Senior Director of Operations

Why You Will Love This Organization
Our client is an established leader in the  regulated consumer goods manufacturing industry , known for its commitment to  innovation, quality, and operational excellence . With a significant footprint in Ontario and an expanding global reach, the organization combines  science, technology, and people-first values  to deliver products that improve lives.

The company is entering an exciting phase of transformation, enhancing operational efficiency, driving growth, and investing in its people and processes to sustain long-term success.

The Impact You Will Have
Reporting to the Vice President, Canadian Operations, as  Senior Director, Operations , you will lead a  multidisciplinary production facility  encompassing cultivation, processing, packaging, warehousing, and maintenance functions. You’ll shape the strategic direction of the site, strengthen its culture of safety and compliance, and optimize performance across operations.

This is a high-impact leadership role, ideal for an experienced manufacturing executive who thrives on  building teams, driving efficiency, and achieving measurable results .

What You Will Do

Develop and execute  strategic operational plans  that align with the company’s vision and growth objectives.

Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve productivity, quality, and service delivery while optimizing costs.

Champion a  culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement .

Oversee compliance with  GMP, HACCP, GPP , and related regulatory standards.

Drive  succession planning , mentorship, and leadership development across all site departments.

Collaborate with senior leaders in  Finance, Supply Chain, Engineering, QA, HSE, and Production Planning  to align priorities and share best practices.

Lead process improvement initiatives to strengthen KPIs, efficiency, and quality outcomes.

Manage operational budgets and resource planning to ensure cost-effectiveness.

Develop proactive  risk management strategies  and ensure business continuity in the face of supply, labour, or regulatory challenges.

What You Will Bring

Bachelor’s degree in  Science  or  Engineering is required  (master’s preferred).

10+ years  of progressive leadership experience in  manufacturing, CPG, or pharmaceutical operations .

Proven experience managing large teams (100+ employees) and senior-level managers.

Demonstrated success in  GMP-regulated  or equivalent quality-driven environments.

Expertise in  process optimization , cost management, and operational transformation.

Strong people leadership skills with the ability to  build high performing, engaged teams .

Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Commitment to compliance, continuous improvement, and collaboration.

Work Environment

Location:

On-site manufacturing facility in  south-central Ontario .

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with flexibility to lead across day & afternoon shifts.

Environment:  Fast-paced manufacturing site requiring regular floor presence, collaboration, and oversight of safety-critical operations.

May involve moderate physical activity, variable temperatures, and occasional weekend or holiday work based on production needs.

CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE
This search is being conducted  confidentially . Details regarding the organization and its operations will be shared with qualified candidates during the interview process.

JOB VACANCY STATUS
This role is currently vacant, and the organization is accepting applications with the intention to hire as soon as possible.

HIRING RANGE
The anticipated annual starting salary range for this role is  $-,  +35% annual bonus, +25% LTI, +4 weeks vacation, +11 statutory holidays, +Health & Dental (after 3 months), +stock options, +RRSP, +health & personal spending account.

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