Plant Manager

About

KIT Recruitment is partnering with a Saskatchewan-based processing organization seeking a Plant Manager for their North Battleford facility. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on day-to-day plant operations, team supervision, and driving the improvements needed to bring the facility to full operational capability. If you are someone who leads from the floor, takes ownership, and gets things done, this could be a great fit.

Key Details

• Competitive salary
• Schedule: Full-time, permanent
• Location: North Battleford, SK
• Vacation: Paid time off

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations including production, cleaning, sizing, splitting, loading/unloading, and maintenance, ensuring food safety and quality standards are consistently met
• Identify operational issues and implement practical solutions to improve plant efficiency and output
• Supervise and support plant staff, ensuring adherence to safety standards, company policies, and applicable legislation
• Manage grain specifications, receiving standards, and equipment performance for cleaning and splitting operations
• Support maintenance activities to minimize downtime and keep equipment running reliably
• Foster a positive team environment that supports safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Assist with budget tracking and cost management within the processing department
• Monitor plant performance and contribute to reporting, planning, and process improvement initiatives
• Build and maintain working relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and customers
• Work closely with management to align day-to-day operations with company goals and standards

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent hands-on experience
• 5+ years of experience in a plant, processing, or manufacturing environment, including some supervisory or leadership responsibility
• Experience in food manufacturing, agri-food, or a regulated processing environment is an asset
• Familiarity with safety regulations and food safety standards
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Solid communication and team leadership abilities
• Comfortable tracking budgets and contributing to cost management
• Proficiency in relevant software for maintenance planning and documentation
• Lean Six Sigma certification is an asset
• Electrical certifications (433A, 442A, or 309A) are considered an asset