Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.
You will lead the production operations in the Plant and delivering key performance targets (SQCDSM) in safety, quality, productivity, volumes, cost, sustainability, organizational morale. You will ensure our manufacturing strategy is implemented and is fully effective and you will strive to build a high performing organization.
How you will contribute
You will:
- Manages change/ transformation change/ transformation amongst the Operating teams in the implementation of IL6S-Integrated Lean 6 sigma phase journey, FoF-Factory of Future Line centric organization & roles (AM-Autonomous Maintenance, PM-Progressive Maintenance and an integrated 6 star model within operating Line teams) to progress into Self sufficient teams. Role models Values and principles through effective coaching, mentoring and development of the team.
- Support the Manufacturing annual operational plans and targets to meet Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Sustainability, Engagement goals in line with the site Compelling business need. coach Line Leaders, cascade & communicate the plans and targets to employees to ensure alignment and understanding around priorities, focus and KPI’s.
- Lead and be Accountable to establish a strong Governance to Review, Control Operational performance and Continuous Improvement plan and embed a zero loss mindset to constantly improve and deliver against best in class both internally and externally. Drive the Operating team to identify and manage improvements to technology, culture, capability and operating systems to deliver a best practice and reliable operation.
- Support all Manufacturing standards, Governance, Compliance requirements ( Corporate Quality, Food safety & GMP, Health, Safety, Security, Environment, Sustainability, Code of conduct, Policies & principles, Operational standards, Local legal requirements, Internal Audit norms, & other procedures updated from time to time) are in place, understood by all, and is regularly reviewed and monitored for effective implementation.
- Lead and be Accountable for Talent, Capabilities & Engagement for the Manufacturing team - identify and implement critical levers to attract, retain & develop critical talent and builds capability at all levels, technical and behavioral, to build a sustainable workforce profile for the future. Partner effectively with all multi-functional peers internally & externally (outside the plant) to achieve objectives, goals and KPI’s.
What you will bring
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
- Strong operational & manufacturing leadership experience in CPG industry with experience in TPM-Total productive maintenance, 5s, LEAN, 6 sigma tools and concepts
- Excellent communication (verbal & written), coaching, and leadership skills in a team-based environment. Demonstrated abilities in Analytics, problem solving and team building
- An Engineer with a strong financial & business acumen, project management skills and Knowledge of industrial maintenance and manufacturing equipment.
More about this role
Job Purpose
The Facility Manager is accountable for ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all plant infrastructure and utilities supporting manufacturing operations. This role drives world-class facility performance through strong maintenance practices, reliability engineering, cost optimization, and alignment with integrated supply chainobjectives.
The position plays a critical role in enabling production continuity, protecting assets, and supporting a high-performance culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
1. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
Champion a zero-harm culture aligned with company safety standards
Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies (HSE, food safety, GMP)
Lead risk assessments, permit-to-work systems, and safe contractor management
Own emergency systems (fire protection,Security system, etc.)
Manage plant security (through 3rdparty)
2.Quality and GMPCompliance
Manage facility cleaning program and cleaners
Closely workwith plant sanitation team to ensure Mondelez food quality and safety program are complying
Maintainproper documentation of records andparticipatein various safety and quality audits throughout the year and
3. Utilities & Infrastructure Reliability
Ensure uninterrupted supply of critical utilities (steam, compressed air, water, HVAC, power distribution)
Drive reliability of infrastructure systems using preventive and predictive maintenance strategies
Own and reduce utility-related downtimeimpactingproduction
Monitor system performance using KPIs and condition-based tools
4. Maintenance Strategy & Execution
Develop and implement best-in-class maintenance programs aligned with reliability principles (PM,PdM,BDE,RCM)
Utilize CMMS (, SAP PM) for planning, scheduling, and execution discipline
Eliminatereactive maintenance by improving planning accuracy and backlog control
Ensure effective shutdown planning and execution
5. Asset Management & Capital Planning
Develop long-term asset strategies and infrastructure master plans
Supportcapital projects related to facilities and utilities (capacity, modernization, compliance)
Optimizelifecycle cost of assets through reliability and maintenance excellence
Support site master planning and future capability expansion
6. Energy & Sustainability Leadership
Drive energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate goals
Monitor and reduce consumption of electricity, gas, water, and compressed air
Lead carbon footprint reduction initiatives and waste minimization
Ensure compliance with environmental standards and reporting
7. Contractor & Service Partner Management
Manage third-party contractors and service providers with clear performance expectations
Implement all maintenance and general procurement of sub-contractor services,schedulesand installations, and oversee that such repairs areaccomplishedin a safe andtimelymanner.
Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and technical standards
Optimizecontractor spend while building internal capability
Drive accountability through KPIs and service level agreements
8. Cost Management & Financial Performance
Manage facility OPEX andparticipatein developing facilitiesCAPEX budgets
Identifyand execute cost optimization opportunities without compromising reliability
Track financial performance and deliverwithincost targets
9. Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence
Apply Lean, TPM, and reliability engineering principles to facility operations
Eliminatelosses related to utilities and infrastructure inefficiencies
Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and problem-solving culture
Use data and digital tools to improve decision-making
10. Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams
Support operational targets (safety, quality, delivery, cost)
Act as a key contributor to site leadership and transformation initiatives
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineeringor Equivalent Experience
3rdor 2ndclass power engineer preferred.
7–12 years of experience in facilitymaintenance andmanagement in FMCG or food manufacturing
Strongexpertisein utilities systems (boilers, refrigeration, compressed air, electrical distribution)
Be the subject matter expert (SME) for plant facility equipment operation and maintenance
Experience with SAP PM or similar CMMS
Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and food safety standards
Key Skills & Leadership Behaviors
Strong leadership and people development capability
Ability to lead through influence in a cross-functional environment
Data-driven decision-making and analytical mindset
High sense of ownership and accountability
Continuous improvement and problem-solving orientation
Strong communicationand stakeholder management
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Utilitiesreliability and downtime impact on production
Maintenance schedule compliance (%)
Planned vs. unplanned work ratio
Energy consumption per ton of product
Maintenance cost vs. budget
Safety metrics (TRIR, near misses, compliance audits)
Contractor safety and performance
Working Conditions
Manufacturing plant environment (food production)
Combination of field presence and office-based work
On-call support for critical facility issues
High interaction withmaintenance,operationsand engineering teams
Leadership Expectation (Mondelez-Aligned)
Build capability within the team and reduce dependency on external support
Drive a culture where“zero losses” and “zero breakdowns” are actively pursued
Act as a role model for ownership, discipline, and continuous improvement.
Work schedule:
- Regular business hours M-F (On-site)
Salary and Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this position is $93,300 to $116,650 CAD depending on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible to participate in a highly competitive bonus program. Mondelez also offers several generous employee benefits (some subsidized or fully paid for by the company), including health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, and enhanced vacation and holiday entitlements. AI may be used as part of the recruitment process and in accordance with local laws. This posting is for a current Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
With several brands that are among consumer favourites, including Cadbury, OREO, Christie and Maynards, we are one of the largest snack companies in Canada. Many of our iconic brands are ranked first, second or third in their categories, and our manufacturers and pastry chefs have an enviable mission to create and manufacture chocolate, cookies, crackers and candy in our iconic factories and locations across Ontario. A company with many ambitious growth targets, we have invested close to $250 million in our Ontario plants in recent years alone; We run marketing campaigns promoting innovative products such as Cadbury Dark Milk tablets and OREO Birthday Cake and Peppermint Bark cookies. Our community of more than 2,683 employees is present across Canada and our head office is in Toronto. Passion and dedication characterize our Company. We encourage all our employees to be themselves at work, to speak out and to encourage diversity in all areas of activity. In addition, we foster a flexible work environment and place great importance on the notions of trust and empathy to promote a true sense of belonging.
Mondelez welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please note that the term "accommodation" in this posting means changes that are made in order to meet the needs of a person with disabilities and not lodging.
Job Type
RegularManufacturing supportManufacturing