Belleville, ON (Relocation Assistance Available)
Full-Time | Permanent
Competitive Compensation + Bonus + RRSP Matching + Comprehensive Benefits
Lead Production for a World-Class Food Manufacturer
We're partnering confidentially with a leading Canadian food manufacturer seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead operations at a highly automated, highly regulated manufacturing facility.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven manufacturing leader who thrives in fast-paced production environments and enjoys developing people, improving processes, and driving operational excellence. You'll oversee day-to-day production while working closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and R&D to deliver world-class safety, quality, and performance.
If you're looking for a role where your leadership will directly influence plant performance, operational strategy, and the future growth of a progressive manufacturing organization, we'd like to speak with you.
Why Join?
Join a financially stable and growing Canadian manufacturer
Lead production within a modern, highly automated manufacturing facility
High-visibility leadership role with significant operational ownership
Work alongside an experienced and collaborative leadership team
Competitive compensation package including bonus, RRSP matching, and comprehensive benefits
Tuition reimbursement, professional development, and leadership training
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Long-term career growth with a company committed to investing in its people
What You'll Be Doing
Production Leadership
Lead all day-to-day production operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives
Build, mentor, coach, and develop a high-performing production team
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
Develop supervisors and future leaders through coaching and succession planning
Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest quality standards
Operational Excellence
Optimize labour utilization, equipment performance, production scheduling, and material flow
Monitor operational KPIs and implement initiatives that improve efficiency, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across the production department
Support equipment commissioning, process optimization, automation projects, and operational improvements
Analyze production data to identify opportunities for increased productivity and reduced operating costs
Food Safety, Quality & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with GMP, HACCP, CFIA, FDA, and all applicable food safety and regulatory standards
Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain exceptional food safety and product quality
Champion a proactive safety culture focused on employee well-being and regulatory compliance
Ensure all production activities consistently meet customer, quality, and regulatory expectations
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Quality, and R&D to support operational objectives
Support new product launches and continuous process improvements
Resolve production challenges through practical problem-solving and collaborative leadership
Drive communication and alignment across departments to achieve business goals
What We're Looking For
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, Dairy Science, Operations Management, or a related discipline
10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
Proven success leading production operations within food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, consumer packaged goods, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety regulations
Demonstrated success driving operational excellence and continuous improvement
Outstanding leadership, coaching, communication, and decision-making skills
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex operational challenges
Preferred
Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience
Experience with ERP and MES systems
Capital project and equipment commissioning experience
Experience leading multi-shift manufacturing operations
Ideal Backgrounds
We're particularly interested in candidates from:
Food Manufacturing
Dairy Processing
Beverage Manufacturing
Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Nutraceutical Manufacturing
Life Sciences
Other highly regulated manufacturing environments
Who Will Thrive Here?
You'll excel in this role if you:
Inspire and develop high-performing teams
Lead by example and enjoy being present on the production floor
Thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments
Balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership
Are passionate about continuous improvement and operational excellence
Believe that safety, quality, and people are the foundation of manufacturing success
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Production Manager looking for an opportunity to lead a high-performing manufacturing operation and make a meaningful impact within a growing organization, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.
Apply today to learn more.
