A results-oriented food processing plant executive with quantifiable success reducing operating costs, streamlining processes, improving throughput and maximizing resources.An expert with the installation of new process lines, the amalgamation of facilities, the start-up of new plants and the implementation of new food quality management systems. Has extensive food manufacturing expertise with considerable understanding of the entire product lifecycle from new product development and testing to raw material sourcing and production.A strategic thinker, process implementer and effective communicator as well as an empowering leader and influencer who can continually evolve a company to keep current while maintaining positive labour relations and ensuring safety and environmental obligations are met. Has a leadership style which emphasizes team motivation, training and development and provides clear direction to ensure smooth execution of production processes even when confronted with challenges.The roles below have involved the management and direction of operations and food manufacturing activities with most recent experience requiring overall responsibility for production, maintenance, quality, safety, environmental, new product development, sales and marketing, logistics, purchasing and inventory management. In addition, every position has required building and leading performance-driven, customer-focused non-unionized teams of up to 60 employees, reporting either directly or indirectly. Fluent in English and French (spoken and written).Comfortable with international travel.