Leader of Continuous Improvement

Cascades; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascades is seeking a Manager of Continuous Improvement in Toronto to lead initiatives across multiple plants. This role involves implementing lean management practices, coaching staff, and identifying opportunities for operational improvements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and over a decade of experience in a manufacturing setting, with strong communication and facilitation skills. Frequent travel within Ontario and to the USA is required.

Benefits

Flex and connected mode (telecommuting, flexible schedule)

Profit sharing plan

Telemedicine and group insurance

Accessible gym space or annual reimbursement program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in English and French is an asset.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support plants in their management and development of the LEAN model.
• Coach and supervise employees in continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and propose improvements to productivity and cost.

Skills

Communication

Engagement

Facilitation

Planning

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or industrial engineering

Tools

LEAN Production System

Lean Green or Black Belt certification

Job description

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 Leader of Continuous Improvement:

• Please note 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 Manager of Continuous Improvement will have the mandate to support a group of plants in their management and development of the maturity of Cascades' Lean management model. They will also provide support in identifying opportunities for improvement, solving complex problems, and managing projects. Additionally, the Improvement Manager will work closely with other Continuous Improvement Managers to ensure harmonized development across all Cascades plants and to align a common vision.

• Support the units under your responsibility in progressing with the maturity of Cascades' LEAN Production System.
• Coach, develop, and supervise the site's employees and managers in continuous improvement: loss analysis, problem solving, and more generally on Cascades' LEAN program.
• Promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with overall business goals as well as detailed local ones.
• Define and improve standard operating practices, manufacturing procedures, and work instructions.
• Participate in achieving the action plan of the units under your responsibility by providing support in operational effectiveness.
• Coordinate and support implementation efforts and monitor standard operating practices, manufacturing procedures, and work instructions related to group objectives.
• Evaluate and propose recommendations and solutions to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Develop performance indicators, support their implementation, and ensure follow-up.
• Analyze data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support the sustainability of the lean model by contributing to knowledge transfer and best practices within the group and across production units (network development, maturity audits).
• Contribute to resolving problems in the units by coordinating and facilitating working sessions with stakeholders.

Bring out the best in yourself!

Every day, our colleagues choose to respect their true nature by contributing passionately to our mission.

You too, should highlight your strengths:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, operations management, or similar engineering 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 and impactful roles, rigorous and action-oriented;
• Strong planning and organizational skills, autonomy, and sense of responsibility;
• This position requires frequent travel to various plants in Ontario and Lancaster (USA);
• Proficiency in English and French is an asset.

We look forward to meeting you!

About Cascades

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered fairly for this position.

To be part of Cascades is to unlock the full potential of materials, people, and ideas. Since 1964, Cascades has been providing sustainable, innovative, and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recovery. Join 10,000 talents working across nearly 70 operational units in North America.