Plant Manager
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Job Summary
About Us !
As part of the largest baking company in the world Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust like Dempsters Villaggio POM Bon Matin Stonemill Natural Bakery Takis Thomas Little Bites Vachon Hostess and more.
In business for more than 110 years the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.
At Bimbo Canada were more than just a bakery - were a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success and were looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Plant Manager to join our Calgary team. Reporting to the Senior Operations Director Western Canada this role is responsible for overall manufacturing performance and the day-to-day operations of the Calgary facility. The Plant Manager will play a key role in driving continuous improvement in collaboration with the leadership team.
Key Responsibilities:Experience & Education:
As part of the largest baking company in the world Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust like Dempsters Villaggio POM Bon Matin Stonemill Natural Bakery Takis Thomas Little Bites Vachon Hostess and more.
In business for more than 110 years the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.
At Bimbo Canada were more than just a bakery - were a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success and were looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Plant Manager to join our Calgary team. Reporting to the Senior Operations Director Western Canada this role is responsible for overall manufacturing performance and the day-to-day operations of the Calgary facility. The Plant Manager will play a key role in driving continuous improvement in collaboration with the leadership team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic leadership for all manufacturing operations ensuring safe efficient and highquality production across the facility.
- Establish and sustain a strong health and safety culture ensuring compliance with company standards and Canadian occupational health and safety legislation.
- Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement Lean manufacturing and datadriven decisionmaking.
- Own site level performance across safety quality service cost and delivery implementing sustainable improvement plans to achieve business objectives.
- Lead develop and inspire a highperforming leadership team building capability accountability and succession strength.
- Serve as the primary operational leader within a unionized environment fostering positive labour relations and effective workforce engagement.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety and quality standards including HACCP and GFSIrecognized programs while maintaining auditready operations.
- Oversee production planning maintenance strategy and capital investment planning to support short and longterm operational goals.
- Manage operating and capital budgets ensuring disciplined cost control resource optimization and return on investment.
- Partner crossfunctionally with Supply Chain Quality Finance HR and Commercial teams to align operational execution with enterprise priorities.
- Represent the facility as a leader within the broader organization contributing to regional and national operational strategies.
- Execute additional responsibilities as required to support business growth and operational excellence.
- Bachelors degree required; degree in Business Supply Chain or Operations Management preferred
- Minimum of seven years of progressive plant management experience ideally within a large food manufacturing or bakery environment
- Proven experience managing large operating and capital budgets with strong financial discipline
- Demonstrated ability to lead develop and engage highperforming teams
- Resultsdriven mindset with strong knowledge of KPIs performance metrics and safety systems
The annual salary range for applicants is: $110000- $140000 which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location work experience education and/or skill level among other factors.
Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training development and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.
Innovation: Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.
The Bimbo Way: We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is being very very good at what we do and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. Thats the Bimbo Way.
We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canadas Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of Canadas Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes! This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.
If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day apply today!!
Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.
We thank all interested applicants but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history reference credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.
Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity equity and belonging in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders visible minorities aboriginal peoples and persons with welcome applications from all interested individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process or would like more details about accessibility should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at
Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training development and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.
Innovation: Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.
The Bimbo Way: We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is being very very good at what we do and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. Thats the Bimbo Way.
We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canadas Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one of Canadas Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes! This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.
If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day apply today!!
Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.
We thank all interested applicants but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history reference credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.
Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity equity and belonging in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders visible minorities aboriginal peoples and persons with welcome applications from all interested individuals; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process or would like more details about accessibility should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Expense Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Management Experience
- Food Processing
- Operations Management
- Production Management
- Budgeting
- Plant Management
- Manufacturing
