Maple Lodge Farms
Interested in joining Canada’s largest poultry processor?. At Maple Lodge Farms, we’re not only passionate about our chickens, but our people, too. We operate to the latest in technological, health and safety, and quality standards.
With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth, we’re looking for committed, team players to join the Maple Lodge family. As a proudly family-owned Canadian company, we’re passionate about what we do. If you’re a committed team player, we would love to have you as part of our team.
About The Role
The Commercialization Project Coordinator will support the Project Managers in executing successful product launches.
The role will coordinate timelines, manage documentation and facilitate cross-functional communication while supporting process improvements.
What’s in it for you?
- Health benefits and pension plan
- Weekly pay
- Onsite Cafeteria
- Discount at our Chicken Shop
- Opportunities for career advancement
- A culture that values humility, a respect for family and hard work
What You Will Be Doing
- Assist in managing the Product Launch Process from concept to commercialization Plan, organize and co-ordinate functions when necessary
- Coordinate and support new project setup including kick-off meetings, folder set up, documents and Smartsheet set up and updates
- Maintain and communicate project timelines and track milestones
- Prepare meeting agendas, take meeting minutes, and follow up on all action items
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth execution of product launches.
- Support risk assessment and issue resolution, escalating challenges to the Project Manager when necessary
- Organize and maintain administrative functions and processes by maintaining documentation throughout the project
- Ensure data accuracy and consistency across all project tracking systems
- Function as a liaison between internal teams to ensure clear communication and alignment on project goals and deliverables.
- Work with the project team to troubleshoot any issues that arise throughout the project and ensure issues are resolved or escalated to the PM as required
- Other duties as assigned
What You Will Bring
- Minimum two years of experience required; specifically in a new project coordinator position within a food manufacturing company
- Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC, food safety, food quality, etc.;
- Team-player with the ability to interact professionally with internal and external stakeholders
- Analytical, with problem-identification and problem-solving capabilities Professional presentation with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work / excel in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and effective multi-tasking is essential;
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills, along with strong presentation/facilitation skills
- Knowledge of Smartsheet is an asset
Maple Lodge Farms was established in 1955. We are the largest chicken processor in Canada, and we remain family owned. The principles that guided us from our humble beginnings, when Lawrence May sold eggs door-to-door, are the same principles that guide us today: hard work, agricultural wisdom and family values.
We are creating a sustainable future by providing healthy, wholesome, best quality chicken products with a focus on the humane treatment of animals, the responsible use of resources and the positive development of our employees and the communities in which we operate.
Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon background and reference checks, including a criminal record check.
In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) 2003, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants are required to make their needs known in advance.
We thank all applicants for applying, however, only those chosen will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.
