Plant Manager - Toronto

Trevor Frances Recruitment • Toronto, ON

59d • Onsite

About The Position

Trevor Frances Recruitment is supporting a confidential search for a Plant Manager to lead a large-scale manufacturing facility in Toronto, Ontario. This role is ideal for an experienced operations leader who excels in complex, high-volume environments and is passionate about driving performance, safety, and cultural transformation. The Plant Manager will oversee all aspects of plant operations while fostering a strong, accountable, and safety-first workplace.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience within a large manufacturing environment
• Proven experience managing labour relations in a unionized setting
• Strong background in chemical processing, fibre, or a related heavy industrial sector
• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Operations, Business Management, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to lead large teams and drive operational and cultural change

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a multi-shift manufacturing facility of approximately 120 employees, ensuring production, quality, and shipping targets are achieved
• Lead and promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations
• Act as the primary point of contact for labour relations, building and maintaining effective relationships within a unionized environment
• Manage departmental budgets, monitor financial performance, and drive operational efficiencies
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and 5S methodologies, to enhance productivity and reduce waste
• Develop and support leadership capability within the plant through coaching, mentorship, and performance management
• Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across all teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed