conjunction with the COO, ensure production expenses are within budget while monitoring and prioritizing activities to achieve the greatest benefit and value.
Provide leadership, development and management of production staff to ensure the department operates safely, efficiently and adequately.
Produce a daily, weekly and monthly report on production performance, including analysis and countermeasures in the event of non-compliance with targets.
Collaborate on opportunities to reduce costs or improve performance through effective capital planning and/or workflow redesign, as well as the maintenance plan.
Ensure timely and effective communication with the COO and factory team when significant production issues arise that impact safety, quality, costs and schedules.
Ensure product quality by working closely with employees, the quality department and the sales department
Ensure that the plant complies with government environmental standards compliance guidelines, including local, provincial and federal requirements.
Prepare reports and provide recommendations for the senior management regarding the production processes and machinery efficacy.
Participate proactively in internal and external events to promote the image and the message of the company.
Cooperate, train, and work closely with the colleagues. Ensure a transparent and smooth communication and passing of knowledge, documents, and list of contacts to maintain a stable level of work on the projects and meet the predetermined deadlines.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, business administration, or related field.
More than 5 years’ experience in manufacturing or operations management, preferably in the plastics recycling industry.
In-depth knowledge of plastic recycling processes, equipment, and technologies.
Strong leadership and team-building skills to manage a diverse workforce.
Understanding of environmental regulations and compliance requirements related to waste management and recycling.
Established record of optimizing plant efficiency, reducing costs, and improving production processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for liaising with stakeholders, clients, and regulatory agencies.
Ability to develop and implement strategic plans to drive business growth and sustainability initiatives.
Familiarity with quality control standards and practices to ensure the production of high-quality recycled plastic materials.
Problem-solving mindset and ability to troubleshoot operational issues effectively.
Highly reliable and consistent.
High flexibility and versatility.
Patient, perseverant and resourceful.
Ability to work with people from diverse cultures.
Familiar with Microsoft Office application (Outlook)
Fluent in English or French; bilingualism is preferred.
Schedule: Day Shift (On call evening and Night)
Work Location: Lachute
Together, we create an environment that boosts your career and drives Modix Plastique Inc. forward. If you are the right person for the role, you will be part of a fantastic experience We look forward to receiving your application.
Notes: In this document, the masculine gender is used as a generic, for the sole purpose of lightening the text.
Modix Plastique Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. To apply please send your CV to:
At Modix Plastique Inc we embrace our diversity, and we strive to attract, develop, and retain a diverse workforce as we foster an inclusive work environment that draws on the assets of cultures and individuals.
For more information, please visit our website: thank all applicants for their interest in Modix Plastique Inc. but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please note all offers of employment at Modix Plastique Inc. are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check. This may include a criminal history check, reference checks and/or health check.

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