Plant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We're on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you'll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that's what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let's tackle the climb together.

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Position Summary / Objective :

This position leads all manufacturing activity at a single facility and ensures outstanding performance and employee experience levels are achieved.

Reports to the Director of Manufacturing with Production and Sanitation Supervisors reporting to this role.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Safety & Quality Leadership
• Champion a Safety and Quality First culture , ensuring all employees understand and uphold high standards for producing safe, high-quality food.
• Lead all food safety, quality, and regulatory programs , including GMP, HACCP, CFIA, BRCGS, and related internal systems.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks , partnering with Quality Assurance and EHS to ensure strong sanitation, food safety, and environmental practices.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance, incident prevention, and product integrity while maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant workplace.
• People & Culture
• Uphold and live the Riverside values on a day-to-day basis
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing plant team that emphasizes collaboration, accountability, and ownership of plant goals.
• Create and sustain a culture aligned with Riverside's values, promoting engagement, open communication, and recognition.
• Build leadership capability through mentoring, training, and ongoing performance development.
• Drive succession planning and workforce development to ensure a strong talent pipeline that supports long-term company growth.
• Operational Excellence
• Oversee all aspects of plant performance — including production and sanitation — to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other Continuous Improvement tools to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Implement strategies that optimize capacity, drive throughput, and strengthen reliability.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Planning, R&D, Supply Chain, and Engineering to deliver on-time, high-quality products.
• Strategic Leadership & Planning
• Develop and execute a long-term operational strategy aligned with Riverside's business goals and sustainability commitments.
• Lead / support capacity planning, capital investment, and automation initiatives to support business growth.
• Use data-driven insights and KPIs to guide decision-making and improve performance.
• Contribute to company-wide strategy discussions as a key member of the operations leadership team.
• Financial & Resource Management
• Manage the plant's operating budget and capital expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness and efficiency.
• Optimize use of labour, materials, and energy while maintaining product integrity and safety.
• Support sustainability goals by reducing waste, improving resource efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact.

Education & Qualifications

Please note this role is an existing vacancy.

Salary Range

$150,000—$170,000 CAD

At Riverside, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. The range above reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. Exact compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education, and training, as well as other organizational needs, while balancing internal equity.

What we expect :

What We Offer :

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How to Apply :

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals with the job title you are applying for in the subject line or click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Disclaimer : As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.