Manager, Continuous Improvement (CAN)

SertaSimmonsBedding; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ein etabliertes Unternehmen in der Schlaflösungsbranche sucht einen engagierten Qualitätsmanager, der die Fertigungsprozesse optimiert und die Teammitglieder in Lean-Methoden schult. In dieser Rolle sind Sie verantwortlich für die Einhaltung von Qualitätsstandards und die Implementierung von Verbesserungsmaßnahmen, um die Kundenzufriedenheit zu steigern. Sie arbeiten in einem dynamischen Umfeld, das sowohl persönliche als auch berufliche Entwicklung fördert. Wenn Sie eine Leidenschaft für Qualität und kontinuierliche Verbesserung haben, ist dies die perfekte Gelegenheit für Sie.

Benefits

Mitarbeiterrabatte

Karriereentwicklungsmöglichkeiten

Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsrichtlinien

Schulungen und Weiterbildung

Qualifications

• Bachelor-Abschluss in einem relevanten Bereich erforderlich.
• 3-5 Jahre Erfahrung in der Fertigung oder Qualitätssicherung.

Responsibilities

• Sicherstellen der DMR-Konformität und Schulung des Führungsteams.
• Leitung von Kaizen-Aktivitäten zur kontinuierlichen Verbesserung.
• Entwicklung von Standardarbeitsanweisungen und Schulung des Personals.

Skills

Kommunikationsfähigkeiten

MS Office Suite

Organisationsfähigkeiten

Qualitätswerkzeuge

Projektmanagement

Problemlösungsfähigkeiten

Teamarbeit

Lean-Methoden

Education

Bachelor-Abschluss in Betriebswirtschaft oder Ingenieurwesen

3-5 Jahre relevante Erfahrung

Job description

At Serta Simmons Bedding, we dare to dream and work differently. We’re proud to be one of the largest bedding manufacturers in North America and lead the way with our iconic brands - Serta, Beautyrest, Simmons and Tuft & Needle.

When you join our company, you become part of a winning team that is excited and committed to helping our customers get a good night’s sleep.

Fueled by care for our people and their safety, we provide inspiring career opportunities, competitive benefits, and employee perks, and most importantly, the chance to make a positive impact in the lives of our customers.

Job Details

• Job Family: MFG
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
• Function: MFG

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensure Daily Management Rhythm (DMR) compliance by reviewing processes, training plant leadership on DMR elements, and lean tools.
2. Deploy all network lean initiatives and track their effectiveness through KPIs.
3. Create and drive strategic business solutions to improve SQDCP metrics.
4. Guide operations leaders through corrective actions to improve performance.
5. Apply problem-solving tools to analyze and improve SQDCP performance metrics.
6. Lead Kaizen activities within the plant.
7. Ensure quality basics through CTQ compliance, defect analysis, and resolution to enhance customer satisfaction.
8. Manage and maintain supplier quality relations, review/escalate RCA and corrective actions, and support new product introductions at the site.
9. Develop and update Standard Work procedures and train supervisors and leads.
10. Manage quality technicians through coaching on teardown processes, CTQs, CI processes, and pilots.
11. Conduct plant audits to standardize processes, eliminate waste, and promote continuous improvement.

Functional/Technical Competencies

• Strong communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Knowledge of quality tools like control plans, SPC, Error Proofing, etc.
• Project management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects successfully.
• Adaptability to changing circumstances.
• Ability to foster teamwork and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience with quality methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, 8-D, 5 Why’s, etc.

Experience/Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field/experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, quality, or operations.
• Strong analytical and facilitation skills, with expertise in lean methodologies.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Six Sigma Black or Green Belt.

Work Environment & Travel

This position is based in a manufacturing plant environment with 10-25% travel required.

Key Relationships & Company Culture

Join a legacy of 150 years in sleep solutions. We support our team members' career growth with benefits, training, and perks, including employee discounts. We prioritize safety and compliance with COVID policies.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or political affiliation is prohibited. We provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.