Operational Excellence Specialist

**OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE SPECIALIST**

**Who We Are**:
Join Fresh Prep — a dynamic leader revolutionizing how Canadians experience food through sustainable meal kit delivery. As one of Canada's fastest-growing companies and a certified B Corporation, we're committed to making it easier for people to eat well and live better.

We're proud to be recognized as a workplace where innovation meets impact. Our numerous accolades - including BC's Top Employers 2025, placement on The Globe and Mail's prestigious Canada's Top Growing Companies list and recognition as one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies - reflect our commitment to excellence in both customer experience and employee satisfaction. Our collaborative culture brings together passionate food lovers, sustainability champions, and tech innovators who are reshaping the future of food delivery.

**Who Are You**:

- **Certified Lean/Lean Six Sigma Professional**:You are a certified Lean Six Sigma Black/Green Belt with a Strong understanding of lean principles-
**Independent**:You demonstrate strong internal motivation and can manage your time and priorities effectively without constant oversight**Open**: You are open to constructive feedback, but aren’t afraid to let your opinions be known. You approach problems from both a tactical and empathetic point of view.**Collaborative Team Player**: You are motivated by collaborative team task achievement and driving a results-oriented culture.**Strong Communicator**: Your verbal and written communication skills allow you to get results across easily and quickly, in a friendly and professional manner.**Adaptable**: You thrive in a changing environment and can pivot direction easily.

**What You'll Be Doing**:
Lead Lean initiatives and projects in improving the operational efficiency within operations and ensure the timely completion of successful projects.- Develop, manage, and troubleshoot the Production department’s planning tools across all facilities, collaborating with the Data team and your manager.- Tracking and forecasting of operational KPI and Financial Targets and trends for future- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, representing the Production department, on various initiatives.- Fostering lean manufacturing principles and practices amongst our Production team and processes- Conduct Lean training sessions for the team and evaluate their work for certification- Analyze and visualize data and provide insights to management to make informed business/production decisions- Secure employee buy-in and engagement in day-to-day tasks.

**What We Are Looking For**:
Experience in working with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft 365 for more than 3 years- Minimum 3 years of experience in delivering process efficiency and effectiveness in a manufacturing setting- Minimum 3 years of experience managing Lean projects- Lean and/or Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt certification required, Blackbelt certification is strongly preferred- Experience working in Business Intelligence (BI) tools or data visualization tools such as Looker Studio and/or Power BI- Food manufacturing experience preferred- Strong English written and verbal communication skills, French considered a strong asset. (English required as this role is responsible for directly supporting our operations across Canada.)

**What You Can Expect**:
An energetic, inclusive workplace where your voice matters and your contributions drive real impact- Comprehensive health benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance after 90 days- Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with three weeks of vacation- Exclusive food perks that let you experience our amazing products- A culture that celebrates innovation, encourages professional development, and supports work-life balance- The opportunity to be part of a certified B-Corporation making a tangible difference in sustainable food systems

At Fresh Prep, we work with a variety of ingredients, including common allergens like peanuts, tree nuts, and dairy. Whether you're in one of our corporate functions or within the production facility, you may be exposed to these ingredients. If you have concerns—especially around allergens or meat—please let us know during the hiring process.

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**SPÉCIALISTE DE L’EXCELLENCE OPÉRATIONNELLE**

**Qui nous sommes**:
Joignez-vous à Fresh Prep, un leader dynamique qui révolutionne la façon dont les Canadiens découvrent la cuisine grâce à la livraison durable de paniers-repas. En tant que l’une des entreprises à la croissance la plus rapide au Canada et société certifiée B Corp, nous nous engageons à rendre plus facile une alimentation saine et une vie meilleure.

Nous sommes fiers d’être reconnus comme un employeur alliant innovation et impact. Nos nombreuses distinctions — dont celle des _Meilleurs employeurs de la C.B. en 2025_, notre présence dans la prestigieuse liste _Canada’s Top Growing Companies_ du _Globe and Mail_, et notre reconnaissance parmi les _Mei