Plant Manager

Leclerc is a family business with 118 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,900 employees in eight plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

Reporting directly to the Senior US Operations Director, the Plant Manager’s primary responsibilities include the daily management and coordination of plant operations while ensuring profitability of operations and compliance with all labor, safety, environmental, and corporate policies and regulations. The manager oversees operations including production, maintenance, sanitation, receiving, and shipping. This key role provides leadership, ensures efficient communications between all departments, quality control, other plants when needed and corporate as well.

• Collaborate with the Senior Director to develop and execute annual plans and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with safety (OSHA), labor, and environmental standards.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Monitor plant expenditures and enforce company policies.
• Oversee production planning, resource allocation, and reporting.
• Coordinate with R&D and product teams on new strategies.

• Lead daily operations to meet production schedules safely and efficiently.
• Ensure preventive maintenance and minimize downtime.
• Analyze and resolve production issues to reduce losses.
• Support audits and maintain compliance with safety standards.
• Manage external suppliers and special projects as needed.

• Hire, train, and mentor staff to meet performance goals.
• Ensure team members are properly qualified and licensed.
• Provide leadership through direct supervision and team coordination.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Management, Operations, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) is an asset.
• 7–12 years of experience in the food industry in similar roles.
• Strong understanding of GMP and ERP systems.
• Experience with budgeting, financial practices, and expense management.
• Proficient in continuous improvement tools (e.g., Six Sigma, 5S, Lean).
• Solid grasp of safety systems and compliance enforcement.
• Proven leadership in motivating and developing teams.
• Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Adaptable, analytical, and results-driven with strong decision-making abilities.

• Earn a competitive salary
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• Benefit from a comprehensive benefits program
• Save on our products
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• Director

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing
• Food and Beverage Services
• Manufacturing

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