Posted 24 months ago
Plant Manager III - CDN
@ Chemtrade
Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta
Overview
Chemtrade is hiring a Plant Manager in Fort Saskatchewan to run all site operations, including safe production, EHS and ISO compliance, reporting and the site capital program. The role is salaried, Monday to Friday at 40 hours per week, with overtime as business needs require. Base pay is $130,000 to $150,000 plus benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day plant production and quality
- Ensure EHS compliance and safety performance
- Manage site CAPEX and budget
- Prepare production, cost and performance reports
- Lead plant managers and supervisors
Requirements summary:
- Science or engineering degree preferred
- 5+ years in a related management position preferred
- Hands-on chemical plant operations and maintenance experience
- Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
- Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2024-11-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Business operations |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Management experience | 5+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
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Chemtrade
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Full company description
Chemtrade is a publicly traded (TSX: CHE.UN) Chemical Manufacturing and Handling Company. With Headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations across North America and Brazil, and over 1.6B in Sales, Chemtrade operates a diversified business providing Industrial Chemicals and services to our customers in the Oil and Gas, Water Treatment, Pulp & Paper, and Food & Beverage industries. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Impact, Growth, and Diversity By joining our team, you will have the chance to be part of a vibrant and growing company. As a company that has grown and continues to grow by acquisition, we offer an exciting work atmosphere and opportunities to make a real impact. Our vision to be a Great Chemical Company is supported through our EPIC values (Excellence in Operations, People First, Integrity and Customers) and our commitment to the Health and Safety of our employees, and the communities we work in through Responsible Care®. Our friendly work environment fosters positive interaction between employees within and throughout our 60+ locations. We treat our employees with fairness and equity, value diversity, and recognize the benefits of an inclusive work environment. Safety is at the core of our culture and something that we never compromise on. At Chemtrade, we take pride in rewarding our employees for their commitment, performance and hard work by offering a variety of programs and services. We offer a comprehensive and very competitive health and wellness program, including medical, dental, paid vacation and a fitness activity subsidy. Our unique culture enables employees to thrive in a supportive and engaging workplace. We offer exciting programs like Employee Recognition and Rewards (CHEers!), and Chemtrade University.
- LinkedIn followers
- 33,214
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 1,243
- Reported office locations
- 155 Gordon Baker Rd, Toronto, Ontario, CA
- Business categories
- Chemical
- Waste Management
- Industrial
- Commercial
- Food and Beverage
- Manufacturing
- Water
- Other recorded names
- Chemtrade
- Specialties
- Sulphuric acid
- Sodium hydrosulphite (SHS)
- Liquid sulphur dioxide (SO2)
- Sodium chlorate
- Zinc oxide
- and Water treatment chemicals
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- Reported total investment
- 538,209,241
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Chemtrade is a publicly traded (TSX: CHE.UN) Chemical Manufacturing and Handling Company. With Headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations across North America and Brazil, and over 1.6B in Sales, Chemtrade operates a diversified business providing Industrial Chemicals and services to our customers in the Oil and Gas, Water Treatment, Pulp & Paper, and Food & Beverage industries. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Impact…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Chemical Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 2001 |
| Specialties | Sulphuric acidSodium hydrosulphite (SHS)Liquid sulphur dioxide (SO2)Sodium chlorateZinc oxideand Water treatment chemicals |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 14 |
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Job Description
Position: Plant Manager
Primary Location: Fort Saskatchewan
Shift: Salaried - Monday to Friday - 40 hours/week; Overtime needed as per business needs and training objectives.
Reports to: Regional Manufacturing Manager
Compensation: $130,000 - $150,000 + Benefits
The range shown reflects the targeted pay scale. Actual pay within the range depends on work location and factors such as skills, experience, and education. Specific salary details can be discussed during the hiring process. Posted compensation reflects base salary only and excludes bonuses, benefits, pension contributions, and other incentives.
Chemtrade Benefits Highlight Booklet _Come Work With Us
At Chemtrade, we deliver innovative solutions focusing on safety, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. We value and respect all our employees, recognizing that our diverse and talented workforce is the heart of our success. By putting people at the center of our operations, we build strong connections, nurture innovation, and create fulfilling work experiences for all.
About this Role and About You
This individual manages all aspects of operations at the facility. The plant manager ensures the safe operation of the facility, ensures environmental compliance, is accountable for achievement of plant performance objectives and product quality, and monitors plant expenditures and budget. The incumbent will oversee some activities (i.e. manufacturing, maintenance) with his direct reports and will manage/direct others (i.e. quality, EHS, engineers) in coordination with the site Quality Manager, EHS supervisor and Engineering group representative. He/she will also ensure the satisfaction of customers by delivering product on time (working directly or indirectly with Logistics and Customer Service department). The incumbent is also responsible for managing the site CAPEX program. This is the top management position at the facility.
Key Responsibilities
Actively manage sites’ day-to-day activities in the production of safe, quality products. 55%
o Performs hands on operator and maintenance duties as required – e.g. making batches, loading trucks, repair of equipment, etc.
o Provides motivation, guidance and direction in all plant activities.
o Approves plant expenditures.
o Maintains sites housekeeping standards and supports 6S initiatives.
o Assures product quality meets customers’ requirements
o Assures product deliveries meets customers’ requirements
o Assists at other plant locations when possible
o Provides technical support for customers as required
o Ensures proper staffing of the plant.
o Focus on Continuous Improvement activities/projects to support value-addition and cost reductions.
- Interface with Chemtrade and other personnel regarding safety, EHS audits and addressing EHS issues. 20%
o Responsible for the overall safety performance at the site/plant.
o Perform routine daily plant walks to monitor activities and safety issues.
o Perform STOP observations.
o Periodically audit work in progress and post completion to ensure that all
- Chemtrade policies, standards and procedures are followed.
o Serve as the management representative for the site’s Responsible Care program.
o Ensure timely reporting, investigation, and corrective action for EHS incidents.
o Ensure timely closure of IMS action items.
o Assure site compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements
o Assist in the preparation of site-specific safety and maintenance procedures.
Interface with customers, regulators, and Chemtrade personnel on quality audits, and on addressing quality issues. 10%
o Serve as the management representative for the site’s ISO program.
o Represent the site in customer audits.
o Assist in or provide resources for quality investigations.
o Assist in or provide resources for corrective actions.
o Assure plants are maintaining requisite ISO records
o Assure site compliance with ISO and NSF requirements
o Assist in the preparation of site-specific quality procedures
Report and communicate site performance. Prepare Plans 10%o
o Prepare periodic reports on production, spending, reliability, EHS, Capex, etc.
o Prepare and present same at periodic meetings.
o Prepare weekly performance reports
o Prepare annual production plans.
o Prepare maintenance PM and outage plans.
o Prepare capital and period cost spending plans
Interface with sales and marketing to ensure site goals are aligned with the business goals. 5%
o Participate in periodic planning meetings.
o Review production orders and schedules to ensure material (type, quantity and specification) is available for scheduled orders.
o Provide site resources for maintaining a living production and shipping plan that is consistent with the business plans.
o Interface with customer service and customers as needed.
What You Need To Be Successful
- Minimum Position Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
- 5+ years’ experience in a related management position preferred.
- Demonstrated hands-on experience in chemical plant operations and maintenance required.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to act independently and on own initiative.
- Advanced proficiency in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel etc)
- 0 - 5% travel required. Primary travel within region to assist with vacation/sickness coverage. Travel for attendance in Manufacturing Department functions as required.
What Chemtrade Offers You
Embracing Diversity, Maximizing Results
At Chemtrade we are committed to cultivating a work environment that embraces and values the unique qualities of every employee. We believe in harnessing the richness of diverse talents, ideas, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive our business forward. Our vision is to create a workplace where all individuals feel respected, empowered, and inspired to contribute their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.
In our culture, we celebrate multiple approaches and viewpoints. To foster an inclusive environment, we actively encourage the creation of Employee Resource Groups. These groups provide platforms for employees to share their unique perspectives, contribute their ideas, and help shape our inclusive culture. Together, we strive to build a workplace that recognizes and celebrates the diverse voices within our organization.
We recognize that the diversity of our employees is paramount to our organization's success. It is through the diversity of perspectives that we develop and shape programs and tools that support our employees' growth and career management. Join us in our journey towards building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and promotes the personal and professional development of our employees.
We recognize the immense value of Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) in fostering an including and supportive work environment. Our ERG’s serve as vital platforms for employees to connect, share experiences, and celebrate their unique backgrounds and perspectives.
We firmly believe that diversity drives innovation and fuels our success as an organization. By encouraging the formation of ERG’s, we aim to create a workplace where all individual feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work and contribute their diverse talents and ideas. Additionally, we understand the importance of work-life balance and the well-being of our employees and their families. That is why we proudly offer a range of family-friendly benefits and opportunities for career growth and advancement.
We are committed to supporting our employees at every stage of their lives and ensuring they can thrive both professionally and personally. Join us and be a part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and the well-being of it’s employees.
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