Manager, Make Ready Center

Facility Location - Chatham Facility, On-site

Shift/Hours – Monday to Friday

About This Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Equipment Operations, the Manager, Make Ready Centres (Chatham MRC, Regina MRC, Moncton MRC) will be based out of our Chatham facility and will lead the Make Ready Center (MRC) employees, responding to internal and external Cold Drink Equipment (CDE) needs with timely sourcing of new CDE, efficiently completing CDE repairs, and effectively disposing of CDE write-offs. This role is also responsible for parts management, CDE inventory management, and CDE transportation management. The Manager, MRC will ensure CDE diagnostics, mechanical repairs, customer fulfillment, and quality control measures meet and exceed the needs of MRC customers. There will be travel involved to other CCCBL facilities once a quarter or as per business needs.

The Manager, MRC also manages equipment metrics to improve equipment turnaround times, develops and executes the annual MRC budget as outlined by the Senior Manager Equipment Operations, protects company assets as outlined by internal audit, and is responsible for the safety of all employees within their area of responsibility. This position manages a labor pool that is approximately 75% technically skilled labor.

Responsibilities

1. Demand excellence in performance, meeting and exceeding key metrics within a positive, safe and inclusive work environment.
2. Manage all expectations relating to the successful operation of a stand-alone CCCBL facility (Chatham MRC), including active participation in the JHSC, building maintenance, community involvement, etc.
3. Develop and execute a Departmental Business Plan that aligns with short-term and long-term company strategy.
4. Provide supportive leadership, clearly communicating the Vision, Mission, Imperatives, and Values of CCCBL.
5. Lead from the front, acknowledging and demonstrating, through your daily actions, The Behaviours We Owe Each Other in line with company values.
6. Coach and mentor direct reports in a constructive environment, allowing for individual growth and development.
7. Engage ethically with internal and external customers, including Original Equipment Manufacturers, adhering to all internal control procedures.
8. Focus on personal development, supported by a mindset of continuous improvement.
9. Develop and share best practices through a cadence of scheduled communication strategies.
10. Manage equipment inventory, parts inventory variances, and Key Improvement Processes for Make Ready Centres.
11. Manage and respond to quality issues and collaborate with outside contractors to transport equipment.
12. Build internal and external relationships.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
2. 3+ years of relevant experience in equipment service or supply chain.
3. Strong time management, organizational, scheduling, and forecasting skills.
4. Ability to model a positive leadership attitude, even in the face of difficult circumstances.
5. Experience with labor relations.
6. Computer skills including familiarity with MS Office applications.
7. SAP and logistics knowledge.
8. Analytical and problem-solving skills.

About Us

Proudly Canadian and Independently Owned, We are Coke Canada! Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited is Canada’s premier bottling company. We are an independently owned business encompassing over 5,800 associates, more than 50 sales and distribution centers, and 5 production facilities nationwide. For more information about Coke Canada Bottling, please visit cokecanada.com.

Important

All offers of employment at Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited (“Coke Canada Bottling”) are conditional upon a successful background clearance obtained through our contracted third-party vendor. The standard clearance requirements depend on the position and may include some or all of the following: criminal clearance, employment verification, education verification, and drivers abstract review. Please advise the Talent Acquisition team if you have any questions or concerns regarding this once you are contacted for further consideration.

Coke Canada Bottling is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce with several programs, policies, and resources in place to support our people. For individuals requiring accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition Services team by calling 1-844-383-2653 or email HR@cokecanada.com.