Job Title- Project Manager (Engineering)

Location- Belleville, Ontario (onsite)

About Us:

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! 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. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time. 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

About the opportunity:

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, execution and finalizing of projects according to strict deadlines, within budget, and with credible technical solutions. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of the team members and third-party contractors/consultants in order to deliver project goals.

Critical Success Factors:

• Define project scope, targets and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Communicate project expectations/status to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Proactively manage changes within the project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans.
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
• Ensure all work performed by or on behalf of the company complies with company project management procedures and with all governing practices, codes and regulations.
• Promote excellence in all activities, including the functional groups, to support safe operation, optimal quality, improved reliability and productivity, waste reduction and cost improvement.
• Maintain awareness of new technologies as they relate to efficiency improvements, cost reductions, and workplace safety and product quality enhancements.
• The Project Manager heavily influences the short and long term capital plan for the site.

What you will bring:

• B.Sc. in Engineering (preferably Mechanical Engineering)
• Five or more years’ experience in Engineering within world class company
• Experience within processes, such as CIP systems, pasteurization systems, sterilizers
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
• Financial and budgetary skills
• Knowledge of food industry, maintenance instrumentation, PLC and Scada controls
• Good communication, listening, and presenting skills
• Ability to adapt to changing culture/environments
• Ability to negotiate

What Lactalis will offer:

Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:

• A Competitive Base Salary
• A Performance-Based Bonus System
• 4 Weeks of Vacation
• Benefits starting day 1
• A Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%
• Tuition reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/year
• 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 commitment:

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.

At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.

Our commitment to DEI:

Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. 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.

Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. 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.

Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer.

As part of our commitment to fairness, trust, and transparency and our ambition to be an Employer of Choice, the base salary range for this position is $99,100–$123,900 +

Please note: Along with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, your actual base salary will be fair, competitive, and be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $99,100.00-$123,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Belleville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person