At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead Quality, Food Safety, and Continuous Improvement teams across Western Canada.
- Company: Join Lantic, a leader in the food industry focused on quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Bilingualism is an asset; travel between Taber and Vancouver required.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on organizational performance and drive positive change.
- Qualifications: 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, preferably in food or pharma.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Lantic is transforming its Quality organization to become a true strategic partner to Operations. As part of the evolution of our national structure, we are seeking an experienced and inspiring leader recognized for the ability to engage teams, develop talent, and drive positive organizational change. Reporting to the Corporate Director, Quality & Food Safety, this role will provide strategic and operational leadership for Quality, Food Safety, and Continuous Improvement across our Taber and Vancouver facilities. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned leader to make a significant impact on organizational performance while playing a key role in the transformation of our national Quality organization.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the Quality, Food Safety, and Continuous Improvement teams across the Western region;
- Develop, coach, and inspire managers and teams while fostering a culture of accountability and high performance;
- Serve as a strategic business partner to Operations leadership to improve overall site performance;
- Lead regional continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence initiatives;
- Influence business decisions through data-driven insights and key performance indicators;
- Promote best practices and process harmonization across sites;
- Oversee non-conformance management, investigations, corrective actions, and improvement plans;
- Participate in leadership committees and contribute to the development of the company's strategic priorities;
- Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and sustainable performance;
- Ensure compliance with quality, food safety, and regulatory requirements;
- Support the deployment of organizational transformation initiatives and strategic objectives;
- Collaborate with national functions to implement harmonized processes and best practices across Canada.
QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field;
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience managing teams;
- Significant experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the food or pharmaceutical industry;
- Experience leading a unionized workforce is strongly preferred;
- Experience in Quality, Operations, Production, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, or related manufacturing leadership functions;
- Proven success leading organizational change and transformation initiatives;
- Multi-site leadership experience is considered a strong asset;
- Transformational leadership;
- Exceptional ability to influence, align, and engage cross-functional stakeholder groups;
- Strong communication, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills;
- Strategic mindset combined with a hands-on operational approach;
- Demonstrated success in talent development and succession planning;
- Strong change management capabilities;
- Results-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement;
- Bilingualism (English and French) considered an asset;
- Ability to travel regularly between Taber and Vancouver.
Manager, Quality, Food Safety & Continuous Improvement – West employer: LANTIC INC.
Lantic is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the development of its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With a focus on quality, food safety, and continuous improvement, team members are empowered to lead transformative initiatives while enjoying opportunities for professional growth in the vibrant regions of Taber and Vancouver. The company values strategic partnerships and innovation, making it an ideal place for experienced leaders looking to make a meaningful impact.
