Director of Continuous Improvement

Cascades; Guelph; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascades is seeking a Director of Continuous Improvement to lead Lean management initiatives across multiple plants. This role involves coaching teams, driving productivity improvements, and ensuring alignment with business goals. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in manufacturing and holds a relevant degree. Join a company committed to sustainability and employee development.

Benefits

Profit sharing plan

Telemedicine

Group insurance

Pension plan with company contributions

Accessible gym space or annual flexible reimbursement program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Lean Green or Black Belt, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Support units in their progress with the maturity of Cascades' LEAN Production System.
• Coach, develop, and supervise employees and managers in continuous improvement activities.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Communication

Engagement

Facilitation

Planning

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Bachelor's degree in operations management

Job description

Welcome to Cascades!

At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first:

• Flex and connected mode (telecommuting, flexible schedule)
• Profit sharing plan
• Telemedicine, Group insurance and pension plan with company contributions
• Accessible gym space or annual flexible reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)

At Cascades, you can develop your full potential sustainably by applying your expertise within the Packaging Team as the Director of Continuous Improvement.

This position requires frequent travel (around 50%) to various plants in Ontario and to our plant in Lancaster (USA).

As a member of Cascades' Operational Efficiency team, the Director of Continuous Improvement will support a group of plants in managing and developing the maturity of Cascades' Lean management model. Responsibilities include identifying improvement opportunities, solving complex problems, and managing projects. The director will collaborate with other Continuous Improvement Directors to ensure harmonized development across all plants and to align a common vision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support units in their progress with the maturity of Cascades' LEAN Production System.
• Coach, develop, and supervise employees and managers in continuous improvement activities such as loss analysis and problem solving.
• Promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement aligned with business goals.
• Define and improve standard operating practices, manufacturing procedures, and work instructions.
• Contribute to achieving action plans by supporting operational effectiveness.
• Coordinate implementation efforts and monitor practices related to group objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend solutions to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Develop and support the implementation of performance indicators.
• Analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the sustainability of the lean model through knowledge transfer and best practices.
• Facilitate problem resolution through working sessions with stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, operations management, or a similar field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Certified Lean Green or Black Belt, or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication, engagement, and facilitation skills.
• Experience in advisory roles, rigorous and action-oriented.
• Excellent planning, organizational skills, autonomy, and responsibility.
• Proficiency in English and French is an asset.

We look forward to meeting you!

About Cascades

Cascades values diversity and is committed to an inclusive organization. All qualified candidates will be considered fairly. Since 1964, Cascades has been providing sustainable, innovative, and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recovery. Join our network of 10,000 talents across nearly 70 operating units in North America.