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Join to apply for the Plant Manager role at TC Transcontinental. TC Transcontinental has been driving innovation since 1976, employing approximately 7400 people. With a focus on flexible packaging and retail services, it is Canadas largest printer and a leader in Canadian French-language educational publishing. The company values respect, teamwork, performance, and innovation, and is committed to responsible business practices. Responsibilities Were seeking a handson Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations of the 24/7 Whitbt manufacturing facility, ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently, and within quality standards. In the short term, this is an executionfocused role managing staff, optimizing processes, and maintaining equipment. Over time youll take on leadership, process improvement, and team management duties covering quality and maintenance. Key responsibilities include: Health, Safety & Environment (Food Safety) Promote and enforce workplace safety policies in compliance with occupational health regulations. Support and maintain all activities related to the Food Safety Management System. Audit safety, food safety, quality, and environmental housekeeping procedures and act on findings. Leadership & Management Direct and mentor production supervisors, shift leads, and staff to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews. Oversee recruiting, selection, onboarding, and training of the production team. Production Planning & Scheduling Participate in the annual budgeting process, justifying headcount and expense requests. Develop sound business plans and prepare justification for capital requests. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry advancements to apply innovative manufacturing practices. Work closely with Planning and Scheduling to manage production schedules, optimizing resources and minimizing downtime. Coordinate with Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Quality to ensure material availability and equipment readiness. Process Improvement & Efficiency Analyze production performance data to identify bottlenecks, minimize waste, and drive throughput improvements. Lead problemsolving efforts on safety, food safety, quality, service, waste, and efficiency issues. Collaborate with Quality to resolve complaints and testing issues and prevent recurrence. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices and SOPs. Quality & Compliance Ensure products meet quality specifications and regulatory standards. Partner with Quality to resolve issues and maintain certifications. Qualifications Preferred degree in Engineering, Applied Science, Finance, or Business Administration. Experience in blownfilm extrusion or flexible packaging is preferred. 710 years of progressive manufacturing experience, with at least 35 years in a senior leadership role. Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems, safety practices, lean manufacturing, and quality control. Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex operations, and deliver results. Excellent communication, problemsolving, and decisionmaking skills. Experience with ERP systems, production planning tools, and data analysis. Ability to coach and mentor staff. Benefits Competitive compensation with performancebased incentives and retirement savings plans. Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance. Paid time off. Career development opportunities. A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported. EEO Statement TC Transcontinental is an equalopportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact . Job Details Title: Plant Manager Whitbt Manufacturing Facility Location: Markham, Ontario, Canada Salary: CAD 90,000105,000 per year Employment Type: Fulltime Seniority Level: Director Send us your application. Create something with TC Transcontinental. #J-18808-Ljbffr