Diversity manager Jobs in Vaughan, ON

Are you a proven manufacturing leader looking for a pivotal role in a state-of-the-art facility? Join a global leader in the specialty food industry as the Plant Manager / Director of their newest and strategically significant factory in North America.Why This Role?This is not just another factory leadership role—it’s an opportunity to shape the operations of a landmark facility that represents the future of food manufacturing. With cutting-edge technology and a focus on innovation, this site is poised to become a key driver in meeting growing consumer demand for "Well-Being Inspired" products, such as sugar-free and high-protein options.What You'll Lead : As Plant Manager / Director, you will oversee a 500,000 sq. ft. facility with a production capacity of over 50,000 metric tons of liquid and molded specialty products annually. You’ll lead a dedicated team of functional managers across production, supply chain, quality, and continuous improvement, among others, while steering operations that employ over 500 team members.Your Key Responsibilities : Strategic Leadership : Guide the factory to deliver world-class operational performance, aligning with the company’s ambitious transformation goals under its global leadership.Innovation : Drive the production of specialty products, catering to growing consumer trends in healthier, high-protein, and sugar-free options.Team Development : Foster a culture of excellence, empowering your functional leaders across production, HR, quality, supply chain, SHE, and technical operations.Performance Excellence : Spearhead initiatives in continuous improvement (CI), sustainability, and process optimization to achieve efficiency and environmental targets.Stakeholder Collaboration : Work closely with regional and global leadership to align the site’s objectives with the company’s broader strategic priorities.Why Join Our Client?Impact : Lead a flagship factory in one of the world’s most recognized specialty brands.Innovation : Be part of a company revolutionizing food manufacturing to meet evolving market demands.Growth : This is their newest facility and the largest in the region, making it a unique and high-impact opportunity.People-Centric : Collaborate with a skilled and diverse team dedicated to operational excellence and innovation.Your Background : 10+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership roles, preferably in food, FMCG, or a related industry.Proven expertise in managing large-scale operations and delivering results in a complex, fast-paced environment.Strong leadership skills with a focus on team development, collaboration, and operational excellence.Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Integrated Work Systems (IWS), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)) and a strong commitment to sustainability and safety standards.Exceptional communication and strategic thinking abilities, with a track record of working effectively across regional and global stakeholders.Ready to Lead a Landmark Facility?Join us in shaping the future of food manufacturing and make an impact in a role that combines strategic importance, operational excellence, and innovation.Apply now to take your career to the next level.