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Were looking for a handson, strategic General Manager to lead endtoend food manufacturing operation driving safety, quality, efficiency, compliance, and profitability. In this role, youll set plant strategy, lead and develop highperforming teams, and deliver results through operational excellence and continuous improvement. Strategic Planning Develop and execute the plants strategic plan aligned with corporate objectives. Identify growth opportunities, market trends, and implement initiatives to improve competitiveness. Set annual goals for production, quality, safety, and financial performance. Operations Management Oversee all manufacturing processes including production scheduling, inventory control, and maintenance. Ensure optimal equipment utilization and minimize downtime through preventive maintenance programs. Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies to enhance efficiency. Prepare and manage annual budgets for operations, labor, and capital expenditures. Monitor KPIs such as cost per unit, yield, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness). Drive costreduction initiatives without compromising product quality or safety. Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop department managers and staff. Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Conduct performance reviews and succession planning for key roles. Health, Safety & Environment Ensure compliance with workplace safety regulations and environmental standards. Promote a zeroincident safety culture through training and proactive measures. Stakeholder Engagement Communicate operational performance to senior leadership and corporate teams. Build strong relationships with suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies. Quality Assurance & Food Safety Maintain compliance with HACCP, GMP, FDA, and other regulatory standards. Ensure robust quality control systems to meet customer and regulatory requirements. Physical Requirements General office environment with majority of time using computer Regular exposure to plant floor, including noise, dust, and variation in temperature (hot/cold) Safety, Quality and Hygiene Requirements Maintain compliance with all company policies, procedures, and code of conduct Comply with workplace uniform requirements and safety gear, when on the plant floor vs. office Performance Expectations Manage product operations with a high set of standards to produce consistent, qualitydriven results Ensure work hours and schedules, timely attendance, and notice requirements for absences or lateness are met Promote a positive attitude and a sense of curiosity in learning new roles and responsibilities Instill a culture of leadership and engagement of team to achieve performance expectations Skills and Work Experience Requirements Experience in: Project management, analytical and leadership skills, general manufacturing concepts, advanced/specialized manufacturing skills, development of short and longrange goals/planning, and development and analysis of budgets Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interface and communicate verbally or in writing with personnel at all levels within the company or externally Ability to establish and build trusting relationships at all levels of the organization Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills Prioritize and assess risk to the business and adapt to rapidly changing situations Expected to identify, communicate/escalate, and problemsolve as issues arise Understand financial and budgetary requirements Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Education Six Sigma Black Belt Certification is preferred. Salary Range: $180K$230K CAD. This figure is a reasonable estimate of the current base salary range at the time of posting. The base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. The actual base salary within the specified range is based on several factors, including but not limited to applicants skills, prior relevant experience, education, certifications, job responsibilities, market considerations, and, if applicable, the location of the position. This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus (based on company, business unit and individual performance) and/or commissionbased incentives. Blommer Chocolate Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr