West Coast Reduction Ltd. – Nothing Left Behind*. At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there’s nothing left, that is when we’ve done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers like farms, restaurants, bakeries and supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day. Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Learn more at www.wcrl.com

Based at our Edmonton plant location, we are searching for a Plant Manager. This role is responsible for the general oversight of Edmonton plant operations by providing a holistic leadership approach. The position will closely interact with all Edmonton departments, governing regulatory bodies, union representatives, contractors, service providers and key WCRL stakeholders from Corporate Office to achieve the Company’s goals in safety, cleanliness and productive capacity.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Operations Management

• Work closely with department supervisors to develop operating plans that meet company goals and market needs
• Formulate standard operating procedures and policies within the guidelines of the overall Company policies
• Direct supervision of Edmonton department leaders by providing a high-level oversight of the cost, effective delivery, efficient scheduling and functional department operations
• Maintain and develop both a production facility and workforce capable of meeting production requirements in the present and future to accomplish business objectives
• Prepare and maintain reports, as requested by senior executive or management
• Delegates authority and responsibility to direct reports and assists the coordination of production, maintenance and transportation activities
• Solves problems involving workflow, utilization of personnel skills, systems and facility to ensure an efficient and expedient production process
• Coordinates productive daily, weekly and/or monthly meetings with department supervisors including creation of Tool Box Meeting schedules
• Project management of special projects, plant upgrades or similar developments

Finance & KPI

• Prepares operating labour budgets for various departments in conjunction with supervisors
• Ensures that project and department milestones, goals are met and adhere to with respect to allocated budgets
• Review monthly financial reports and other data or reports for analysis
• Recommend and implement changes at the plant level to ensure alignment with allocated budgets
• Collaborate with Purchasing Department on major budget expenditures and approval of occasional requisitions for Calgary and Lethbridge

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all systems and processes are operating within the guidelines of our CFIA operating permit, HACCP program and other regulatory requirements
• Oversees production flow of raw materials and finished goods, ensuring product quality control standards are met
• Collaborate alongside Environmental & Technical Services department regarding environmental-related issues that may arise
• Administration and record keeping of HACCP, CFIA and other pertinent documents related to Municipal, Provincial, National and International governance

Labour Relations & People Management

• Contribute to a positive work environment allowing for a positive employer-employee relationship to avoid grievances
• Maintains sound labour relations with the Union and Plant Shop Stewards
• Respond to grievances and labour relations matters in a timely manner, including employee-related grievances, wages, working conditions and progressive discipline
• In conjunction with Manager of Human Resources, provide advice and guidance regarding the interpretation, compliance, administration and implementation of the Collective Agreement terms and conditions
• Assist the Human Resources department in leading investigations pertaining to employee relations
• Actively participate in the preparation, negotiation and collective bargaining of Collective Agreements
• Supervises and trains supervisory personnel by directing their activities, and through them the activities of the entire work force
• Manage payroll time-keeping records for employees within the payroll software system
• Provide authorization of overtime shifts and vacation approvals
• Recruit, hire and train the necessary personnel to the forecasted level of operation
• People development and active performance management of all employees
• Provide leadership to staff to maintain productivity while limiting and resolving conflicts
• In the absence of department supervisors, provide back-up relief of responsibilities related to oversight of production, maintenance, fleet & transportation

Safety

• Ensure that employees and operations are conducted safely and responsibly within the corporate programs and procedures of safety and best management practices
• Assist in the implementation of safety procedural changes in addition to providing recommendations on improvements to Health and Safety Coordinator
• Encourage a safety culture where employees do not put themselves or others at risk

Additional Responsibilities

• Ability to travel occasionally to other WCRL divisions, including Saskatoon
• Maintain positive relationships with key existing vendors and clients including Redux division’s key customers
• Respond to escalated events or crises arising from customers, vendors and clients
• Primary contact for emergency response and site preparedness in the event of a crisis
• Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. Policies
• Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values
• Perform other duties as assigned by COO Chief Operating Officer

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

• Minimum 10 years progressive experience in a plant operation environment (production, maintenance, quality, safety, environmental compliance and administration) required
• Minimum of 5 years leadership experience in a 24/7, industrial processing plant operations environment, or similar industry required
• Possession of a valid Alberta Trade Technician Certificate, Interprovincial Red Seal Certification, or Steam Ticket Class 3 (or higher) is considered an asset
• Solid understanding of general business principles preferred (eg. financial accounting, profit or loss, business risk, etc.)
• Possess extensive knowledge of production department processes and operating efficiencies; solid understanding of WCRL production needs
• Ability to lead and communicate in a clear and concise manner
• Relevant college degree or equivalent combination of experience and education an asset
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral), people skills (able to motivate, coach and develop people)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Maintenance Planning Software, and Enterprise Resource Planning Systems required
• The work requires fitness to the extent that the incumbent must be able to access all parts of the plant at any given time, including: heights, ladders, multiple levels of stairs and rooftops. Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs on a frequent basis
• This leadership role requires an individual with demonstrated emotional intelligence and strong mentoring skills to effectively lead, develop and engage others

INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION TO THE "APPLY" LINK ABOVE.

Thank you in advance for your interest in this opportunity, however, only those individuals who are selected for an interview will be contacted.