We're proud to be Canada's #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country's top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada's favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. As part of Lactalis Group, the world's leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

We're proud to be Canada's #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country's top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada's favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. As part of Lactalis Group, the world's leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

Our flexible hybrid work model accommodates 40% remote work, adapting to the evolving needs of our workforce. Step into a collaborative hub with our revamped office, and enjoy free parking, endless coffee, delicious Lactalis snacks, an on-site gym, and more!

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, design, execution, and completion of projects within strict timelines, while ensuring budget compliance and delivering technically sound solutions within our manufacturing facilities. This role requires a robust foundation in engineering principles, excellent project management skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.

Project Planning and Coordination

Lead CAPEX development project plans (ranging from small and medium-sized to large-scale projects), schedules, and budgets.

Coordinate resources and ensure project milestones and deadlines are met.

Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with management and stakeholders.

Communicate project expectations and status to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear manner.

Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential issues,



and develop contingency plans.

Technical Design and Analysis

Apply technical expertise to conceptualize, design, and evaluate manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems.

Ensure that all work performed by or on behalf of the company complies with project management procedures, as well as all applicable standards, codes, regulations, and best practices.

Technical Documentation

Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including specifications, drawings, and technical reports.

Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Risk Management

Identify potential risks and challenges related to project execution.

Develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans to minimize disruptions and ensure successful project delivery.

Work closely with other departments, including Production, Maintenance, and Procurement, to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and alignment.

Communicate project updates and provide technical support as needed.

Promote excellence across all activities and functional groups to support safe operations, product quality, reliability, increased productivity, waste reduction, and cost optimization.

Coaching and Development

Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members and contractors, fostering accountability, engagement, and high performance in assigned responsibilities.

Vendor Management

Collaborate with external suppliers and service providers to source materials, equipment, and services required for project implementation.

Quality Assurance

Establish quality control measures to ensure compliance with product standards and specifications.

Conduct inspections and audits to verify adherence to quality requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Continuous Improvement

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, productivity, and safety.





Maintain awareness of emerging technologies that can improve efficiency, reduce costs, enhance workplace safety, and strengthen product quality.

Perform additional responsibilities and projects as assigned to support business needs.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical Engineering preferred)

Five or more years of engineering experience within a world-class organization

Financial and budget management expertise

Knowledge of the food manufacturing industry, maintenance instrumentation, and PLC and SCADA control systems

Bilingualism (French and English) is required.

A Competitive Base Salary

Company Vehicle or Car Allowance A Performance-Based Bonus System

4 Weeks of Vacation A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%

A Volunteer Day to give back to your community

Learning and Development opportunities A commitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobility

Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do.

We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities. We apply an equal access to employment program and invite women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and people with disabilities to apply.

If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team – confidentiality will be maintained.

Le bilinguisme est requis puisque le poste exige des communications fréquentes avec nos partenaires, nos usines et notre siège social qui se situent hors Québec.

Bilingualism is required as the position involves frequent communications with our partners, our factories, and our headquarters located outside Quebec.

📌 Ingénieur senior (Gestionnaire, projet ingénierie) (Granby)
🏢 Lactalis Canada
📍 Granby