Process Leader

St. Catharines, ON | Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: $100,000–$115,000 + 15% Annual Performance Bonus

Are you an experienced manufacturing leader with a background in paper mill operations? We're seeking a hands‑on Process Leader to oversee a team of 30–40 unionized employees within a continuous manufacturing environment.

This is an excellent prospect to join an established organization that values safety, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and employee development. If you thrive on leading people, improving processes, and driving production performance, we'd like to hear from you.

What You’ll Do
Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 30–40 unionized production employees
Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all health and safety standards
Oversee daily production activities, troubleshoot operational issues, and minimize downtime
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction
Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Production to achieve operational goals
Lead equipment, process, and chemical trials to improve manufacturing performance
Analyze production data, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions




Ensure production targets, quality standards, and budgets are consistently achieved
Foster positive labour relations while ensuring compliance with the collective agreement

What We’re Looking For
Direct experience working in a paper mill is required
Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment
Experience leading teams in a continuous manufacturing operation
Previous experience supervising employees in a unionized setting is strongly preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pulp & Paper Engineering, or equivalent industry experience
Strong troubleshooting, decision‑making, and problem‑solving abilities
Excellent leadership, communication, and coaching skills
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word

Compensation & Benefits
$100,000–$115,000 annual salary
15% annual performance bonus
100% employer-paid health, dental, vision, life, and disability perks
Employer-matched Group RRSP
2–3 weeks vacation
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Professional development opportunities
Stable, long-term career with opportunities for growth
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