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Operations Manager
@ KIT RECRUITMENT
Woodbridge, Ontario
Overview
KIT Recruitment is hiring an experienced Operations Manager for a commercial bakery manufacturer to lead manufacturing operations across production, quality, maintenance, warehouse and sanitation. The role is hands-on, mostly on the production floor, and reports to the Managing Director/CFO. Salary is up to $100,000 plus a 10% performance bonus, Monday to Friday day shift, with 3 weeks of vacation to start.
Responsibilities:
- Lead manufacturing operations across production, quality, maintenance and warehouse
- Track KPIs, staffing and waste and drive improvements
- Oversee SQF, HACCP and GMP food safety programs
- Coach managers, supervisors and employees
- Manage inventory and operating budgets
Requirements summary:
- 5 to 7 years of progressive bakery manufacturing management
- Working knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMP and OHS
- Strong mechanical aptitude or food processing equipment knowledge
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-12
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Warehouse |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Performance bonus |
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KIT RECRUITMENT
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We make it happen, together! Recruitment Specialists in the Manufacturing, Food Sector, Consumer Package Goods and 3PL.
Full company description
KIT Recruitment was founded on three main principles. Knowledge: Over 22 years of hands-on direct recruitment experience in Food Manufacturing- Animal Processing, Bakery & Confectionary and Commodities, Construction & Building Materials and Industrial Manufacturing. Integrity: Strong moral principles in dealing with clients and applicants throughout the hiring process. Trust: Forming key relationships with clients and applicants which in turn produce beneficial results for all. Give KIT Recruitment a call today! Our team is looking forward to a partnership with you on your next staffing mandate. www.kitrecruitment.com [email protected]
- LinkedIn followers
- 56,707
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 9
- Reported office locations
- Toronto, Ontario, CA
- Other recorded names
- KIT Recruitment
- Specialties
- Animal Processing
- Food Manufacturing
- Industrial Manufacturing
- and Construction & Building Materials
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- Yes
KIT Recruitment was founded on three main principles. Knowledge: Over 22 years of hands-on direct recruitment experience in Food Manufacturing- Animal Processing, Bakery & Confectionary and Commodities, Construction & Building Materials and Industrial Manufacturing. Integrity: Strong moral principles in dealing with clients and applicants throughout the hiring process. Trust: Forming key relationships with clients…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Staffing and Recruiting |
| Company size | 2-10 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2017 |
| Specialties | Animal ProcessingFood ManufacturingIndustrial Manufacturingand Construction & Building Materials |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 13 |
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KIT Recruitment is excited to partner with a commercial bakery manufacturer to find an experienced Operations Manager to lead their manufacturing operations!
This is an opportunity for a hands-on leader who spends most of their time on the production floor, coaching teams, solving problems as they arise, and building practical systems that help a small to mid-sized business run more effectively.
Operations Manager Details
- Salary: Up to $100,000 + 10% performance bonus
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day shift* Some flexibility may be needed when production issues arise.
- Benefits: Following the probationary period
- Vacation: 3 weeks to start
Operations Manager Responsibilities
- Lead manufacturing operations across production, operations support, quality assurance, maintenance, warehouse and shipping, and sanitation, reporting to the Managing Director/CFO.
- Set departmental goals, track key performance indicators, and lead daily operations meetings to coordinate priorities and meet production schedules and customer requirements.
- Monitor staffing, labour, productivity, downtime, and waste. Take corrective action and lead improvements that strengthen efficiency, quality, and profitability.
- Support SQF, HACCP, GMP, sanitation, allergen control, and traceability programs. Participate in audits and follow through on corrective actions.
- Oversee preventive maintenance and facility upkeep to improve equipment reliability. Support capital projects and equipment installations.
- Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety requirements. Participate in incident investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Coach and develop managers, supervisors, and employees. Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and succession planning.
- Oversee inventory control for raw materials, packaging, and finished goods. Maintain accurate stock records and proper rotation while keeping warehouse operations aligned with production needs.
- Help prepare and manage operating budgets. Monitor labour, overtime, maintenance, and other operating costs, and identify savings while maintaining quality, food safety, and customer service.
Operations Manager Qualifications
- 5–7 years of progressive management experience in bakery manufacturing, with a proven track record in a small to mid-sized business.
- Hands-on leadership style, with experience coaching teams on the production floor and holding them accountable for results.
- Ability to adapt as priorities change, take ownership of operational issues, and build practical systems and processes.
- Strong mechanical aptitude or a deep understanding of food processing or packaging equipment.
- Thorough understanding of food manufacturing operations, production planning, inventory management, and continuous improvement.
- Working knowledge of SQF, HACCP, GMP, food safety, and occupational health and safety requirements.
- Strong communication, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP or manufacturing systems.
Ready to Lead a Commercial Bakery Operation?
If you have bakery manufacturing leadership experience and enjoy coaching teams and improving how production runs, we want to hear from you!
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