Continuous Improvement Engineer

Business Unit Overview 8th Avenue Food & Provisions is a growing organization made up of businesses that produce and sell quality products including pasta, peanut butter, granola, and fruit and nut trail mixes to retail, foodservice and ingredient customers. The company was formed in October 2018 through a combination of Post Holdings’ private brands businesses and is owned by Post Holdings and funds affiliated with Thomas H. Lee Partners, L.P. ("THL"), a private equity firm. Responsibilities We’re looking for someone who will drive change through focused continuous improvement efforts to higher levels of performance in safety, quality, performance, cost and growth each and every day. Someone who can effectively utilize lean methodology, tools, root cause analysis and waste reduction with a bias for action. This role has responsibility for multiple Business Units and reports to the Sr. Plant Manager and plant management teams, in conjunction with the corporate CI leader. Come join our Team Compensation: $80,000 annual salary - eligible for 6% annual bonus and 16days PTO, company health and dental benefits and Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP). High Level Job Description Develop, maintain, sustain, audit, train and improve the CI operating system. (MOS, Standard work, problem solving, leadership training/development) Oversight of the operations standard work process and system to ensure consistency. Drive the deployment of planned improvements against annual targets through use of MOS, problem solving techniques, loss meetings, blueprints, etc. Develop and drive the process, system, and forum for best practice sharing. Maintain and improve data collection systems including reports, dashboards, consistency in data collection. Responsibilities and Accountabilities Facilitates and implements the continuous improvement process (e.g. behaviors, attitude and culture), working with staff and operations to implement and sustain a continuous improvement program based upon lean principles that supports meeting plant goals and targets. Leads, identifies and defines scope of continuous improvement planning and activities. Leads and/or coordinates continuous improvement activities. Works closely with technical resources to help drive efficiencies and develop continuous improvement opportunities and best practices. Teaches and models root cause analysis, problem solving, actions to prevent recurrence, standard work and follow‑up. Works with the Engineering team and helps to manage a Continuous Improvement docket for each plant and track savings. Be a change agent that challenges existing processes that create waste and non‑value‑added work. Lead and/or participate on cross‑functional teams to resolution of assigned projects. Lead focused efforts aimed at breakthrough and incremental improvements in process, department and/or line‑specific opportunities that meet and exceed plant operational performance metrics. Participate in new product/process commercialization process to ensure standard work and best practices are implemented. Monitor data and metrics to identify areas of waste and prioritize the development and implementation of solutions. Teaches and models tools and concepts of Lean Thinking and Six Sigma, facilitates kaizen events Provide appropriate documentation and project update communication. Share best practices and build relationships with CI resources at all PCB facilities. All other duties as assigned. Travel 50% (locally between Markham and Brampton) Requirements Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement methodologies and ability to model them. Must have strong analytical and business judgment including demonstrated problem‑solving and trouble‑shooting skills. Results driven for being the low‑cost producer and supporting company growth strategies. Have strong bias for action, while proving the ability to inspire others. Convey high level of optimism in finding ways to achieve aggressive targets. Communicates a sense of purpose. Talks about the possibilities and is optimistic. Creates strong morale and spirit within teams. Solves highly complex problems and prioritizes actions in a timely manner. Probes all sources for answers and can quickly sense what will help resolve issues. Establish clear directions, lays out work in a well‑planned and organized manner. Speaks candidly and provides constructive feedback in a professional manner. Organizes and manages projects; interacts, supports, facilitates and leads multi‑functional work teams; leads teams to consensus; strong negotiation skills. Able to build strong and diverse relationships across the business groups they partner with. Supports and fosters change. Demonstrates a passion for safety. Able to develop and maintain a respectful and safe work environment. Able to read write and communicate in the English language Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of products Education and Experience A degree in science, engineering, manufacturing management or related field. 2-5 years combined related work experience in a food manufacturing environment. Experience with executing continuous improvement/Lean Six Sigma efforts preferred. Physical Job Requirements Must be able to lift up to 50lbs as needed Must be able to bend and crawl for 1+ hours per shift as needed Must be able to crouch, kneel and stoop for 1+ hours per shift as needed Must be able to sit, stand and walk for up to 6+ hours per shift This position is a vacant position and both internal and external candidates may apply. AI is not used in this recruiting process. Important Our Company promotes a diverse, inclusive workplace. By embracing diversity, we build a more effective organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code, the Company will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) that you may require to any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation. We thank you for your interest in our company for taking the time to submit your resume. Please note that only those candidates selected to move forward in the interview process will be contacted directly. The pay range for this position is $78,363 - $115,977 per year. #J-18808-Ljbffr