Kingston, ONFull-Time | Permanent$115,000 - $130,000 + BenefitsLead Engineering at Canada's Only Infant Formula Manufacturing FacilityWe're partnering with a leading food manufacturer operating Canada's only infant formula production facility.This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced Engineering Manager who thrives in highly regulated manufacturing environments and enjoys leading multidisciplinary engineering and maintenance teams.Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll oversee engineering, maintenance, utilities, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives across a contemporary manufacturing facility producing products that Canadian families depend on every day.If you're passionate about operational excellence, food safety, reliability, and building high-performing teams, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.Why Join?Competitive salary of $115,000 - $130,000Senior leadership position with broad operational influenceLead engineering, maintenance, utilities, and capital projectsOpportunity to build and develop a multidisciplinary engineering teamStable, growing manufacturing organizationComprehensive benefits packageMission-driven work supporting Canada's infant nutrition supplyLong-term career growth opportunitiesWhat You'll Be DoingEngineering LeadershipLead engineering, maintenance, and utilities across a 24/7 manufacturing operationDevelop, mentor, and coach a multidisciplinary engineering teamManage departmental budgets, resources, and engineering prioritiesFoster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementPartner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Health & Safety to achieve plant objectivesPlant Engineering & ReliabilityOversee preventative maintenance and equipment reliability programsSupport production through technical troubleshooting and equipment optimizationManage mechanical, electrical, utility, and facility systemsEnsure compliance with engineering standards and operational best practicesImprove equipment performance,



uptime, and maintenance effectivenessCapital Projects & Continuous ImprovementLead CAPEX planning and executionSupport plant modernization and automation initiativesDrive TPM and continuous improvement programsIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency, reliability, and operating costsSupport energy management and sustainability initiativesFood Safety & Regulatory ComplianceEnsure engineering activities comply with GMP, HACCP, CFIA, FDA, and food safety standardsSupport regulatory inspections and compliance activitiesChampion a safety-first culture across engineering operationsEnsure all engineering decisions prioritize product quality, employee safety, and environmental responsibilityWhat We're Looking ForRequiredEngineering Degree (Mechanical or Electrical preferred)5+ years of engineering leadership experience within manufacturingExperience managing multidisciplinary engineering or maintenance teamsStrong knowledge of industrial maintenance, utilities, and manufacturing systemsExperience managing engineering budgets and capital projectsStrong understanding of continuous improvement and TPMExcellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skillsStrong AssetsFood manufacturing experienceDairy or beverage processing experienceGMP and HACCP knowledgeWastewater treatment (WWTP) experienceAutomation and industrial controls experienceSAP or CMMS experienceP. Eng. designationTSSA knowledgeIdeal BackgroundsCandidates from the following industries are strongly encouraged to apply:Food ManufacturingDairy ProcessingBeverage ManufacturingPharmaceutical ManufacturingConsumer Packaged Goods (CPG)Chemical ProcessingLife SciencesHighly Regulated ManufacturingWho Will Thrive Here?Engineering leaders who enjoy balancing people leadership with technical problem-solvingProfessionals passionate about reliability, safety, and continuous improvementLeaders who excel in fast-paced, highly regulated manufacturing environmentsManagers seeking a visible leadership role with meaningful impact on operations and product quality#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Engineering Manager (Food Manufacturing) (Kingston)
🏢 Remote People
📍 Kingston