Plant Manager

Plant Manager

Full-Time

Combermere, ON

Reference Number: PWP-ON-COM-190-261124 

SUMMARY

Reporting to the General Manager, the Plant Manager is responsible for all aspects of the treating plant and mill operation, enforcing company policies, coordinating all aspects of production, staffing, scheduling, and ensuring that all corporate objectives and environmental standards are met.  The main objective of this position is maintian a safe work environment while producing high-quality treated lumber products and manufacturing raw materials in a cost effective manner.

This is a hands-on position requiring a leader who will roll up his/her sleeves and manage by example.  The position requires a team builder who will spend 50% of his/her time in the plant operation and 50% of his/her time performing administrative responsibilities.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS

PLANT OPERATIONS

• Direct and coordinate plant operations within company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for operations environmental compliance.
• Responsible for human resources functions such as health and safety, recruitment, terminations, performance management, attendance management, and training.
• Responsible for achieving plant production targets.
• Confer with internal customers to ensure coordination of inventories, production, and shipping.
• Responsible for product quality control for the plant.
• Oversee inventory management processes, including procurement, planning, vendor coordination, and stock level optimization.
• Oversee daily production activities and facilitate work flow.
• Chair monthly safety meetings.
• Actively involved in weekly production meetings.
• Maintain a clean and safe plant.

STAFF MANAGEMENT

• Along with Production Supervisors, manage approximately 45 unionized plant employees and three administration staff.
• Responsible for human resources functions such as health and safety, recruitment, terminations, performance management, attendance management, and training.
• Create and maintain a positive work environment and a team atmosphere.
• Coordinate job training and safety training for applicable employees.
• Apply the required discipline to bring performance or behaviours to expected levels.
• Address employee issues in a fair and consistent manner.
• Foster a well-trained and motivated staff

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Minimum 5 to 8 years’ experience in a management or supervisory capacity in a manufacturing environment or similar industry
• Managing unionized employees is an asset
• Lumber manufacturing experience is a requirement
• Effective coaching and team-building skills
• Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and priority setting skills
• Ability to clearly communicate with internal and external parties in a professional manner
• Proven experience providing training and direction to staff, motivating and developing staff, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance
• Use of knowledge of principles and processes for providing excellent customer service
• Competent computer skills with demonstrated proficiency with Word, Excel, and ERP systems

EDUCATION

• High school graduation is a minimum requirement
• Post secondary education in Business is an asset

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Base salary
• Health benefits

Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time

Hours of Work:

• Monday to Friday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Note:  Hours may change due to operational requirements.

Work Location:

• 2916 Rockingham Road, Combermere, ON K0J 1L0

Note: Must have own transportation

Doman welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. 

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

We thank you for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.