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STRIVE Recruitment Inc.

Operations Manager

Peterborough, ON, Canada

$80,000 to $90,000 USD / year · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $80,000 to $90,000 USD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 31, 2026
Experience: 3–5 years of experience managing a manufacturing or plant environment
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 1, 2026

Original job description

THE ROLE

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Operations Manager to join a well-established organization in Peterborough, Ontario. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing daily plant operations, production, logistics, and maintenance while leading a team and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies.

The ideal candidate will have a strong manufacturing or plant management background, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to work directly with employees on the floor while also managing operational performance and administrative responsibilities.

ADVANTAGES

$80,000–$90,000/year
Monday–Friday, approximately 6:30/7:00 AM–4:00 PM
Full-time, permanent position
Comprehensive health & dental benefits from day one
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Growing organization with opportunities for career advancement
Hands-on leadership role with the opportunity to drive operational improvements

RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise, coordinate, and schedule plant staff and daily operations
Lead a team of approximately 20 employees
Oversee production, processing, logistics, and maintenance activities
Monitor and improve productivity, efficiency, and overall plant performance
Track and analyze production and operational KPIs
Monitor material flow, quality, and production targets
Ensure equipment is properly maintained and operational
Complete and review daily production, inspection, audit, and equipment reports
Identify operational issues and implement corrective actions and process improvements
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture
Ensure employees are properly trained and equipped with required PPE
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company policies
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized plant environment
Support staffing, scheduling, training, and employee development

REQUIREMENTS

3–5 years of experience managing a manufacturing or plant environment
Strong plant-based/manufacturing background
Previous experience supervising and managing
Strong understanding of plant operations, production, KPIs, and maintenance
Proven ability to drive results and meet operational targets
Strong people-management and communication skills
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work directly with employees on the floor
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Experience creating and maintaining a strong safety culture
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Excel
Experience with CMMS or maintenance management software is an asset
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to work fully onsite in Peterborough

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Responsibilities

Oversee daily plant operations, production, logistics, and maintenance while supervising and developing a team of approximately 20 employees. Monitor operational performance and KPIs, maintain safety and compliance standards, and implement corrective actions and process improvements.

Requirements

Requires 3–5 years of experience managing a manufacturing or plant environment, with strong knowledge of plant operations, production, KPIs, and maintenance. Candidates should have proven supervisory and people-management skills, a hands-on leadership style, strong problem-solving abilities, computer skills including Microsoft Office and Excel, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Skills

Plant Operations Management
Manufacturing Management
Production Management
Logistics Management
Maintenance Management
Team Leadership
Staff Scheduling
KPI Analysis
Productivity Improvement
Process Improvement
Safety Compliance
Environmental Compliance
Quality Control
Problem-Solving
Microsoft Office
Excel

Benefits

Health And Dental Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Development Opportunities
Career Advancement Opportunities

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Keywords

Manufacturing
Plant Operations
Production
Logistics
Maintenance
Team Supervision
Staff Scheduling
Operational Performance
Key Performance Indicators
Productivity
Efficiency
Material Flow
Quality Control
Production Targets
Equipment Maintenance
Production Reports
Inspection Reports
Audit Reports
Corrective Actions
Process Improvement
Workplace Safety
Personal Protective Equipment
Environmental Compliance
Employee Training
Employee Development
Microsoft Office
Excel
CMMS

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