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Senior Site Engineer

Fort McMurray, AB

Our client is an industry leader in the construction, energy, wood, steel and environmental industries. The company has over 2000 employees in Canada, the United States and Europe.  The company has earned a reputation for delivering major and complex construction projects in a timely and competent manner.

Reporting to the President, the selected individual will be a hands on, self reliant, results and safety-oriented manager with significant heavy construction experience and demonstrated success in leadership and multi-project management. You will be involved in managing proposal efforts, estimating and participating in proposal presentation meetings. You will be responsible for bottom line performance for contracts management, client relations, engineering, production and scheduling for all Civil, Mechanical, Maintenance, Tank Farm and Quality Assurance initiatives at the Fort McMurray site.

The ideal candidate will have a strong drive, sense of urgency, and a demonstrated work history of a minimum five years engineering experience (Mechanical Engineer preferred) in large scale project management roles. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.co

General Manager

BC

Our client is a North American food company offering innovative case-ready solutions for progressive retailers in Canada and the United States.  The company has been in business for more than 15 years and employs over 600 people.  The company is differentiated by an exceptional commitment to food safety, product quality and continuous improvement. 

The General Manager is responsible for the ongoing profitability of the processing facility.   This includes effectively managing the relationships with all customers, ensuring that the company’s Brand Promise is met by the processing facility staff and management at all times and that their core values are reflected in their operating decisions, practices, policies and actions. 

Some of the key responsibilities for the General Manager include:

§         Key accountability for the profitable operation of the processing facility, including all production related activities, QA and food safety, effective maintenance program design and delivery, supply chain management, financial controls, human resources, and general office management and administration.

§         Providing the primary customer contact at senior levels to ensure the Service Center meets the customer Brand Promise of: “Defect free products, with service levels greater than 98% at the lowest processing costs in the industry.”

§         Ensuring customer concerns or issues are addressed by the appropriate company representative, and empowering the employees to resolve customer issues in as efficient a manner as possible.

§         Working with the processing facility management team, establish annual, semi-annual, quarterly and monthly objectives in support of the processing facility’s goals and objectives.

§         Working with the company’s senior management team to establish business development goals and contribute towards their achievement.

§         Ensuring the management and supervisors within the processing facility understand and model the company’s core values with respect to their customers, their employees, their suppliers and the communities in which they operate.

§         Functioning as the champion for continuous improvement within the Service Center, leading the management and employee teams to constantly improve productivity, processes and work practices. 

The General Manager will have many years of related experience in the food processing business, preferably within the retail ready meat sector.   A University degree, supplemented by significant progressively more senior management experience will position candidates to be considered for this important senior management role.  The successful candidate will have demonstrated a track record of delivering solid operating results in a way that encourages teamwork and employee engagement.   A thorough understanding of the financial implications associated with running a major meat processing facility will be required to be successful in this position. 

The successful candidate must be able to understand and demonstrate how the company’s core values can be delivered on a daily basis, within a fast paced, customer driven operating environment.  A focus on results, a bias for action and an effective personal leadership style will be necessary. 

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Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.co

Production Manager

BC

Our client is a North American food company offering innovative case-ready solutions for progressive retailers in Canada and the United States.  The company has been in business for more than 15 years and employs over 600 people.  The company is differentiated by an exceptional commitment to food safety, product quality and continuous improvement. 

The Production Manager is responsible for all of the production operations within the processing facility centre.   This includes effectively managing the day to day relationships on product specifications and production requirements with all customers, ensuring that the company’s Brand Promise is met by the processing facility production staff and management at all times and that their core values are reflected in their operating decisions, practices, policies and actions.  The Production Manager will ensure all food and workplace safety requirements are being met or exceeded. 

Some of the key responsibilities for the Production Manager include:

§         Ensuring customer concerns or issues are addressed by the appropriate company representative, and empowering their employees to resolve customer issues in as efficient a manner as possible.

§         Providing the daily production direction to ensure the processing facility meets their customer requirements.

§         As a key member of the processing facility management team, establish annual, semi-annual, quarterly and monthly objectives in support of the processing facility’s goals and objectives. 

§         Establish product specifications to meet customer needs.  Continually work with the production management to ensure staff understand and meet established product specs, production processes and procedures, food quality and safety requirements and the requirements for a safe workplace.

§         Manage the employee relations direction and activities within the production group.  Working effectively with the processing facility Coordinator to plan all raw material orders to meet the customers’ needs.

§         Ensure the production schedule (flow, production processes, staffing model, production floor layout, etc.) meets requirements.

§         Working with the Maintenance Manager to ensure a proper preventative maintenance program is in place. 

The Production Manager will ideally have a University degree, supplemented by ten or more years of progressively more senior management experience within the retail ready meat business.    The successful candidate will have demonstrated a track record of delivering solid operating results in a way that encourages teamwork and employee engagement.   A thorough understanding of all production processes associated with running a major meat processing facility will be required to be successful in this position.

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Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.co

Human Resources Manager

Southern AB

Our client is the second largest food production company in the Fortune 500 with one of the most recognized brand names in the food industry.  They require a Human Resources Manager for their plant in Southern Alberta.

This is a challenging HR position working in a fast-paced production/manufacturing environment. The position is responsible for all HR functions, including payroll, benefits, recruitment, training, community liaison, health services, employee record keeping, and policy.  This position will handle collective bargaining agreement interpretation/enforcement, ongoing development and implementation of all HR policies and procedures, coordination of all HR functions with plant management.  The incumbent must ensure applicable corporate policies and directives are implemented and maintained as well as ensuring tracking and reporting systems are operational and meeting plant and corporate requirements, and providing direction and leadership in the company, union, and employee relations. 

Interested candidates should posses a minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a unionized manufacturing environment.  The successful candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of HR functions and operating procedures, well developed interpersonal and professional communication skills, including experience in industrial labour relations and contract negotiations, understanding of statutory regulations applicable to HR – including all applicable Alberta labour laws and regulations to include, but not limited to: Alberta Employment Standards, Labour Relations, Human Rights, etc. You must have proven organizational skills and the ability to effectively delegate to manage time and resources.  In addition candidates should posses a Bachelors Degree in a related discipline.

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Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.co

Maintenance Manager / Supervisor

Central Alberta

Our food industry client has an immediate requirement for a Maintenance Manager / Supervisor for its central Alberta plant.  

The successful candidate will have a background related to preventative maintenance programs in a production line atmosphere.  The candidate will require a strong understanding and previous experience with “hands on knowledge” regarding boiler operations, fabrication, electrical, hydraulics, refrigeration and overall general maintenance skills.  A Power Engineer designation would be an asset.

 Qualifications:  

The ideal candidate will have strong administrative, organizational, delegation, purchasing and communication skills and abilities. 

An additional asset would be for the candidate to possess a Journeyman Millwright, Electrician or Refrigeration Certification.

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Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.co

Farm Marketing Representative

Alberta & Saskatchewan

Our client, is one of Canada's largest agricultural merchandisers and processors with interests in meat, egg, malt and oilseed processing; livestock feed, salt manufacturing, as well as crop input products, grain handling and merchandizing.

Position Overview:

The Farm Marketing Representative carries primary responsibility for sales of the company’s products and services to farm businesses in the local market.   Our customers are looking for sales representatives who understand and have a passion for farm business.  An active interest in the business world and a desire to be recognized for success by peers and customers is essential.

Principal Accountabilities:

Position Criteria:

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.co

Division Controller

Southern Alberta

DIVISION CONTROLLER

Our client is a successful and well established diversified agribusiness.  The organization is currently recruiting a Divisional Controller for its Southern Alberta operations.

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Division Controller is responsible providing support for accounting activities including daily and weekly financial forecasting, preparation of annual operating and capital budgets, preparation of monthly and yearly financial statements, reporting to internal and external users.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Prepare weekly financial forecasts;

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Account Executive

Calgary, AB

Reports to: Regional Sales Manager

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Purpose: To market and sell internet access products and data services.

Primary Accountabilities

• Hunter Role, acquire new business
• Achieve and exceed established monthly sales quota.
• Develop sources of sales leads and actively prospect for new sales opportunities.
• Conduct various prospecting activities, including telemarketing, cold calling, lead referrals, etc. in sufficient volume to ensure that sales targets are met.
• Update and maintain accurate records in Upshot CRM, providing forecasts and activity reports as required.
• Attend regular sales meetings, training and performance review sessions.
• Establish effective business relationships with key decision makers.
• Develop an understanding of the customer's business needs and future requirements.
• Prepare sales proposals and conduct sales presentations for prospective customers.
• Complete the necessary documents for the efficient processing of customer orders.
• Support the Customer Care Team when necessary to ensure customer satisfaction.

Education:

•  Minimum 3 years of experience in a business-to-business sales environment.
• Familiar with selling products or services with a sale's cycle of 2 weeks to 3 months.
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or related area is desired.

Skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Energetic and self-motivated "hunter" with a passion for new business sales.
• A strong sense of urgency and a burning desire to be the best.
• A closer with a proven track record of success in meeting or exceeding quota consistently.
• Effective phone interaction and cold-calling skills.
• Understands solution selling and creating value for business customers.
• Solid sales skills and understanding of how to manage a sales funnel.
• Proven ability to prospect and cultivate strong relationships with key decision makers and influencers.
• Ability to communicate and present confidently to any level of an organization.
• Knowledge of Internet access technologies and/or LAN/WANs is helpful.

Production Supervisor

Saskatoon, SK

Our national food processing client is currently recruiting a production supervisor for their manufacturing facility in Saskatoon.

POSITION SUMMARY:     

The incumbent supervises hourly employees on a shift within a department in the achievement of manufacturing workloads with due emphasis on quality, yields, efficiencies, food and employee safety.      

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·Plans manpower requirements for a department on a daily and weekly basis in order to achieve production volumes, takes ownership for product quality and standards, and yield and efficiency targets,

·Directs employees in the operation of plant equipment to meet quality, efficiency and yield standards, HACCP and sanitation procedures,

·Reviews all control plans relevant to this position,

·Prepares production and progress reports and ensures regular maintenance of equipment,

·Maximizes attendance and follow-up to reduce absenteeism by coaching, conducts Accident Investigations, and takes disciplinary statements and administers discipline in line with the Plant’s Discipline Policy,

·Provides leadership by instilling team goals and objectives; fosters good staff relationships in order to gain commitment from hourly employees,

·Ensures machinery and equipment are safe, hourly employees are trained and qualified on machinery prior to working on machinery and equipment,

·Undertakes to protect the health and safety of employees in accordance with established safe work procedures, company policies, and applicable provincial legislation.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION:

·A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a unionized food processing environment, demonstrated leadership skills,

·Post-secondary education or equivalent by having completed a recognized food processing, engineering technology, or business management program through continuing education,

·A strong communicator, both written and oral, who is confident, decisive, able to deal with conflict and yet achieve win-win results,

·Ability to function in a fast paced production environment

REQUIRED SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

·Must be outgoing and pleasant to deal with customer

·This position needs to be professional when dealing with employees. Direct, assertive and fair to the employee he or she deals with.

·Must be motivated and able to work independently and show leadership skill.

·Must have computer skills and good communication skills and good personal appearance.

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Maintenance Manager

Calgary, AB

Our client a national  food processing company, is hiring a Maintenance Supervisor for their Calgary location. 

This position will be responsible for:

• Supervision of trades people (millwrights and electricians) in the maintenance department of a manufacturing environment.

• Understand production requirements and day to day equipment operating issue

• Ensue open and effective communications with all departments

• Ensure the efficient operation of plant equipment and services, involving cost control, safety, and product quality.

• Continuously improve the preventive maintenance program to reduce downtime and improve overall maintenance costs.

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have at least 3 years of supervisory experience in a food-processing environment.

• Trade certification (Journeyman Millwright or Electrician) or post secondary education 

• Excellent knowledge of troubleshooting, adjusting or repairing of existing and new equipment including PLC’s.

• Experience working with operational budgets.

• Strong computer skills.

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Maintenance Supervisor

Calgary, AB

Our client is a value added food manufacturer.  The company is currently recruiting a Maintenance Supervisor in its Calgary plant.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will manage the day to day activities of the maintenance department. This position will be responsible for supervising various trades people, managing a maintenance program and budgets.

Qualifications:

• Candidates should have at least 3 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment

• A trade certification or degree

• A mechanical aptitude and the ability to multitask

• Work experience in a manufacturing or processing environment would be an asset

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Production Supervisor

Lower Mainland, BC

Winnipeg, MB

Our national food processing client is currently recruiting experienced production supervisors.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership values, have strong organizational and communication skills and must possess excellent trouble shooting and process improvement skills.  The individual will direct and manage the day to day efforts of the production staff to ensure that production goals are met and quality products are being produced efficiently and cost effectively.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in establishing production objectives and then manage the production process to reach or succeed the objectives

• Focus on maximizing production efficiency and minimizing plant waste levels while maintaining and improving product quality standards

• Provide hands on leadership and direction to production employees by coaching and managing in a positive and constructive fashion

• Communicate clearly, effectively and patiently with all employees

• Assist in scheduling employees and production shifts

• Develop and maintain a safe working environment

• Be flexible, capable and willing to be “hands on” to perform any technical or production related task

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Preference will be given to candidates with:

• Previous supervisory experience in a food processing facility – 3 to 4 years.

• Superior communications skills in a multi-cultural environment

• Previous demonstrated ability to manage production employees in a proactive and positive manner

These positions offer competitive compensation packages and provide an excellent opportunity for future career advancement.

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Production Supervisor

Chilliwack, BC

Our client a national food processing company is hiring a Production Supervisor for their location in Chilliwack, BC. This position will be responsible for the day to day operation of the production line. Shift work is a component of this position.

Candidates should have:

• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience in a food processing environment
• Post secondary degree/diploma would be an asset
• Knowledge of HACCP

• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Production Supervisor

Calgary, AB

Our client a major food processing company is seeking to hire an experienced Production Supervisor for their Calgary, Alberta location.  This position will be responsible for:

·       Scheduling employees and productions shifts with a multi-shift unionized environment

·       Maintaining the quality of product

·       Supervision of hourly unionized employees

·       Achieving production goals

The ideal candidate will possess:

·       Experience in a food processing organization

·       Experience supervising in a unionized environment

·       Strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills

·       HACCP knowledge

·       Results oriented and possess a successful track record in an ever-changing fast paced environment

·       A related degree or diploma would be an asset

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Grain Merchandiser

Saskatoon, SK

Our client is a dynamic, progressive, global organization based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.  They service the agricultural industry by providing a variety of different products and services.  Their mission is to improve farm profitability.  Due to continued growth they require a Grain Merchandiser in Saskatoon.

The successful candidate will have exceptional business development and customer relationships. The position requires experience in buying and selling grains and pulses crops.

Education and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years experience in grain/pulse marketing and strong customer relationships.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

You will be responsible for:

1. Daily sales of grains and pulse crops to customer accounts.
2. Coordination of procurement of grains and pulses internally.
3. Monitoring and managing positions.
4. Developing and expanding customer accounts.
5. Coordination with internal Logistics Team.

Compensation:

The employees enjoy a unique, exciting and personally rewarding work culture. The company will offer the successful candidate challenging assignments, competitive compensation, benefits, and skills-enhancement training.

Territory Farm Consultant

Southern Manitoba

Our client is a dynamic, progressive, global organization based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.  They service the agricultural industry by providing a variety of different products and services.  Their mission is to improve farm profitability.  Due to continued growth they require a Territory Farm Consultant in Southern Manitoba.

Reporting to the Sales Manager, the primary role of the Territory Farm Consultant is developing and maintaining a local presence in the community.

Education and Experience:

The ideal candidate will possess a superior communication skill set (interpersonal, oral, and written), and a farm background or agribusiness experience. Preference will be given to those individuals that are members of or eligible for membership in the Institute of Agrologists. Equivalent qualifications may be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position will be based in your assigned territory, but will include minor travel to trade shows, member meetings and occasional visits to the Saskatoon office for training and meetings.

You must be comfortable working independently and have strong self-management skills. You will participate in regular team conference calls but primarily work on your own to develop and service your membership base. You will be effective at working and communicating with producers, both in providing them assistance as well as achieving your goals. You will have a genuine belief in your accountability to the farmers you serve and to the mission of improving their farm profitability. You will have high ethical standards and be prepared to work as hard as the farmers you represent.

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Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Quality Control Technician

Alberta

Our client a national food processing company is hiring Quality Control Technicians.  This full time position has the potential for growth and upward mobility. Incumbents should possess:

• A degree or diploma in food science or related discipline Knowledge of HACCP procedure

• Some work experience in the food processing field would be an asset.

• This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Operational Management Training Program

Winnipeg, MB

Chilliwack, BC

Due to its continued success our client  is seeking candidates for their Operational Management Training Program.  The company is a growing industry leader in the deployment of case ready meat products.  They have carved a reputation in North America as an innovative processor of premium quality fresh meats for leading retail customers.  

This position will be reporting to the Production Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the success of our clients through maintaining the highest quality of product, achieving production objectives and pursuing personal excellence through the completion of the Operational Management Training Program.  The incumbent will effectively plan manpower requirements, supervise and develop production staff while verifying and implementing manufacturing procedures. 

The successful candidates will possesses: 1 to 3 years of supervisory experience preferable within a meat and/or food processing environment; complemented by a post-secondary education that shows a true commitment to continuous learning. The incumbent will be customer service and quality focused with a proven team oriented management style that fosters a reputation of trust with both clients and staff.  As the successful candidate you will be capable of creating a work environment that recognizes and welcomes opportunities for change associated with continual improvement while still maintaining the ability to efficiently problem solve day to day production issues in an expedient manner, while showing the utmost regard for staff and product safety.  You are comfortable with technology and possess a working knowledge of Microsoft Products such as EXCEL.

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.com

Tissue Winder Operators

Calgary, AB

THE COMPANY

Kruger Products Limited, formerly known as Scott Paper Limited, is Canada’s leading supplier of brand name tissue products for household, industrial and commercial use.  Through more than 75 years of excellence in product manufacturing, we currently represent approximately 30% of household tissue category brands such as Purex, Cashmere, Sponge Towels and White Swan – established products that deliver reliable quality and value.

THE POSITION

As a result of our continued growth, we have a requirement for additional Operators to operate a tissue paper production line in our Calgary facility.  Shift work is a requirement of this position.

THE APPLICANT

Successful applicants will have an excellent work record preferably in a manufacturing environment.  Candidates should possess strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to analyze and resolve operational problems involving high-speed packaging equipment.  Applicants must provide proof of Grade 12 and preference will be given to candidates with some post-secondary education.

THE BENEFITS

These positions present an excellent opportunity to work in a modern manufacturing facility with one of Canada’s leading companies.  These positions offer a starting salary of $21.00/hr and benefits package.

Interested candidates are encouraged to email their resume to careers@westernhr.co