Engineering Manager

Unilever•Toronto, ON

1d•CA$98,200 - CA$147,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Manager plays a critical role in delivering this ambition at the Rexdale Factory by leading the site’s engineering strategy, capital investment program, and technical capability development. Reporting to the Head of Factory, this role is accountable for end-to-end capital delivery, asset reliability, utilities optimization, and engineering governance, ensuring full alignment with Unilever’s Unilever Manufacturing Systems (UMS) standards. This position is instrumental in accelerating our journey toward zero defects, zero waste, and zero losses, while building a strong engineering culture rooted in safety, quality, and continuous improvement. You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet. Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
Minimum 5+ years of progressive engineering experience in FMCG or high-speed manufacturing environments
Proven track record of successfully delivering capital projects end-to-end (scope, cost, schedule, safety, and quality)
Effective communication skills, able to simplify complex technical topics for diverse audiences
Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop engineering or technical teams, building capability and fostering a high-performance culture
Experience in driving team engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and levels
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, performance-driven manufacturing environment, managing multiple priorities

Nice To Haves

Experience with industrial control systems (e.g., PLCs, SCADA), including troubleshooting and implementation
Experience with World Class Manufacturing (WCM), TPM, or Lean methodologies, with practical application
Strong knowledge of utilities systems, including refrigeration, steam, compressed air, and water management
Experience in maintenance, asset management, and reliability engineering

Responsibilities

Own and deliver the factory’s capital agenda, including innovation, savings, capacity expansion, and infrastructure upgrades
Ensure all projects are delivered on time, in full, on budget, and in compliance with Unilever safety and quality standards
Drive robust project governance, including stage-gate discipline, financial tracking, and post-launch benefit realization
Manage capital planning, forecasting, and system compliance. (e.g., SAP / internal capital tools)
Provide clear reporting and governance through the Project Board and leadership forums
Define and deploy engineering standards and best practices aligned with Unilever Global Engineering
Lead site delivery of Unilever’s Compass / Climate & Nature goals (energy, carbon, water)
Drive reduction of utilities baseload and improve efficiency across refrigeration, steam, water, and electrical systems
Partner cross-functionally to deliver site sustainability roadmap and targets
Drive loss elimination through AM, PM, Focused Improvement (FI), and Quality (Q) pillars
Build capability in problem solving, root cause analysis, and countermeasure implementation
Coach teams to identify, prioritize, and eliminate chronic losses
Uphold Unilever’s safety-first culture and ensure compliance with PSM, H&S, Food Safety, and Quality standards
Ensure adherence to machinery safeguarding standards (e.g., CSA Z432) and engineering compliance requirements
Embed safety and risk management into all engineering designs and activities
Manage third-party contractors and suppliers in line with Unilever procurement strategy
Build strong partnerships with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Global Engineering
Negotiate effectively to optimize cost, performance, and service delivery