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Red Dog Raw Food Company has been a pioneer in the manufacturing of raw food for dogs and cats for over 20 years. Our HACCP certified state-of-the-art manufacturing facility located in Port Coquitlam is experiencing significant growth. Red Dogs products are sold nationally at specialty pet food retailers.We are looking for an Operations/Plant Manager to spearhead the effort in growing the company and our enthusiastic operations team to the next level. You are someone that thrives on building processes and people and you excel at tackling challenges with innovative solutions to drive growth and manage change. And of course, you want to be part of the solution in providing nutritious healthy food to our beloved pets?In your new role, you will be responsible for multiple aspects of our team, production facility and processes. You will be focused on managing the day-to-day manufacturing activities and facilities and coaching and empowering the team to success. Have great communication skills, working closely with other managers and board members to support the company and communicate organizational goals, procedures, and policies to the operations team.Have a hands-on approach to change-management : our amazing operations team is very knowledgeable and hard-working, but they have their hands full. To implement changes effectively, you need to be willing to roll up your sleeves and get hands-on in the implementation process. So, if you prefer office work, this is not the role for you.Love for project and change management.facility management, production management, HR, dog belly-rubber, and whatever is required to help the team succeed.Ensuring the successful daily implementation of business operations including purchasing, scheduling, manufacturing, warehousing, shipping/receiving, and quality assurance, ensuring efficiency and high-quality output.Control of all operational aspects including EBITA, profit and loss, inventory, production planning, health and safety, and complianceManaging health and safety policies and procedures and provide employees with regular HSE training and leading the Health and Safety CommitteeLead the operations team through the implementation of SQF/GFSI certification processes.Oversee and guide the operations team in meeting specific export packaging, labeling, and compliance requirements and meeting export standards for the US and Asian market.Supporting the maintenance supervisor with facility and equipment maintenanceResponsible for facility management including coordinating with the landlord, facility maintenance, policy development, documentation, etc.Promote cross-training to optimize workforce, ensuring functional coverage, reducing labor costs, and supporting succession planning.Improve, optimize, and implement processes to maximize equipment and staff efficiency and scale operations for increased production volume.Managing process and product development projectsEvaluate, procure, and oversee the installation of new equipment.Collecting and analyzing production metrics5+ years in a supervisory or management role in a manufacturing environment - Food manufacturing is a plus~ A strong emotional intelligence~ Demonstrated expertise with SQF implementation and US food exporting.~ Proven ability with managing changes in a production facility or process.~ Experience Scaling up new products and supporting their introduction into the market.~ Exceptional organizational and project management skills - time management, scheduling, prioritizing tasks, delegating to-dos.~ Experience with MRP systems such as Fishbowl InventoryHands-on experience within lean manufacturing, 5S and process improvementsBachelors degree in food science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related fieldGrowth Opportunity this is a great opportunity if you are looking for a long-term career in Operations or Plant management to start at the beginning and build a legacy!Great Benefits - Extended medical benefits that cover you and your family.Employee Discount - Employees get to buy best-in-class raw pet food at cost.If youre interested in finding out more please visit our website and find us on Instagram @reddogbluekatRed Dog Deli Raw Food Company is located in Port Coquitlam, BC, acknowledging that we operate on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the kwikwm (Kwikwetlem First Nation). We thank the kwikwm who continue to live on these lands and care for them, along with the waters and all that is above and below.Dental careDiscounted or free foodOn-site parking