Director, Mississauga Operations

Role Purpose: Responsible for the Operations of Maple Lodge Farms’ Mississauga facility, ensuring production, safety standards, BRC and HACCP programs are maintained.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & ACTIVITIES:
Ensures correlation between Mississauga and Brampton Plants and seeks solutions for improvements in efficiency, safety, or HACCP matters.

Oversees the production process during critical situations (i.e. major breakdowns, power outages, etc.).

Delivers any information with regards to new business strategies and Customer demands to area managers, and collaborates with them for the best solution to achieve the Company’s expectations.

Initiates and manages any major Plant redesign and equipment purchased in conjunction with the area Manager, and the Engineering department, and outside contractors and vendors.

Mentors and supports plant managers on different initiatives with respect to safety issues, quality concerns, people issues, cost savings initiatives, budget reductions, or improvements on process flow.

People Management: provides overall management of a team or business area and includes management of individuals indirectly through subordinate supervisors or managers; establish goals and priorities and manage the activities and work of subordinates Evaluate their performance by providing formal and informal feedback to ensure that all work within a specific area is carried out in an efficient manner and in accordance; responsible for all aspects of Human Resources functions for team including hiring, onboarding, performance management and disciplinary matters; and develop team capabilities through continue on-the-job and formal training opportunities and coaching.

Budgeting: adhere/comply with company policies and procedures; recommend, develop and implement enhancements and improvements to departmental policies and procedures; and ensure that all employees under position leadership, follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum ten years of Production Management experience in the food industry required, preferably in protein processing, and a unionized environment;

Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC, food safety, food quality, etc.;

Working knowledge of knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), WHMIS, and all other workplace H&S regulations;

Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities;

Ability to work / excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential;

Knowledge of process improvement tools.

General Computer Skills (e.g. MS Office)

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: Post-Secondary Diploma in a related field required.

COMPETENCIES:
Building Trust – Builds strong relationships on a foundation of trust, loyalty and authenticity.

Driving for Results – Relentlessly pursues quantifiable and measurable results: identifies areas for improvement and executes changes as necessary.

Communication & Listening – Encourages open and honest communication with the team, communicates messages clearly and concisely and listens attentively to others.

Initiative – Proactively seeks new opportunities and challenges; takes ownership and accountability for enhancing results or minimizing problems.

Builds Networks – Builds strong relationships with peers, partners and key stakeholders, cultivating meaningful connections.

Awareness & Insight – Assesses one’s own abilities, understands how actions impact perceptions and thrives within our culture, climate and organization at all levels.

Building High Performance Teams – Recruits and retains high-performing talent, sets high standards for performance and ultimately creates a collaborative culture.

Coaching & Mentoring Others – Supports the growth of others by providing regular feedback, fostering connections, and formulating individualized development plans.

WORKING CONDITION: Plant / Office based

In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.

We thank all applicants for applying however only those chosen will be contacted.

Requirements

check_circle_outlineat least 10 years’ experience in production management

check_circle_outlineunionized environment experience

Company Information

In the 1830s, the May family began raising chickens on a farm outside what is now Brampton, Ontario. They became a pillar of the community, and their proud tradition of hard work, agricultural wisdom, and humble family values inspire and guide us to this day.

Address

7120 Edwards Boulevard, ON, CA, L5S 1Z1