Process Lead

Leclerc is a family business with 117 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,300 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.
- RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Executes process improvement projects
- Assistance in identifying opportunities for improvement and articulate a plan to achieve it
- You will be part of the line team that manages improvements to equipment, process parameters, and centerlines on daily/weekly/yearly basis
- Working closely with the maintenance lead and business unit leader to maintain and improve line efficiencies as well as meet all line objectives
- Manages the change brought about the new methods
- Organizes and participates in prevention activities and raises workers’ awareness of value-added production concepts
- Analyze the various causes of waste and suggest improvements
- Plan and organize the various improvement programs (H&S, TPM, 6S, Six Sigma, Ishikawa diagram, etc.)
- Participation in T1, T2 meetings
- Documents processes and writes work instructions and specifications
- Defines standard processes and tools to manage centerlines and accelerate RCO (Rapid Change Over)
- Helps to define daily plans, takes the lead on priority actions pertaining to processes, and systems, from action identification to completion
- Supports the team in the implementation and continuous improvement of their respective Daily Management System (DMS) elements
- Shares best practices with the other Process Leads
- Support the Production Manager in fulfilling the mandates of the production operations to meet overall business objectives
- Recommend and expedite system solutions, troubleshooting and modifications to existing equipment to improve and optimize line operations
- Take initiative to focus on continuous improvement for personal development regarding updates on industry standards
- Provide resources and technological expertise within the plant
- Any other duties requested by your supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Completed education in Operations Management or Engineering field OR Bachelor’s degree or technologist diploma plus relevant experience
- Demonstrated experience with the different “Lean” approaches/tools; Lean certification, considered an asset
- Have implemented or participated in the implementation of change management.
- Have a good understanding of recognized process management, continuous improvement methods and problem-solving tools
- Strong people management skills are a must
- Must be capable at mentoring and coaching employees for success.
- Strong communication skills (both oral and written)
- Results-oriented and the ability to motivate a team to perform at high levels
- Experience in troubleshooting and process improvement
- Ability to make good decisions with an innovative approach
- Ability to train and transfer knowledge effectively
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
- Experience with SAP considered an asset

Working at Leclerc means...
- Working in a family business on a human scale;
- Evolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technology;
- Embracing high velocity production and cutting edge technology;
- Starting a new job with paid and adapted training;
- Earning a competitive salary;
- Benefiting from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, 1 week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation and more)
- Saving on our delicious products and discovering exclusive novelties
- Taking advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the company
- Integrating a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform and more)