Food Production Manager – Honey Processing

Join a growing food processing company

At Miel & Co, we transform honey from our hives into a range of gourmet and wellness products, right at our apiary in Portneuf.

Our company is growing rapidly and holds an RSAC license. We are looking for a food production manager who wants to put their expertise to work for a company where their involvement will have a direct impact.

Experience with honey is not required. We are looking for someone with solid experience in food processing. We will provide training on our products and processes.

Your role

As a food production manager, you will be responsible for all production operations at the apiary.

This is a very hands-on position. You will be the main responsible for the manufacturing of our products and will perform a large part of the daily operations of processing, packaging, labeling, and order preparation.

In parallel, you will ensure production planning, inventory management, regulatory compliance, traceability, food safety, and logistics of receiving and shipping to ensure efficient and compliant operations.

We are looking for a person who loves to produce as much as they love to manage operations.

Main responsibilities

Production

• Plan productions to ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Perform the transformation of our honey-based products.
• Perform packaging, labeling, and packaging of products.
• Adjust, use, and maintain production equipment (packaging machine, labeling machine, pumps, etc.).
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment to prevent breakdowns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment.
• Ensure the quality and compliance of manufactured products.

Quality, food safety, and compliance

• Ensure compliance with HACCP standards and requirements related to our RSAC license.
• Be responsible for the sanitation program.
• Complete and maintain up-to-date production, sanitation, and traceability records.
• Ensure traceability of raw materials and finished products.
• Collaborate closely with the HACCP coordinator to maintain and continuously improve the quality system.

Operations management

• Manage inventories of honey, raw materials, containers, and labels.
• Plan needs and place orders to avoid stockouts.
• Receive raw materials and supplies.
• Prepare orders and pallets for shipping.
• Operate a forklift (training offered if needed).
• Participate in the continuous improvement of organization and operational efficiency.
• Desired profile

You are a person recognized for your diligence, sense of organization, and efficiency in the field.

Requirements

• Significant experience in food processing.
• Good knowledge of HACCP standards and quality systems.
• Experience in record-keeping, traceability, and food safety.
• Experience in inventory management and production planning.
• Food establishment manager certification (MAPAQ)
• Proficiency with computer tools (Office Suite).
• Experience in forklift operation or interest in taking the training.

Desired qualities

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong diligence and attention to detail.
• Autonomy and sense of responsibility.
• Good ability to plan and manage priorities.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Good communicator.
• Ability to solve problems proactively.

What we offer

• Permanent full-time position.
• Daytime schedule, Monday to Friday.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Training on our equipment and production methods.
• Growing company where your contribution will have a direct impact.
• Human, collaborative, and stimulating work environment.

Experience

• Food processing: 2 years (Required)
• Location: On-site