About Us ! As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.

In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada pursues our goal of creating value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.

At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our values are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for associates who shares our commitment to excellence.

Hiring Requirements

Under the direction of the Manager, Baking Technology and Commercialization, the successful candidate will serve as the primary technical liaison for bakery management teams, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality baked goods. Additionally, this individual will collaborate closely with the Research & Development team and other cross-functional departments, including marketing, regulatory affairs, finance, and purchasing, to support the commercialization of new bakery products. This role demands adaptability and readiness to travel between the Toronto and Hamilton bakeries, as well as bakeries located in the Atlantic region. The work schedule must remain flexible in order to accommodate the diverse production timelines and operational requirements of the bakeries.

Key Responsibilities

Take a leadership role in resolving product and process issues encountered by the bakeries. Develop and implement actionable plans, ensuring accountability among all bakery teams for meeting established timelines. Lead the commercialization of new product launches, product reformulations, and productivity initiatives within regional bakeries, ensuring seamless execution and successful outcomes. Develop comprehensive product and process specification documents to support new product launches, ensuring clarity and consistency across all stakeholders. Ensure all project team members understand their deliverables and are equipped to meet project deadlines, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment. Guide plant management teams in implementing cost reduction strategies for products and processes, driving operational excellence and efficiency. Support Quality Assurance in addressing quality-related complaints, including internal product evaluations, consumer feedback, reduction of rejections, and other quality improvement initiatives as required. Serve as the technical baking lead for plant management and engineering teams during projects involving modifications to manufacturing processes and/or equipment, ensuring the continued delivery of high-quality products. Provide training and coaching to bakery employees on ingredients, baking techniques, processes, and equipment, enhancing team knowledge and operational capabilities.

Experience & Education

University degree in Food Science (note: candidates with equivalent training, combined with experience deemed relevant will be considered during the selection process); 5+ years of experience in a bakery environment is preferred.

Competency working with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook is a must

Demonstrate leadership skills to interact with and lead project teams effectively. Strong verbal and written communication; able to lead through challenging situations and update on project status Must give attention to detail and rigor in follow-ups; Must demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and professionalism. Must have a problem-solving philosophy focused on analyzing statistics and/or factual data

The annual salary range for applicants is: $67,700 - $100,000, which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other factors.

Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.

Innovation: Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.

The Bimbo Way: We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way.

We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes! This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.

If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day, apply today!!

Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.

We thank all interested applicants, but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.

Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at CB_Accessibility@grupobimbo.com.