We're partnering with a leading unionized food manufacturer to hire an Engineering Manager who thrives on solving complex equipment and operational challenges. This is a rare opportunity to lead engineering and maintenance initiatives within a highly specialized manufacturing environment, where your technical expertise will directly influence plant performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.

We're looking for a hands‑on engineering leader who is as comfortable on the production floor as they are in strategic planning discussions. If your background includes food manufacturing, rendering, edible oils, protein processing, or other high-temperature industrial operations, and you're known for finding solutions where others see problems, we'd love to speak with you.

Monday–Friday | Day Shift

$135K - $145K Salary (based on qualifications)

Benefits from Day 1

Engineering Manager – Responsibilities

Lead engineering and maintenance strategy to maximize uptime, reliability, and efficiency

Personally support and troubleshoot complex mechanical and process equipment when required—this is a hands‑on role

Oversee daily maintenance activities and mentor technical teams

Optimize equipment design, layouts, and preventative maintenance programs

Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, and food safety standards





Own CAPEX planning, execution, and long‑term asset strategy

Manage maintenance budgets and drive cost‑saving initiatives

Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Quality, and Production

Maintain high safety standards across all food processing equipment

Continuously improve engineering and maintenance processes, policies, and procedures
Engineering Manager – Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent professional designation

443A or 442A considered a strong asset

5+ years in a senior engineering or maintenance leadership role within food manufacturing

Proven hands‑on engineering capability—able to repair and troubleshoot equipment directly

Background in rendering, edible oil processing, high-temperature processing, or similar environments

Centrifugal equipment experience is a must

Solid understanding of rendering or thermal processing systems

Experience with CAPEX, project management, and equipment upgrades

Demonstrated experience implementing safety programs and procedures

Familiarity with maintenance tracking and work‑order systems

Strong budgeting and cost‑control experience within engineering or maintenance operations

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📌 Engineering Manager (Ontario)
🏢 KIT Recruitment
📍 Ontario