Plant Manager– Food Production, Vancouver

Another food manufacturer in the Greater Vancouver region is scaling and growing, and seeks an experienced, hands‑on Plant Manager to lead production operations at its Greater Vancouver facility.

The Plant Manager will oversee all day‑to‑day operations within the facility, including production, manufacturing, safety, and warehousing. This role is instrumental in driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational efficiency, productivity, safety, and overall plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

Direct and oversee all day‑to‑day plant operations to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency targets are achieved.

Lead production, maintenance, warehouse, and operational teams while fostering a culture of being kind and collaborative, but also one of accountability and continuous improvement.

Develop and implement operational systems, processes, and best practices that improve performance and workforce capability.

Ensure compliance with all food safety, regulatory, and company standards.

Introduce and monitor KPIs, production metrics, and operational performance to identify opportunities for optimization.

Collaborate cross‑functionally with senior leadership to support organizational growth initiatives and strategic objectives.

Build and mentor high‑performing teams through coaching, development, and succession planning.

Drive customer satisfaction by ensuring products are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Qualifications

Proven leadership experience within food and beverage manufacturing, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environments, either as a current Plant Manager or in a Production/Operation Manager role with a minimum of 5 years previous experience in a food manufacturing setting.

Strong operational background overseeing production, maintenance, and warehousing functions within a SQF&HACCP environment.

Demonstrated success leading teams and improving operational performance in a manufacturing setting.

Knowledge of food safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.

Continuous improvement mindset with experience implementing operational efficiencies and process improvements.

Track record working with ERP systems, as well as implementing and operating new systems.

Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.

Allocate resources effectively and make full use of assets to achieve optimal results.

Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise, also with Canadian labor laws, health&safety regulations.

Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity and processes.

Post‑secondary education with a degree or masters, ideally in food science, engineering, or business administration is a major plus.

Competitive compensation package including a salary ranging from $130K to $165K (level is dependent on experience), annual bonus and extended health benefits is included.

Opportunity for long‑term career growth within an expanding organization is readily available, including moving to multi‑site plant leadership.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

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