Double Diamond Farms – Kingsville, ON
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Operations Manager is responsible for providing leadership and direction to greenhouse functions, and warehousing. Double Diamond Farms is expanding and seeking the right candidate to help continue company development and excellence. Operations manager plays a pivotal role in aligning operations of Double Diamond Farms with organizational goals.
Key Accountabilities:
- Deliver operational excellence across all departments and functions
- Collaborate with multiple departments and functions to achieve organizational goals
- Proactively monitor and analyze industry trends, developments and industry best practice
- Plan, execute and manage operations related to growing, maintenance, warehousing and the greenhouse
- Manage operational projects, ensuring they are completed on-time and within budget
- Ensure operations of Double Diamond Farms are planned and executed to meet organizational goals and in compliance with current regulations
- Manage relationships with key operations vendors
- Recognize potential problems and be proactive in executing preventative actions
- Build and support a team that is able to meet organizational goals and support company values
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Detail oriented, strong documentation and data entry skills
- Ability to relate across departments
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Proficiency with Microsoft software, Word, Power Point, Excel
- Strong problem solving abilities and creativity
Qualifications:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in science, horticulture or related field, required
- Minimum 5 years experience in a management role, preferred
- Minimum 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment, preferred
- Strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills, including analytical skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
- Ability to recognize and respond to changing trends and priorities
- Ability to work in and foster a collaborative team environment
- Proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft applications such as Word, Outlook and Excel
(Please Note: we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.)
Job Type: Full-time
Experience:
- operations management: 5 years (Preferred)