Project Manager

Job Type:

RegularThe Project Manager - Maintenance participates in needs analysis, design, coordination and commissioning of CAPEX projects under $100,000 at the plant. He will act as site supervisor during the execution of the projects. In addition, he carries out or has carried out certain development, modification or troubleshooting work on PLC programs and operator interfaces. Attached to the maintenance department, he will be in charge of improving the reliability of equipment and he will replace the maintenance supervisor and the planner from time to time if necessary.

At Agropur, every role exists to deliver concrete results. What matters is real impact, not the volume of activity.

Agropur is seeking a Project Coordinator for its Beauceville plant.

The Project Coordinator participates in needs analysis, project design, coordination, and commissioning of CAPEX projects valued at less than $100,000 for the facility. The incumbent acts as a site supervisor during project execution. In addition, they perform or coordinate certain development, modification, and troubleshooting activities related to PLC programs and operator interfaces.

Reporting to the Maintenance Department, the Maintenance Project Coordinator will be responsible for initiatives aimed at improving equipment reliability and will occasionally serve as a backup for the Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Planner when required.

An environment that allows you to focus on what truly matters:

• Vacation entitlement based on recognition of years of service
• Flexible group insurance plan including telemedicine
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities to invest in your development (career growth, etc.)
• Pension plan with employer contributions
• Salary Scale 005: $84,600 to $105,800 (Base salary will be determined according to your academic background, experience, training, and position‑related competencies.)

Your role in achieving results:

• Prepares CAPEX investment requests under $100K, and coordinates and supervises related projects and work.
• Ensures follow-up training for maintenance employees, operators, and managers involved with automated systems.
• Implements the necessary modifications to improve specific manufacturing sectors and processes.
• Maintains, improves, and ensures the reliability of automation equipment, as well as remote troubleshooting and work tools.
• Performs and oversees the maintenance of documentation related to automated systems (program management protocols, Agropur Quality Program, HACCP, SCADA, software updates, etc.).
• Supports breakdown analyses (RCA/Failure Analysis) and deploys continuous improvement processes within the maintenance department.

What we are looking for to deliver these results:

• Relevant technical or university education (engineering, industrial technologies, or related field).
• 3 to 5 years of experience in managing manufacturing projects.
• Knowledge of GEM PLCs, Intouch operator interface, and AutoCAD 14.

A role for those who want to contribute to measurable and sustainable results.

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact.

Qualifications:

Education Required:

• DEC in computer science, electrical engineering in automated production or equivalent.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

Experience Required:

• Minimum of two (2) years in automated industry with achievements in instrumentation and programming required.
• Mechanical or industrial engineering.
• Knowledge of GEM PLCs, Intouch Operator Interface and Autocad 14 would be an asset.

Certification/Licensure Required:

• None

Skills Required:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with executives, managers, colleagues and individuals inside and outside the organization.
• Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Outlook and field-specific software.
• Basic math plus fractions, decimals and percentages, as well as algebraic calculations.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational skills, establish priorities, ability to multitask, and meet deadlines.
• Able to provide current, direct, complete, and “actionable” positive and corrective feedback to others, identifying issues and taking appropriate action.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to exchange basic informational data (fill out forms/checklists, copy data from one record to another, etc.); interview to gather information; advise others on alternatives/options; coach and counsel others; read, understand and explain technical data.
• Results driven, bottom-line oriented, strive to exceed goals, and motivate self and others to achieve positive outcomes.
• Accurately scopes out length and difficult of tasks and projects, sets objectives and goals, breaks down work into the process steps, develops schedules and assignments, anticipates and adjusts for problems or roadblocks, measures performance against goals, evaluates results.
• Exhibit a professional manner in collaborating with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships.

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position. 

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.