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Join to apply for the Director, Global Manufacturing Food role at AGI - Ag Growth International Join to apply for the Director, Global Manufacturing Food role at AGI - Ag Growth International Position Title : Director, Global Manufacturing Food Department : Manufacturing Location : Woodbridge, ON, Canada About AGI Ag Growth International Inc. (AGI) is a provider of the physical equipment and digital technology solutions required to support global food infrastructure including grain, fertilizer, seed, feed, and food processing systems. With over 4,000 employees worldwide, and facilities and offices in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, Europe, APAC, Australia, and Africa, AGI sells its products globally through a network of wholly owned subsidiaries and third-party dealers and distributors. The Opportunity As a key member of the Global Food Leadership team, theDirector, Global Manufacturing Food is responsible for performance of all Food manufacturing locations across the USA, Canada & France, a network of 4 facilities. This role is responsible for aligning the strategic direction of all Food manufacturing entities to Business objectives and successful execution against the agreed strategy as evaluated against key metrics and KPIs. Responsibilities Provide input into and overall support for the strategic direction of manufacturing units by developing comprehensive product plans, processes, and factory relationships with the goal of increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and driving profitability Lead Food manufacturing, and serve as a key liaison between manufacturing and business management / sales Collaborate closely with product managers and engineers in the product development phase, focusing on the creation of first prototypes to assess market fit, feasibility, impact on processes, and quality in support of large-scale production. Provide leadership and coaching to engineering, quality control, and production teams to ensure the smooth execution of all manufacturing operations Contribute continuously towards creating or refining systems and processes to minimize errors and bolster productivity. Qualifications Bachelor''s degree in the field of Engineering, Business or equivalent. 15+ years'' progressive experience in manufacturing, engineering business development, and / or product innovation and development, preferably in a Food Equipment Manufacturing environment. Bilingual strongly preferred : Ability to speak, read and write in French Lean Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred. Understanding of complex technical product design requirements. Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 25% of the time Why AGI? Were leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and heres how : Were the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the worlds grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies.Dedicated tosafety, innovation and customization,AGI offers one of the largestcatalogsof equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy. Our Culture Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world. With AGI, youre choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain. AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired. Seniority level Seniority level Director Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AGI - Ag Growth International by 2x Get notified about new Director of Manufacturing jobs in Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada . 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