Operations Manager - Ontario & Western Canada

Location: Tilbury, Ontario
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Company: Maizex Seeds (part of Sollio Agriculture)

Job Description

Maizex Seeds is a highly innovative Canadian owned seed company focused on the needs of farmers across Canada. At Maizex Seeds our focus is on providing industry leading genetics, agronomy, and product support to help our customers maximize the potential on their farms.

A successful candidate will be given the opportunity to join a top tier team in the industry that fully embraces the significance and importance of agricultural producers across Canada.

We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our team as Operations Manager. Reporting to the General Manager, the Operations Manager will oversee all plant and field production operations of Maizex Seeds in Ontario & Western Canada. As Operations Manager you will lead a team of highly qualified individuals focused in the areas of field production, seed processing, and supply chain. This position will play a key role in ensuring our customers are receiving the highest-level of value from our product offering.

RESPONSABILITIES

• Build and manage team of highly qualified individuals to achieve field and plant production objectives across the organization.

• Oversee plant management at Maizex facilities in Tilbury and Blenheim, ON including seed grading, processing, treating, packaging.

• Lead field production planning that supports our commercial organizations for both plant processing and field production.

• Oversee field production team in the execution of field production plans including, planting, detasseling, yield projections, and harvest.

• Ensure all plant and field production operations are coordinated and executed in a safe and efficient manner.

• Coach and empower employees on your team to build a culture of collaboration to achieve our business objectives.

• Oversee quality management protocols in all aspects of production and product management to ensure the highest level of product quality is achieved.

• Lead facility maintenance activities, including the implementation of facility and equipment maintenance schedules and oversight of capital investment projects in accordance with established budgets.

• Facilitate strong relationships with third-party seed producers and tollers in the production of soybeans and canola. Working closely with Maizex production team to help facilitate successful production plans.

• Oversee procurement of all raw materials required in both field and plant production processes.

• Assist in inventory management of both raw and finished goods warehoused at Maizex facilities.

• Work closely with customer service team to facilitate timely shipment of Maizex products to our distribution across Canada.

• Accountable for identifying improvement opportunities and implementing action plans within the production team to ensure the highest level of operational efficiency.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Proven experience as an organizational leader, with 5+ years of experience in a leadership role.

• Previous experience in seed production, supply chain management, manufacturing, or a related field.

• Indepth-knowledge and experience in the production of hybrid seed corn.

• Strong organizational skills including demonstrated ability to effectively organize and prioritize workload and manage a multi-task environment.

• Strong communication skills (including, telephone, e-mail, and presentation skills).

• Displays a high level of leadership skills and management ability.

• Strong computational skills including PC experience with proficiency in the Microsoft Office suit applications and multiple ERP applications (experience with Sage 300 or Microsoft Navision would be an asset).

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups of people with the ability to analyze and solve problems in an empowered, self-directed work environment.

PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Business Management, preferred.

• Relevant work experience can be substituted.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• 5+ years of experience in production operations or manufacturing, preferrable in agriculture.

• Experience in hybrid seed production and processing

We offer competitive wages, a benefit package and a safe work environment. Maizex Seeds is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices in the workplace that is inclusive.

Why Join Maizex?

• A collaborative and supportive team environment;

• Training provided on systems, workflows, and agricultural cycles;

• Long-term growth within a stable agricultural business;

• Competitive wages, benefits, and a safe workplace;

• Opportunity to contribute to Canada’s agricultural success.

How to Apply

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