Plant Manager

MST Rebar is a profitable, privately owned Canadian company that’s growing over 30% a year and changing how the world builds. Our product, MST-BAR, is a corrosion-proof, lightweight alternative to steel rebar that helps bridges, roads and buildings last decades longer, with less maintenance and a smaller environmental footprint. MST-BAR is the world-wide leader in producing high-quality GFRP rebar.From our Toronto headquarters and manufacturing operations in North Carolina, we’ve grown past 250 people and are now expanding internationally. We have the stability of a successful business and the energy of a company on the rise.Because we’re privately owned, we can invest for the long term and keep the close-knit, family feel that got us here. We know each other, back each other up and live by “Do it right, do it once.” We give people real responsibility, welcome new ideas and create opportunities for those who step up. Here, your work is visible, and it matters.Position Overview
The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing all aspects of manufacturing operations at the Woodbridge facility. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role ensures safe, efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality operations while achieving production targets, customer commitments, and overall business objectives. The Plant Manager provides leadership to production and support teams, drives continuous improvement initiatives, manages operational costs and resources, and ensures strong coordination across departments to maximize productivity, equipment reliability, and plant performance.This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring strong manufacturing and operational management experience, excellent cross‑functional coordination skills, and the ability to drive accountability, continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout the facility.Standard Job Responsibilities – Manufacturing Plant Manager
A Manufacturing Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing while meeting production targets and business objectives.Below is a standard list of responsibilities suitable for a formal job description.Oversee all daily manufacturing and plant operations.Develop, implement, and monitor production schedules to meet customer demand.Ensure production targets, output levels, and delivery commitments are achieved.Optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and resource utilization.Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions.Ensure effective coordination between production departments and supporting functions.Manage plant capacity, labour requirements, and equipment utilization.Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
Promote and maintain a strong health and safety culture throughout the facility.Ensure compliance with applicable occupational health and safety regulations.Establish and enforce safe operating procedures and workplace policies.Oversee safety training, inspections, incident investigations, and corrective actions.Ensure environmental compliance, waste management, and sustainability initiatives.Maintain compliance with applicable regulatory and industry standards.Quality Management
Ensure products meet established quality standards and customer specifications.Oversee implementation and maintenance of quality management systems.Work closely with Quality Assurance to address defects, customer complaints, and non-conformances.Drive continuous improvement in product quality and process consistency.Establish quality performance objectives and monitor key quality metrics.Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively.Develop and manage the annual plant operating budget.Monitor manufacturing costs, operating expenses, and production variances.Identify opportunities to reduce labour, material, overhead, and operational costs.Improve productivity and overall plant profitability.Manage capital expenditure projects and equipment investments.Monitor key financial performance indicators and implement cost-control initiatives.Leadership & Employee Management
Provide leadership, direction, and accountability to plant management and supervisory teams.Develop and mentor department managers, supervisors, and employees.Establish performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews.Promote employee engagement, teamwork, and accountability.Identify training and development opportunities.Support workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and succession planning.Address employee relations and workplace performance issues.Maintenance & Equipment Management
Oversee plant maintenance and equipment reliability programs.Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance schedules are followed.Minimize equipment downtime and unplanned production interruptions.Ensure facilities, machinery, and production equipment are maintained properly.Develop equipment replacement and capital improvement plans.Work with Maintenance and Engineering to improve equipment performance and reliability.Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
Lead continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and other operational excellence practices.Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, and process flow.Reduce scrap, rework, waste, and manufacturing downtime.Establish measurable improvement objectives and track results.Promote employee involvement in problem‑solving and process improvement.Supply Chain, Inventory & Materials Management
Coordinate with Purchasing, Planning, and Supply Chain to ensure material availability.Maintain appropriate raw material, work‑in‑process, and finished goods inventory levels.Ensure production schedules align with customer demand and material availability.Oversee material handling, warehousing, and shipping operations.Support supplier performance improvements and resolve material‑related production issues.Minimize excess inventory, shortages, and material waste.Customer Satisfaction & Business Performance
Ensure the plant consistently meets customer delivery, quality, and service expectations.Work with Sales and Customer Service to address production capacity and delivery requirements.Support customer audits, quality reviews, and operational assessments.Resolve significant operational issues affecting customer satisfaction.Align plant objectives with overall company strategy and business goals.Strategic Planning and Business Performance
Develop short‑term and long‑term operational strategies.Establish plant objectives aligned with corporate business goals.Identify opportunities for growth, expansion, and increased capacity.Evaluate new technologies and manufacturing processes.Report plant performance to senior management.Lead organizational and operational changes.What You Bring
Post‑secondary education in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field is preferred.Strong leadership, communication, organizational and problem‑solving skills.Hands‑on approach with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.Strong understanding of production planning, scheduling, labour management, quality control and workplace health and safety.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and manufacturing or ERP systems.Experience That Sets You Apart
5–7 years of progressive experience in manufacturing or industrial operations, including facility or multi‑department management.Proven experience leading production teams, supervisors and manufacturing personnel.Background in GFRP, FRP, composites, plastics, rebar manufacturing or other continuous production environments.Experience managing production costs, budgets, inventory and performance KPIs.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, root‑cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.Experience overseeing multiple production lines and driving measurable operational improvements.What’s in It for You?
We value strong leadership and recognize the impact our people make. As Plant Manager, you’ll receive a competitive yearly salary of $110,000 - $125,000, with eligibility for a discretionary bonus.What We Offer - Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation.Performance‑and tenure‑based wage increases.Extended health, dental, and vision benefits upon successful completion of probation.GoodLife Fitness membership discounts.Exclusive Co‑operators and Perkopolis discounts.Opportunities for career growth and development within a growing manufacturing operation.This is a hands‑on position in a fast‑paced manufacturing facility. Mandatory PPE, including steel‑toed safety shoes and safety glasses, is required.If you’re a hands‑on leader with a strong manufacturing background, a passion for operational excellence, and the ability to build high‑performing teams, we’d love to hear from you!MSTRebar Inc.
is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
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