Assistant Production Manager, Canada

Responsibilities

• As part of the Leadership Group, manage Safety and Quality Assurance Programs.
• Maintain compliance with all health & safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Uphold the achievement of safety targets.
• Ensure the products delivered meet or exceed established quality requirements.
• Safeguard food safety, meeting all requirements.
• Oversee the training and performance of Production Technicians.
• Drive the achievement of budgeted production volumes.
• Manage process control for Wet Milling, Co-Product Processing, Enzymatic Glucose Refining and Royal Production for continuous operations.
• Implement practical continuous improvement (kaizen) initiatives to improve safety, operating results, and sustainability.
• Ensure department is “audit ready” at all times; inclusive of Housekeeping, Kaizen and FSSC.
• Communicate effectively within the Glucose Management Team and through interdepartmental collaboration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in one or more of the following areas: chemical or mechanical engineering technologies, stationary engineering, or formal education in chemistry or related plant operations technology.
• A minimum of 2-5 years professional experience within a food or chemical manufacturing industry.
• Leadership abilities in food manufacturing, chemical manufacturing or related industry.
• Adept in Microsoft Office and SAP.
• Experience with DCS or similar process control equipment.
• Skillful and adaptable decision-maker, using critical analysis techniques on available information.
• Ability to implement change and motivate continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated to learn and gain a deeper understanding of plant processes from 1st principles.
• This position requires the ability to perform tasks that are essential to safe and effective operation within a manufacturing environment, including:
• Standing and walking for extended periods during production activities.
• Bending, lifting, and carrying materials or equipment up to 23 kg/50 lbs using proper techniques.
• Safely navigating stairs, ladders, and occasionally working in confined spaces, as required by operational needs.

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