Six Sigma Black Belt Winnipeg - Lagimodiere Blvd., MB 7/6/2026

Maple Leaf Foods; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Volunteer days

Job summary

Maple Leaf Foods in Winnipeg is seeking a Six Sigma Black Belt to lead process improvement initiatives. This key leadership role focuses on enhancing organizational capabilities and driving operational performance through analytics and methodology.

The ideal candidate will possess a university degree in Engineering or Operations Management, with a minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include coaching teams in Six Sigma and facilitating continuous improvement processes across business objectives.

A competitive benefits package, including health and wellness programs, is offered from the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of full-time work experience in manufacturing or supply chain.
• Experience in leading complex projects is an asset.
• Ability to effect change through influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support process improvement efforts within Maple Leaf Foods.
• Facilitate Continuous Improvement process with cross-functional teams.
• Conduct business case and risk analysis as required.
• Provide coaching on Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership

Continuous improvement project experience

Six Sigma tools knowledge

Lean Methodologies

Education

University degree in Engineering or Operations Management

Job description

The Opportunity

The Black Belt role is a leadership position within the organization with the key responsibility for leading and supporting process improvement efforts within Maple Leaf Foods, as well as externally to strategic customers, suppliers and other stakeholders. The focus of these improvement efforts is to build organizational capability to deliver process improvements, increasing business productivity, shareholder and customer value.

Six Sigma is foundational to our culture of discipline. It is how Maple Leaf Foods improves business processes and drives performance, solves problems, and implements significant change. Black Belts provide the methods and tools to enable the business to improve processes, solving complex problems using analytics. The Six Sigma Black Belt is also expected to have an understanding of process management principles and various process improvement methods, including Operations Excellence (Lean Manufacturing). This role is recognized as an opportunity to develop our next operations leaders.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role is encouraged to apply online by March 13. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life

• Understand and support execution of manufacturing and business objectives. Assist with the identification and quantification of Critical Business Needs (CBN) and primary opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate Continuous Improvement process with cross‑functional site teams, including setting of annual improvement targets and facilitating weekly status reviews and action planning.
• Support the facilitation and development of the Continuous Improvement (CI) plan, including project pipeline and monitoring the overall progress and status of the plan.
• Ensure CI project teams are utilizing the appropriate improvement methodology (Six Sigma, Lean, OpEx tools) including training on tools and application as required.
• Conduct business case and risk analysis as required. Provide CI Project Management support utilizing DMAIC / DMADV / PDCA framework.
• Research and apply functional best practices within project scope.
• Ensure sustainable results through application of change management and pragmatic control plans.
• Provide coaching to leaders on Six Sigma, Lean and OpEx methodology & tools.
• Understand and support functional objectives and strategies.
• Assist with the identification and quantification of major opportunity areas, including the re‑application of learning across MLF.
• Must be open to coaching and actively learn within the role.
• Periodic travel (up to 50%) may be required for training and/or project work.

What You’ll Bring

• University degree (BSc., Engineering or Operations Management).
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of full‑time work experience depending on level of responsibility; experience in manufacturing or supply chain and commercial, finance or other transactional functions an asset.
• Track record of delivering winning results.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including application of process improvement and quality tools. Lives the value of getting things done in a fact‑based way.
• Strong communication skills. Ability to communicate well (verbal and written) with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to effect change through influence.
• Has led and/or coached prior continuous improvement projects. Considered a strong coach on continuous improvement concepts.
• Experience in leading complex projects that require strong leadership, initiative, and change management would be an asset.
• Previous experience with Six Sigma tools and methodology is a requirement.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and teach Lean Methodologies and Operational Excellence.

What We Offer

• Being part of a high‑performance, people‑focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision, living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values, and delivering winning results. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired; please contact our Talent Attraction Team at [e-mail].

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.