Amhil North Americais a privately held Thermoforming Plastics Packaging company focused on delivering Best Value to our customers and partners. We provide smart, safe and sustainable packaging solutions for the consumer, industrial and foodservice industries in North America and Europe.

Over the past twenty years, Amhil has expanded its product offering to include drinking cups, portion cups and food packaging and now includes products that are 100% recyclable, produced with recycled content and available as carbon neutral.

Amhil North America is part of the Wentworth Technologies group of companies.

Overview

As the Production Manager, you will oversee daily manufacturing operations and lead a team of Production Supervisors to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production across all shifts. You’ll drive continuous improvement, uphold safety and environmental standards, and lead efforts to meet production goals, while coaching and developing your team.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Environment

• Lead the safety initiatives and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulation.
• Work closely with the Health & Safety team to implement policies and promote a safe, hazard-free work environment

Production Management

• Lead and support Production Supervisors to achieve daily production goals
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and training to meet business needs
• Handle conflict resolution, performance management, and team development
• Monitor production processes, identify areas for improvement, and take corrective actions

Quality Control & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to SQF, GMP, HACCP, and company quality standards
• Monitor and enforce compliance with food safety and sanitation policies
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and efficiency

Operational Oversight

• Oversee production targets and ensure on-time delivery
• Lead Lean initiatives to optimize machine utilization and reduce scrap
• Coordinate unplanned outages and resolve production bottlenecks quickly
• Manage production reporting, track costs, and communicate results effectively

What we are looking for

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (preferred)
• 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing, preferably in plastics or food packaging
• Proven ability to lead and coach teams in a unionized environment
• Strong experience with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of food safety regulations (Safe Food for Canadians Act) and HACCP, GMP, SQF
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Familiarity with manufacturing software and MS Office tools

What we offer

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package.
• Participation in our Profit Sharing Program (FT employees).
• Pension Plan (DCP) after 1 Year of Service (FT employees).
• Free Onsite Parking.

Application Process

This position is open to applicants legally authorized to work in Canada.
Amhil North America provides equal opportunities for all applicants and is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in Amhil!

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