Factory Operational Excellence Coach

ROCKWOOL Group; Milton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

The ROCKWOOL Group is seeking a Factory Operational Excellence Coach in Milton, ON to lead ROPEX deployment and drive continuous improvement on the shop floor. You will coach management, run Kaizen events, and apply lean tools to achieve key factory KPIs.

With a solid engineering background and strong change leadership, you will embed ROPEX into daily routines, collaborate with HR, and champion sustainable performance improvements across the Operations team.

Qualifications

• Industrial Engineering degree or equivalent.
• +3 years’ industrial/engineering experience.
• Lean Manufacturing implementation experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with MS Office; Visio and MS Project.
• Experience with Oobeya Management System.
• Leadership and change-management capability.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma (certified preferred).
• Excellent communication across levels.
• Ability to train, facilitate, and coach teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, facilitate and train factory management in ROPEX and leadership workshops.
• Develop strategy deployment; Obeya for management and shift leaders.
• Value stream mapping and improvement weeks; assist training.
• Lead leadership coaching, feedback, and change management.
• Oversee TPM, 5S, standard work, SMED; drive tool implementation.
• Anchor ROPEX in factory and ensure daily usage and KPI improvements.
• Facilitate yearly strategy workshops with management.
• Support ROPEX reporting via scoreboard and follow-up tools.
• Onboard new employees to ROPEX with HR collaboration.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Leadership

Change management

A3 / 8D problem solving

Oobeya Management System

Communication

Analytical skills

Industrial Engineering

Education

Industrial Engineering degree or comparable education

Tools

MS Office

Visio

MS Project

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic, resilient, and driven Factory Operational Excellence Coach based in our Milton, ON location to join the Operations team.

The Factory Operational Excellence Coach is a key driver of continuous improvement and operational excellence within the factory. This role leads the implementation of the ROCKWOOL Operational Excellence (ROPEX) program, translating strategy into measurable results through Kaizen events, improvement initiatives, and change management. As a trusted change agent, the Coach develops ROPEX capabilities, fosters a culture of continuous improvement, and proactively champions initiatives that deliver sustainable business performance and operational excellence.

Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?

In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.

Join us and make a difference!

The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 CAD. Your base salary is determined based on location, experience and the pay of employees in similar positions.

Your future team:

You will become part of the Operations team reporting to the Director of Operations. This position is also part of the ROCKWOOL Group international ROPEX community.

What you will be doing:

• Plan, facilitate and train the Factory management team in ROPEX and Leadership workshops together with the OPCO coach and factory HR.
• Strategy formulation and deployment. Obeya for management and shift leaders.
• Value stream mapping and Improvement weeks. Assist in the actual training workshops.
• Leadership (Coaching, Feedback, Situational leadership, Conflict handling, Change management, Standard leader work etc.).
• Machine boards & Problem solving, 5S, Standard work, SMED, TPM , Future tools.
• Plan and take the lead in the final implementation of the “tools” in the factory after the workshops.
• Support and secure the anchoring of ROPEX in the factory, so that ROPEX become a natural part of daily life in the factory, by addressing the need to continue use of ROPEX tools and leadership to reach agreed factory KPI’s and improvements.
• Facilitate yearly Strategy and strategy deployment workshops with management.
• Participate and give feedback on Factory and shift leader Obeya meetings.
• Support and coach the management team in A3 writing and coaching.
• Make sure that ROPEX progress is reported in the ROPEX scoreboard by use of the follow up tools
• Support and secure that new employees are introduced to and learn about ROPEX in a proper manner, in close co-operation with the local HR Manager.
• Create awareness about and flag potential problem issues related to proper implementation of ROPEX in the factory to local factory or OPCO Management and GPR ROPEX Team, if needed.

What you bring:

• Industrial Engineering degree or comparable education.
• +3 years’ experience within companies/industries which are suitable for the role e.g. process, industrial or engineering where you have driven changes effectively.
• Practical experience with Lean Manufacturing implementations with proven success in results and cultural change. Strong analytical skills for analyzing problems and proposing corrective actions.
• Competent in MS Office (e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio, MS Project).
• Practical experience establishing Oobeya Management System for shop floor hourly employees, supervisors, and management.
• Demonstrated leadership and change management competencies to drive change.
• Solid working experience with systematic problem solving (e.g. A3s, 8Ds).
• Lean Six Sigma knowledge and/or certification. Skilled in training, facilitation, and coaching.
• Strong communication skills with ability to adapt communication at all levels in a professional manner.

What we offer:

At ROCKWOOL, our culture is one of teamwork, respect and support. We offer a competitive salary, rewarding career and a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, and more
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Pension Matching Program
• Life and Disability Programs
• Educational Assistance
• Top up plans for maternity and paternity leave
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why ROCKWOOL:

Founded in Denmark in 1937, ROCKWOOL transforms volcanic rock into innovative solutions that help create safer, healthier, and more sustainable buildings and industries. With more than 12,000 employees across 40+ countries, we share one common purpose: to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.

At ROCKWOOL, sustainability, innovation, and people are at the heart of everything we do. Our products help address some of the world’s most pressing challenges related to energy efficiency, safety, resilience, and resource conservation.

Our Culture & Commitment

At ROCKWOOL, people are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative, transparent, and flexible workplace where employees feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to do their best work. Combining the support of a close-knit team with the opportunities of a global organization, ROCKWOOL is a place where people build meaningful careers, share innovative ideas, and make a lasting impact.

Guided by The ROCKWOOL Way and our core values of Ambition, Responsibility, Integrity, and Efficiency , we foster a culture of inclusion, growth, and continuous improvement. Through employee events, community engagement, and our commitment to sustainability, we are united by a shared purpose: creating a positive impact for our customers, communities, and future generations.

ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We assess all qualified candidates based solely on their skills and qualifications, without regard to race,color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.