Plant General Manager (Dairy, Beverage Manufacturing)

Job summary

The Plant General Manager oversees all aspects of plant operations, including P&L management, production, engineering, quality, safety, and environmental compliance. They are responsible for developing business plans, leading site teams, and driving operational excellence to meet company and customer requirements.

Job details

Job Description Summary: The Coca-Cola Company (TCCC). Our vision is loved brands done sustainably, for a better shared future. It’s an exciting time to work in The Coca-Cola Company’s flagship market. We’re accelerating our momentum as the fastest-growing large consumer goods company in North America by putting people at the heart of our business and everything we do! The Peterborough Manufacturing Plant is key part of the North American Operating Unit of The Coca-Cola Company/Minute Maid. This pivotal role involves steering the strategic direction and overseeing all aspect of Plant Management—including P&L Management, Production, Engineering, Quality, Safety, Environmental (QSE), and Operational Excellence. As the linchpin of our plant operations, you'll ensure the seamless continuity of supply, spearhead the execution of our annual business plan, and drive key program implementations. Your leadership will cultivate an atmosphere of operational excellence and collaborative teamwork, all within a customer-centric framework. Key Responsibilities and Position-Related Functions Develop and execute 1-year and 3-year business plans in line with national, regional, and local objectives, including strategy, process, and program development. Lead and manage a team of direct reports while also providing inspirational leadership to a large number of indirect reports to maintain and further enhance employee engagement. Will ensure that the right level of capability is developed and maintained within the Plant for now and for the future. Will also identify, develop and grow the next generation of Local leaders through active performance management, coaching, feedback and the People Development Forum (PDF) process. Effectively communicate plant goals and objectives across all levels of the organization, ensuring alignment on relevant performance data. Be responsible for ensuring that the Plant achieves its annual business plan, implementation of key programs, compliance with all The Coca-Cola Company Standards and local regulations. This will require extensive use of standardized procedures, processes, technologies and equipment and will require close collaboration with other members of the Local Leadership Teams implementing agreed strategies in the Plant. Foster a safety-focused environment and promote an engaged safety culture Work closely with stakeholders to understand potential gaps, identify opportunities of improvement, and execute mitigation action plans to ensure full operational compliance to KORE expectations. Cultivate a culture that values operational excellence through continuous process improvement. Adopt and share best practices from within and outside the company. Demonstrate behaviors necessary for effective change implementation. Ensure manufacturing processes comply with company specifications and customer expectations. Meet the needs and service requirements of both internal and external customers. Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies. Represent the company responsibly in community affairs and maintain environmentally sustainable efforts. Oversee budget preparation, planning, and financial performance monitoring to ensure facility meets or exceeds budgetary commitments. Analyze reports and recommend operational activities to achieve optimal performance and annual key performance indicators. Lead site audits process and drive compliance with ISO and KORE standards Develop partnership with finance, marketing, supply chain services and labor relations for business growth and governance Education and/or Experience 10+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment is required 5+ years' experience in leadership roles for value added aseptic beverage processing/Fluid Milk or Juices required Bachelor’s Degree; Engineering, Food Science, Dairy Science, Science required, with proven knowledge of beverage manufacturing, dairy knowledge is highly desirable Experience leading and managing multi-million dollar capital projects required Experience working in a unionized environment preferred Experience working under manufacturing operating models based on KPIs, Continuous Improvement tools, Quality Tools and Gap Closure Action Plans Leadership experience within complex manufacturing facilities Working knowledge of Food Safety Principles, CFIA/PMO/OMAFRA/DFO/local and other regulations an asset Ability to implement fundamental TQM and Lean Manufacturing principals across the operations Good Understanding of GMPs, CIP operations, functionality and chemistry Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills Demonstrated leadership experience and success working in a fast-paced environment, managing 24/7 operations Understanding of key business drivers for gauging effectiveness and performance of groups and suppliers Proficiency in SAP and MS Office Business acumen and strategic problem-solving abilities Strong influencing and negotiation skills Skills: Influencing Pay Range: Canada: 175,000 - 201,000 CAD Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered. Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage: 30 Annual Incentive reference value is a market-based competitive value for your role. It falls in the middle of the range for your role, indicating performance at target. Location(s): Canada City/Cities: Peterborough Travel Required: 00% - 25% Relocation Provided: Yes Job Posting End Date: October 31, 2026 Our Purpose and Growth Culture: We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

What you’ll do

The Plant General Manager oversees all aspects of plant operations, including P&L management, production, engineering, quality, safety, and environmental compliance. They are responsible for developing business plans, leading site teams, and driving operational excellence to meet company and customer requirements.

Requirements

Candidates must have over 10 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in leadership roles within aseptic beverage or dairy processing. A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, or a related field is required, along with strong knowledge of manufacturing operating models and regulatory standards.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Financial benefits

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• SAP · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred
• Budgeting · Preferred
• Operational Excellence · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred
• Lean Manufacturing · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• P&L Management
• Strategic Planning
• Operational Excellence
• Team Leadership
• Change Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Food Safety
• Capital Project Management
• Continuous Improvement
• Budgeting
• Stakeholder Management
• Negotiation
• Influencing
• SAP
• GMPs
• Aseptic Processing
• Program Implementation
• Continuous Development
• Dairy Science
• Food Science
• Supply Chain
• Profit And Loss (P&L) Management
• Growth Mindedness
• Curiosity
• Planning
• Program Development
• Chemistry
• Auditing
• Business Acumen
• Business Planning
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Training And Development
• Employee Engagement
• Performance Management
• Finance
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Geography
• Governance
• Leadership
• Marketing
• Problem Solving
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Labor Relations
• Manufacturing Processes
• Multitasking
• Operations
• Production Engineering
• Coaching
• Safety Culture

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing General Manager
• Production Plant Manager (General)
• Manufacturing Managers
• Industrial Production Managers

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