Plant Operations Manager


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Job Title: Plant Operations Manager
Location: Biggar, SK, Prairies Canada, Canada

Company: The Rack
Industry Sector: Agribusiness
Industry Type: Input Retail, Cooperative and Related Crop Services
Career Type: Operations
Job Type: Full Time
Minimum Years Experience Required: 3
Salary: Competitive
Job Description:
POSITION TITLE: PLANT OPERATIONS MANAGER
REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR – FLEET, LOGISTICS, MAINTENANCE (FLM)
LOCATION: BIGGAR FERTILIZER TERMINAL
 
POSITION SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Director of FLM, the Plant Operations Manager will be responsible for identifying improvement opportunities related to process efficiency and controls. The Control Manager will also ensure all company policies and procedures are followed in relation to any government regulations, inventory requirements and health and safety expectations.
 
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Enhance and develop policies, procedures and service systems to meet the goals of the terminal, and customer and employee expectations
Ensure all procedures are being adhered to, and in collaboration with the Plant Assistant Manager, to ensure consistent buy-in of company-wide workforce
Closely monitor and accurately track inventory, and ensure all data is entered into the accounting system within rigorous company procedures
Coordinate logistics of incoming and outgoing loads with the various internal and external parties; retail locations, custom application and 3rd party providers
Lead by example with a hands-on approach with all aspects, duties and areas of the plant
Build client loyalty through collaborative solutions that meet customer needs and also maximize customer productivity and efficiency
Plan and action annual business goals, identifying seasonal milestones
Strive to reduce operational costs through focused process improvement activities
Other duties as required
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School graduate or equivalent
College graduate with a Major in an area of Business Administration, Agriculture, Commerce, or a combination of education and years of relevant experience
3-5 years of experience in a position within the agricultural industry, with a focus on processes and controls
Management experience in a high paced, procedure-focused work environment
Experience with modern fertilizer facility practices and methods is preferred
Budgetary experience related to forecasting and performance tracking
 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, exceptional communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to ensure adherence to location procedures
Ability to work closely with all levels of staff and management
Proficient in the use of computers and software including Microsoft Office Suite
Technical understanding of the agricultural fertilizer industry and plant operations
Familiar with The Rack as a company along with products/services available
Must live in or near the town of Biggar SK
 
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Job Post Date: 06/20/24
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