Job Title: Production ManagerDepartment: ManagementReporting to: Plant ManagerLocation: Chatham, ONVacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.Greenfield is looking for aProduction Manager to join our growing team.Position Overview:Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Production Manager is responsible for establishing departmental objectives in the areas of Safety, Environmental Compliance, Production, Quality, and Operational Efficiency, while developing and implementing strategies that drive continuous improvement and sustainable results. This role has full ownership, accountability, and responsibility for all activities within the Production department, ensuring the safe, effective, and reliable production of industrial alcohol, fuel ethanol, DDG, WDG, CDS, corn oil, and CO2.The Production Manager provides leadership and direction to the Process Operators, Operations Coordinator, Production Engineer, and Process & Innovation Specialist, fostering a high-performing team focused on achieving departmental goals. Working closely with plant leadership, this position ensures operations are aligned with plant objectives, corporate standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.Who We Are:Greenfield Global is a leading producer and supplier of high-value, mission-critical raw materials, ingredients, and additives that are vital to businesses and integral to a lower-carbon economy. From start-ups to the largest brands in the world, customers trust Greenfield's extensive portfolio of premium products, regulatory expertise, and industry-leading service to improve people's lives and the health of the planet.Why Join Greenfield?We innovate, collaborate, and work with purpose. By unlocking the potential of people, partnerships, and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet, our work has a positive impact on the environment around the world. We're always looking for people who can bring new talents and experience to our team.Who You Are:University degree or college diploma in a related fieldA minimum of five years supervisory or leadership experience in a continuous process facility. Experience with alcohol production background is an assetProven experience in establishing a vision and setting objectives, and change managementExperience with performance management,



developing people and achieving results through othersAdvanced ability to evaluate and interpret technical reports and correspondenceGood knowledge of EH&S regulatory requirementsComfortable with people; proven experience of leading and facilitating teams of peopleHas clear communication, team focus and expectations. Assumes full ownership and responsibility over the department to develop team to their highest potentialA team leader, open-minded, and can work effectively with individuals from a variety of backgroundsA self-starter, practical person who is action-oriented after formulating a decisionA thinker who is committed, passionate and dedicated. A strategic thinker that can develop a vision and implement continuous improvement initiativesPossesses Company values of Honesty, Integrity, Respect and Commitment coupled with the ability to accept and drive change.Job Responsibilities:Implement, oversee, and comply with all Company health and safety, environmental, and quality policies and regulatory requirementsEstablish, prioritize, and lead implementation strategies to achieve department and plant objectives, optimal plant performance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Stay current on industry performance standards and best practices, and ensure that the plant facility meets or exceeds benchmark standardsDetermine future needs and priorities, and establish the technical direction for the process and departmentCollaborate, evaluate, and prioritize plant objectives, and participate in the development and implementation of business action plans as a member of the Chatham leadership teamWith respect to direct reports, the Production Manager is expected to:Establish objectives, priorities, and support team activitiesCommunicate regularly with all employees regarding operating requirements, and operating and procedural changesFoster a team-based cultureRegulate vacation policy and ensures that crew skills are balancedCoordinate training for the groupConduct regular safety and communication meetingsProvide growth opportunities for all reportsAdminister performance evaluationsResponsible for annual department budget, monthly cost reports,



and all relevant general ledger accountsWork closely with the Project and Innovation team to evaluate and prioritize capital needs and project scopeWork closely with the Maintenance team to optimize the efficiency of equipment and all planned outagesWork closely with the QA Manager to ensure excellence in product qualityTakes a lead role in and ensures compliance with ISO 9001 Quality Program standards and legislationTakes a lead role in and ensures plant compliance in GMPs, FSMA, FEMAS, FSSC and other food and feed safetyOther duties and responsibilities aligned to business objectives and in support of our core principles.Total Compensation & Care:Base salary dependent on experience and demonstrated performance– $145,000–$165,000Formal and informal training opportunitiesComprehensive health and dental benefitsIncome protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick timeVacation time exceeding industry standardsCompany funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunitiesMeaningful and challenging workCurated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communicationAbout UsWe own and operate five distilleries, four specialty chemical manufacturing and packaging plants, and three next-generation biofuel and renewable energy R&D centers. This integrated model enhances supply chain transparency, quality control, custom formulation development, and ultimately customer satisfaction.Core PrinciplesInnovation: We are constantly seizing opportunities to develop new products, processes and methods to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of our customers.Collaboration: We are part catalyst, part collaborator. We work with partners to get the most out of our existing products, and to develop custom solutions for our customer requirements.Responsibility: Our commitment to give back to local communities in the US and Canada goes beyond the bottom line. We give back to the planet by processing renewable resources into low carbon fuels and chemicals.Agility: Our team is not only fast, we has the flexibility and creativity to pivot with customer needs to develop custom-made, on-time solutions.Discipline: At every plant, and for every customer, for every shipment, we put quality first. We operate a tight, transparent supply chain while meeting the highest regulatory standards.At Greenfield, people—not AI—make our hiring decisions. We use AI only for routine administrative support and never to screen candidates or determine outcomes. Every application is reviewed by our team, and if any step involves increased AI use, we'll inform candidates in advance. We're committed to responsible, transparent, and fair hiring practices.

📌 Production Manager (Chatham-Kent)
🏢 Greenfield Global
📍 Chatham-Kent