General Manager
Canada, Ontario, Eastern Ontario
Experience: 6-9 Years
Food Production
Introduction
General Manager - Alinova Canada Inc.
Location: Morrisburg, Ontario
Reports to: Executive and Technical Leadership Team
About this role
- Oversee all daily operations of the Morrisburg facility including production, quality control, safety, maintenance, and logistics.
- Drive the facility startup phase, including operational commissioning, workforce recruitment and training.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations, health & safety standards, and environmental policies.
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
Team Development & Leadership
- Build, inspire, and lead a cross-functional team committed to excellence, accountability, and shared success.
- Foster a culture of open communication, continuous learning, and mutual respect.
- Provide hands-on coaching and development for staff at all levels.
- Work closely with executive leadership in Canada and Japan to align local activities with global objectives.
- Contribute to the development and execution of business plans, budgets, and forecasts.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for growth, innovation, and cost optimization.
Cross-Cultural & Global Collaboration
- Serve as the primary operational Canadian liaison to Canadian and Japanese leadership and colleagues.
- Demonstrate cultural awareness, humility, and sensitivity in all interactions with the Japan-based team.
- Facilitate effective communication and understanding across time zones, languages, and business practices.
- Represent Alinova Canada within the Eastern Ontario community, supporting local employment initiatives and regional development goals.
- Build relationships with municipal leaders, local suppliers, and community stakeholders.
Agility & Flexibility
- Take on additional responsibilities as needed in a dynamic and evolving environment.
- Adapt quickly to change and be prepared to address challenges beyond the traditional scope of a GM role.
Is this you?
- Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial operations, with a strong preference for greenfield or plant startup experience.
- Proven track record of managing teams, budgets, and complex operations.
- Experience working in or with Japanese companies or a demonstrated understanding of Japanese business culture is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead both strategic initiatives and tactical execution.
- Bilingual (English/French) is an asset; Japanese language skills are a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree is an asset.
- Willingness to be on-site in Morrisburg and lead by example.
What we offer
- The opportunity to build and lead a new facility from the ground up.
- A role where no two days are the same - you'll be in the trenches, not behind glass walls.
- The chance to work with a purpose-driven company committed to regional growth and cross-cultural collaboration.
- A supportive leadership team with a global vision and a local heart.