Plant Manager - Toronto

Trevor Frances Recruitment is supporting a confidential search for a Plant Manager to lead a large-scale manufacturing facility in Toronto, Ontario. This role is ideal for an experienced operations leader who excels in complex, high-volume environments and is passionate about driving performance, safety, and cultural transformation. The Plant Manager will oversee all aspects of plant operations while fostering a strong, accountable, and safety-first workplace.

Job Duties

• Oversee daily operations of a multi-shift manufacturing facility of approximately 120 employees, ensuring production, quality, and shipping targets are achieved

• Lead and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations

• Act as the primary point of contact for labour relations, building and maintaining effective relationships within a unionized environment

• Manage departmental budgets, monitor financial performance, and drive operational efficiencies

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and 5S methodologies, to enhance productivity and reduce waste

• Develop and support leadership capability within the plant through coaching, mentorship, and performance management

• Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all teams

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience within a large manufacturing environment

• Proven experience managing labour relations in a unionized setting

• Strong background in chemical processing, fibre, or a related heavy industrial sector

• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Operations, Business Management, or a related field

• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and drive operational and cultural change

Trevor Frances Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and will work to accommodate needs throughout the recruitment process.