Process Team Manager

Redpath Sugar is located on Toronto’s historic downtown waterfront and has been a part of Canada’s heritage for more than 160 years. Our brand is the oldest food‑related trademark in Canada and is recognized across the country. Redpath Sugar is part of ASR Group, the largest cane sugar refiner in the world.

You are an engineer technologist with leadership experience in a fast‑paced, complex manufacturing operation. You have a proven track record and a strong mechanical aptitude, excellent analytical thinking and problem solving skills and a drive for continuous improvement. You enjoy a challenge and have the energy and vision to recognize and implement improvement opportunities both independently and as part of a team with members of all levels of an organization.

• Accountable identifying and implementing improvements in Process equipment throughput, quality, safety and efficiency
• Manage the day‑to‑day issues and operations in the refinery
• Working closely with operational personnel to understand problems, perform troubleshooting and develop solutions together
• Use strong continuous improvement skills to enhance system reliability and identify/implement productivity and cost improvements including new technologies.
• Show thorough understanding of the interactions between machine, materials, methods, environment, and people to provide robust operating systems.
• Provide key technical support in capital projects and new product and Process equipment testing/start‑ups.
• Ensure safety and quality aspects of the equipment meets company requirements
• Provide documentation, operator and maintenance training and support.
• Design and develop capital projects for new equipment installation
• Provide guidance, training and development to supervisors and hourly operators
• Other duties as assigned

• B.S. degree (or technology diploma) in Engineering, Process Science or related field from an accredited college/university.
• 5+ years of experience in Process engineering technology, Process development, quality engineering, or manufacturing.
• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role in a unionized environment
• A demonstrated ability to select and apply sound engineering practices and principles to the design and development of high volume consumer products Process.
• Strong background and proven results in Leading Continuous Improvement efforts through the application of Lean Manufacturing and 6 Sigma Activities.

• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Recognized technical abilities and practical experience with strong capabilities in the following areas:
  Theory/functionality of manufacturing systems and unit operations;
  Continuous improvement;
  Statistics and analytical methods;
  Process measurement and control;
  Mechanical aptitude;
  Troubleshooting;
  Ability to understand and apply general engineering principles
• Manage multiple projects with overlapping tasks and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lead diverse teams to challenge the status quo to achieve operational improvements
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems, develops solutions, and quickly implements their strategy.
• Proficient skills specifically in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook are required.
• Fundamental understanding of food standards, safety and sanitary regulations and good manufacturing practices

• Manages a team of 9 Supervisors and oversees department of approximately 50 hourly associates within a unionized facility

• $106,500 to $156,600
• The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

Job applicants must already be legally eligible to work for Redpath Sugar Ltd. in a full‑time permanent role. The company does not provide immigration sponsorship or support for this role.

For more than 100 years, our employees have taken pride in “Making Life a Little Sweeter” by providing our customers and consumers with quality service and sugar products. Our commitment to that principle drives us in all that we do and encourages us to uphold our company’s high ethical standards of business conduct to ensure our continued success. Redpath Sugar Ltd.

is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live, including those with disabilities. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of our recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.