Role Overview
QLM Search is hiring a Director of Operations. This is a full-time role in Saskatchewan. posted 6 days ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Operations Director (Multi-Site)
Food Manufacturing
Saskatchewan, Canada
QLM is partnering with a vertically integrated food manufacturing and consumer business with ambitious plans to accelerate growth and value creation through transformation of manufacturing and supply chain performance.
We are seeking an experienced Plant Director / Operations Director to lead operations across a multi-site North American manufacturing network.
Reporting directly to the Executive Team, the Operations Director will have full responsibility for Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Planning, driving performance and capability across the organisation.
This is a high-impact Operations Director opportunity with a clear mandate to deliver a step-change in productivity, yield, customer service, operational discipline, and leadership effectiveness while building a high-performance team and culture that provides the platform for future growth.
This role requires a hands-on, commercially minded Operations Director / Plant Director who can balance strategic leadership with operational execution.
Key Requirements
Senior manufacturing leadership experience within food, ingredients, consumer products, or related process industries. Proven experience as an Operations Director / Plant Director within a multi-site or large scale / complex site for manufacturing. Strong operational excellence capability with a track record of improving productivity, yield, service levels, and cost performance. Ability to develop your team, strengthen organisational capability, and drive sustainable cultural change. Commercial mindset with the ability to partner effectively with innovation, sales, and customer teams to develop and commercialise new solutions. Broad understanding of supply chain, procurement, planning, and end-to-end operational management principles. Experience driving continuous improvement, performance management, and operational transformation initiatives.
The Opportunity
This is an outstanding opportunity for an Operations Director / Plant Director to shape the future performance and growth trajectory of a scaling food manufacturing business. The role offers significant influence, visibility, and the chance to create lasting impact across a multi-site operation.
Please apply directly or contact QLM Search for a confidential discussion.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Director of Operations position at QLM Search?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to QLM Search. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Director of Operations position at QLM Search located?
This position is based in Saskatchewan. QLM Search has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Director of Operations at QLM Search earn?
QLM Search has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Director of Operations role at QLM Search posted?
This role was posted on June 2, 2026 (6 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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