Plant Manager

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on supporting utility companies and railway operators, as well as supplying big-box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montréal and listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates an extensive network of facilities employing over 3,000 people in Canada and the United States. Built on a solid foundation and with a coast-to-coast presence, the company offers real opportunities for professional growth and community impact.

Position Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the plant, including receiving and shipping of products, production activities, maintenance, and quality control. He/she also manages the operating budget, workforce, environment, health and safety (EHS/TRD), as well as capital project investments.

Responsibilities

Production / Operations

• Oversee plant operations: receiving, shipping, production, maintenance, and quality control.
• Ensure the maintenance and application of ISO procedures.
• Manage the production schedule in collaboration with the sales and shipping departments.
• Optimize the use of raw materials, workforce productivity, and quality through appropriate control measures.
• Manage inventory (preservative products, raw materials, finished goods) in accordance with customer expectations.
• Organize, monitor, and actively participate in cyclical and annual inventory counts.
• Ensure the annual stock count with auditors.
• Be responsible for the maintenance program to ensure plant safety and proper operations.
• Prepare the annual operating budget and ensure monthly and quarterly updates.
• Regularly analyze operating costs and capital expenditures to stay within budget.
• Participate in approved annual capital expenditure projects.
• Propose improvements aimed at enhancing production efficiency.
• Be available for on-call emergencies.

Workforce Management

• Lead the team and supervise all plant employees.
• Manage payroll transactions through ADP or other systems.
• Manage employee relations and performance, in compliance with the collective agreement (where applicable).
• Oversee hiring, training, and job postings in coordination with Human Resources.
• Manage the vacation schedule for supervisors and employees.
• Communicate with the Ministère du Travail (Quebec Ministry of Labour) regarding various files and requests.
• Perform any other related duties.

Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and TRD Program

• Apply the directives of the corporate occupational health and safety manual.
• Apply the directives of the TRD program (Environment Canada) and ensure annual certification.
• Provide leadership focused on promoting occupational health and safety.
• Participate in training employees on OHS policies, programs, and procedures.
• Actively participate in the health and safety committee.
• Communicate with the Ministère du Travail (Quebec Ministry of Labour) regarding various files.
• Participate in the management of environmental files.

Qualifications

• College diploma (DEC) or equivalent relevant experience as a plant manager.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Supervisory experience.
• Fluency in French (spoken and written).
• Fluency in English (spoken and written) - English is required in order to speak with stakeholders in other provices.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage a unionized environment.
• Problem-solving, priority management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to act appropriately during emergencies.
• Work ethic: lead by example.
• Ability to train, motivate, and coach; remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to receive and follow directives.
• Time and stress management; ability to multitask and delegate.
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office).
• Knowledge of the wood treatment industry: an asset.
• Knowledge of OHS standards (Quebec): an asset.

As a Stella-Jones employee, you will enjoy access to excellent benefits and incentives, including:

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Bonus Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 25% Company contribution match
• Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.