Continuous Improvement Manager (OPEX)
About The Position
Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Continuous Improvement Manager identifies opportunities to improve safety, quality, yield, productivity, and cost while building sustainable processes that support long-term operational success. The role leads the Continuous Improvement Team and Development Team (Training), working closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Shipping & Receiving to drive measurable results across the plant. The position calls for a leader with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and hands-on experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies in a manufacturing environment. The manager spends significant time on the production floor, partnering with employees and leaders to understand challenges, implement solutions, and sustain improvements. This role offers the opportunity to develop people, influence change, impact plant performance, and prepare for future operational leadership opportunities.
Requirements
- Post-secondary education in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
- 5+ years of manufacturing experience, preferably in food manufacturing or another high-volume production environment.
- Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives with measurable operational and business results.
- Experience leading, coaching, and developing employees or teams.
- Experience applying Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies to improve operational performance.
- Proven ability to influence stakeholders and lead change across cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
Nice To Haves
- Green Belt or Black Belt certification is considered an asset.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Continuous Improvement and Development (training) teams, providing coaching, development, and performance leadership.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, yield, productivity, efficiency, and cost performance.
- Lead cross-functional improvement projects involving Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Shipping & Receiving.
- Analyze operational data to identify improvement opportunities, determine root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
- Facilitate problem-solving activities, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement workshops across the plant.
- Develop and implement standard work, performance measures, and controls to sustain improvements over time.
- Foster a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement while developing future leaders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
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