Engineering Manager

Job Title Engineering Manager

Company Pure Hothouse Foods, marketed under the Pure Flavor® brand, is a family of greenhouse vegetable growers who share a commitment to bringing A Life of Pure Flavor™ to communities everywhere. Our passion for sustainable greenhouse growing, strong support for our retail & foodservice customers, and focus on engaging consumers is built on a foundation drawn from generations of growing expertise. We are the next generation of vegetable growers, inspired to put quality, flavor, and customers first by providing greenhouse‑grown vegetables from our farms that are strategically located throughout North America.

Job Summary The Engineering Manager will lead and work alongside a small team of Industrial and Process Engineers to drive process improvements, cost reductions, and efficiency gains across greenhouse and distribution operations. This role is both hands‑on and managerial—providing leadership, mentoring, and strategic direction while remaining actively involved in designing, developing, and optimizing production lines, equipment layouts, and operational processes. The Engineering Manager will ensure compliance with health, safety, food safety, and industry standards while promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and coach a small team of Industrial and Process Engineers & Project Managers, fostering skill development and accountability.

Develop and support the use of engineering standards, processes, and procedures.

Remain hands‑on by contributing directly to facility layout design, process improvements, and engineering projects.

Provide light maintenance support and hands‑on troubleshooting for equipment and machinery when technical issues arise.

Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams to identify root causes of downtime or quality concerns and implement corrective actions.

Design, optimize, and maintain production lines, workflows, and distribution processes for maximum efficiency and space utilization.

Oversee equipment installations, commissioning, and integration into existing systems.

Conduct cost‑benefit analyses for projects and present recommendations for capital investments.

Lead and participate in Lean, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, improve productivity, and enhance product reliability.

Develop and maintain labor standards, routings, and process documentation using Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and other lean tools.

Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Food Safety, HACCP, and PrimusGFS standards across all engineering activities.

Prepare technical specifications, request quotes, and manage relationships with suppliers and contractors.

Report regularly to operational leadership on engineering performance, project status, and team development.

Requirements and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of progressive engineering experience in greenhouse, food production, distribution, or manufacturing environments.

At least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead role.

Hands‑on technical background, including experience with equipment troubleshooting, light maintenance, and process optimization.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; CAD/AutoCAD experience required.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, GMP, HACCP, and PrimusGFS programs.

Experience with Click‑Up project management software is considered an asset.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to balance management responsibilities with direct technical contributions.

Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and project management skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of engaging with both technical staff and senior leadership.

Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment with shifting priorities.

Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team.

Work Environment

Hours of work may vary depending on business needs; flexibility is required.

Ability and willingness to travel with no restrictions.

This job operates in a clerical, office setting with moderate work in a refrigerated warehouse, where temperatures range from 45-55°F. The noise level in the work environment can be loud due to packaging machinery and forklift truck operation.

Role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Specific vision capabilities are required; employee is required to work in front of a computer, sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods.

The position requires the ability to lift 30‑pounds, occasionally up to 50‑pounds.

Compensation & Benefits This position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $100,000 CAD annually, commensurate with experience, skills, and internal equity. In addition, Pure Flavor provides a competitive total rewards package that includes company‑paid benefits, RRSP matching, and paid time off.

Equal Employment Opportunity Pure Flavor is committed to providing an accessible and barrier‑free environment for all individuals, including candidates and employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable accessibility and accommodation legislation, including the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) in Canada and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in the United States. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department.

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