We’re partnering with a majorunionized food manufacturerto hire a hands‑onEngineering Managerwho knows their way around machinery—not just the budget. This is a senior technical leadership role for someone with a trueengineering backbonewho can diagnose, repair, and optimize equipment without defaulting to external contractors.If you come fromfood manufacturing, rendering, edible oils, or high‑temperature processingand you’re the person others call when the machine actually needs fixing—this role was built for you.Monday–Friday | Day Shift$135K - $153KSalary (based on qualifications)Perks from Day 1Engineering Manager – ResponsibilitiesLead engineering and maintenance strategy to maximizeuptime, reliability, and efficiencyPersonally support and troubleshoot complex mechanical and process equipment when required—this is ahands‑on roleOversee daily maintenance activities and mentor technical teamsOptimize equipment design, layouts, and preventative maintenance programsEnsure compliance withGMPs, HACCP, and food safety standardsOwn CAPEX planning, execution, and long‑term asset strategyManage maintenance budgets and drive cost‑saving initiativesCollaborate cross‑functionally with Operations,



Quality, and ProductionMaintain high safety standards across all food processing equipmentContinuously improve engineering and maintenance processes, policies, and proceduresTrain teams and ensure adherence to safety and operational standardsEngineering Manager – QualificationsBachelor’s degree inEngineeringor equivalent professional designation443A or 442Aconsidered a strong asset5+ yearsin a senior engineering or maintenance leadership role withinfood manufacturingProven hands‑on engineering capability—able to repair and troubleshoot equipment directlyBackground inrendering, edible oil processing, high‑temperature processing, or similar environmentsCentrifugal equipment experience is a mustStrong understanding of rendering or thermal processing systemsExperience withCAPEX, project management, and equipment upgradesDemonstrated experience implementing safety programs and proceduresFamiliarity with maintenance tracking and work‑order systemsStrong budgeting and cost‑control experience within engineering or maintenance operations#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Engineering Manager, Food Manufacturing - $135,000 - $153,000 A Year (Toronto)
🏢 KIT Recruitment
📍 Toronto