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Plant Manager - Engineered Wood Products Manufacturing

Plant Manager - Engineered Wood Products Manufacturing

The Mullings GroupBritish Columbia, Canada
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled Plant Manager to join their team in British Columbia, Canada, with experience working in forestry manufacturing.

The Plant Manager (PM) will operate a unionized mill of

This role requires relocation; moving assistance will be provided for the selected individual. Remote, hybrid, or camp shift work is not an option.

The Role

Safety

  • Demonstrate a genuine commitment to the safety, health and wellbeing of themselves and others.
  • Work with staff to recognize and eliminate safety hazards.
  • Ensure staff are trained in safe work practices and are compliant with regulations and policies.
  • Ensure that all aspects of the safety program are delivered to staff in a timely and effective manner.
  • Work with government representatives and regulators regarding compliance to regulation.
  • Accountable for overall site safety performance.

People Leadership

  • Champion staff engagement by developing and empowering teams and individuals.
  • Build trusting relationships by being genuine, understanding and approachable.
  • Develop staff through effective coaching, mentoring and performance management.
  • Provide specific and meaningful recognition so that people feel appreciated.

    • Operational

  • Oversee the day-to-day activities of staff and ensure they have the tools, resources and training required to do their job to the highest standard.
  • Work with Managers and service providers to ensure staff issues and concerns are heard and dealt with in a timely manner.
  • Ensure that leadership development and succession planning processes are in place and programs and resources utilized to improve internal bench-strength.
  • Build and develop diverse teams and an inclusive culture.

    • Financial

  • Develop and deliver the site budget.
  • Ensure overall margin is maximized vs. individual KPIs.
  • Participate in the sector budgeting process, annual production plan, and major equipment expenditures planning process.
  • Ensure all purchase approval processes are in place and followed. Ensure all staff know and understand their applicable DOA and how to use it.
  • Facilitate and support a culture that explores innovative ideas to further the strategic plan.
  • Identify areas of potential improvement, instituting and / or recommending changes.
  • Maintain knowledge and awareness regarding new products, practices, techniques and equipment in the industry.

    • Qualifications

  • A minimum of 5 years of relevant leadership experience.
  • Technical experience manufacturing wood products.
  • Experience working in a unionized environment.
  • Proven team leader with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in leading and managing change.
  • Strong planning, goal-setting and project management skills.
  • Strong safety mindset and ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.