Project Facilitator - Manufacturing - Jobs in Abbotsford British Columbia

Job Description

POSITION: Project Facilitator - Manufacturing REPORTS TO: PresidentOPPORTUNITIESWe are seeking a dynamic and innovative Project Facilitator - Manufacturing to coordinate projects around manufacturing optimization. Reporting directly to the President, this role will be pivotal in supporting operational efficiency and enabling the company to expand its capabilities into new product categories. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with key stakeholders, to ensure seamless integration of process changes, equipment upgrades, and new manufacturing capabilities.RequirementsHERE IS WHO YOU ARE…DRIVEamp; MOTIVATION

• You are health conscious and have values that align with Silver Hills
• You would love to work in an entrepreneurial environment where ‘change’ is the only constant
• You are excited to learn a new business and how things work
• You are motivated by challenges and willing to put in the extra mile to get the job done

CHARACTERamp; ABILITIES

• You are highly organized, methodical thinker with excellent communicationamp; presentation skills
• You are a relationship builder, and understand how to build relationships internally and externally
• You are analytical and a problem solver, with the capacity to make data-driven decisions

KNOWLEDGEamp; SKILLS

• You have proven experience in manufacturing, preferably in the food production or bakery industry.
• You have excellent project management skills.
• You are exceptional at problem-solving and have a data-driven mindset.
• You’re a strong communicator and collaborator, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments.

EXPERIENCE

• You have 5-7 years of relevant industry experience, preferably in food manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality standards
• Proven experience with data analysis and project management using various tracking tools

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Food Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is a plus, but not required.
• PMP designation

things you will do…

• Track and monitor strategic manufacturing and cross-functional projects where the President has direct involvement or interest.

• Maintain a portfolio view of key projects, highlighting interdependencies, critical paths, and potential risk areas.
• Ensure that for each project, a clear scope, budget, timeline, and stakeholder list is documented and updated using internal systems

• Work with project leads to ensure all project phases are reflected in a Gantt chart or similar timeline tool.
• Validate that budget parameters, milestones, and resource needs are identified upfront and monitored throughout.
• Develop summary briefs and dashboards that can be shared with the President and SLT, consolidating all project information into actionable insights.

• Serve as the communication bridge between project teams and the President, ensuring timely updates and issue escalation.
• Coordinate and facilitate regular project update meetings, including setting agendas, capturing action items, and following up on commitments.
• Represent the President in cross-functional meetings when needed, reporting back with clear summaries and decision/action points.

• Ensure cross-functional alignment between Operations, CAPEX Projects, Finance, Compliance, and other impacted departments as needed based on the project scope.

• Track potential gaps or delays in projects and alert the President and key stakeholders proactively.
• Document and escalate unresolved issues that may affect project success.

• Recommend improvements to project tracking, status reporting, and cross-departmental communication related to various projects.
• Help foster a culture of visibility, accountability, and efficiency as you support with and facitlitate key project execution

BenefitsWe offer our team members many benefits to help them achieve their goals and support our company culture:

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Competitive Healthcare Benefits Package
• Performance Bonus and RRSP Matching
• Free delicious and healthy bread
• Fitness incentive fund to help you thrive
• Friendly and supportive work environment and an ambitious team
• Discounts at our retail store with a great selection of healthy organic products
• Company social events focused around health, great tasting food and getting together as a team

Salary - 85,000 - 105,000Want to learn more about our mission and products Please check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube