Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…
- Build a career, not just have a job
- Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
- Become part of a teamwork focused culture
- Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path
Title: IT Manager
Reports to: VP of IT
Responsibilities
- Manage IT team by providing guidance and direction.
- Set clear goals, performance expectations, and conduct regular performance reviews for team members.
- Ensure prompt handling of incidents and service requests according to the SLA.
- Oversee management and monitoring of IT systems to ensure high availability and security.
- Coordinate technology vendors and service providers to ensure the needs of the organization are being met.
- Assist with IT budget planning.
- Collaborate with senior management to align IT initiatives with organizational goals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in IT with at least 1 year in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of networking, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and system administration.
- Experience with leading IT support operations, budget planning, and vendor management.
- Proficiency in server management (Windows, Linux) and storage solutions.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., MCSA, CCNA, PMP) preferred.
- Proven leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 25-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
About Ya Ya Foods
Ya YA Foods Corp. is a dynamic beverage and liquid food manufacturer. With over 30 years experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid beverages, high acid beverages and liquid food items.
We manufacture and co-pack products for mid-size to large global multi-national companies. Today, our product lines include juices, broth, plant-based beverages, sports drinks, dairy based drinks, and smoothies. Our 13 automated production lines process more than 310 millions units every year. We are a family owned Canadian business and we instill pride in everything we do. Our operations are successfully growing, and we are looking for new talents to reinforce and develop our business.
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Description
About Ya YA Foods:
Ya YA Foods is a dynamic and high-growth manufacturer of liquid food and unique beverages. With over 30 years’ experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid and high acid beverage and liquid food items. We are a family-owned Canadian business who prides itself in its proven track record of satisfying the needs of global multi-national customers. We are a solution provider for our customers, always striving to exceed expectations on innovation, quality, service, and speed to market. For further information about us, please check our website at yayafoods.com
A career at Ya YA FOODS will offer you the opportunity to…
- Build a career, not just have a job
- Work in a dynamic and high-growth company with very skilled professionals
- Become part of a teamwork focused culture
- Be a part of an organization that supports your future growth path
Title: IT Manager
Reports to: VP of IT
Responsibilities
- Manage IT team by providing guidance and direction.
- Set clear goals, performance expectations, and conduct regular performance reviews for team members.
- Ensure prompt handling of incidents and service requests according to the SLA.
- Oversee management and monitoring of IT systems to ensure high availability and security.
- Coordinate technology vendors and service providers to ensure the needs of the organization are being met.
- Assist with IT budget planning.
- Collaborate with senior management to align IT initiatives with organizational goals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in IT with at least 1 year in a managerial role.
- Strong knowledge of networking, cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and system administration.
- Experience with leading IT support operations, budget planning, and vendor management.
- Proficiency in server management (Windows, Linux) and storage solutions.
- Relevant certifications (e.g., MCSA, CCNA, PMP) preferred.
- Proven leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Why Join Us
We believe that the key to creating and growing a successful business is by investing in our people—some of whom have been a part of our team for over 25-years. This is at the core of who we are, what we do, and how we grow our business—as a versatile, automated manufacturer and co-packer of a wide-variety of beverages and liquid food items. In our view, a happy team means a better workforce, a better product, and more satisfied customers.
Furthermore, we encourage different perspectives and celebrate diversity in our workforce. Where every employee has the opportunity to realize his or her full potential in a working environment that is supportive of everyone. Upon request, we will gladly provide accommodations to any candidate with a disability taking part in the selection process.
About Ya Ya Foods
Ya YA Foods Corp. is a dynamic beverage and liquid food manufacturer. With over 30 years experience, we have evolved into a versatile manufacturer and co-packer of a variety of low acid beverages, high acid beverages and liquid food items.
We manufacture and co-pack products for mid-size to large global multi-national companies. Today, our product lines include juices, broth, plant-based beverages, sports drinks, dairy based drinks, and smoothies. Our 13 automated production lines process more than 310 millions units every year. We are a family owned Canadian business and we instill pride in everything we do. Our operations are successfully growing, and we are looking for new talents to reinforce and develop our business.