Improvement Manager

3 months ago


Fort Saskatchewan, Canada DOW CHEMICAL CANADA ULC Full time

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. 

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration.If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About you and this role:

Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Improvement Manager located in Fort Saskatchewan (AB, CAN).

The Improvement Manager leads the prioritization and implementation of all plant improvement opportunities and required implementation resources for a global process technology. Partners with the Plant and Operations leaders to solicit and collect ideas, describe opportunities, and implement projects. Meets global business goals through optimization of the process technology, implementation of improvement projects and implementation of Most Effective Technology (MET). Requires in-depth conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and basic knowledge of related job disciplines.

Responsibilities:

Serves in a business leadership role leading the development and completion of technology plans supporting global business and functional strategy by application of the continuous improvement work process. Leads the continuous improvement work process to develop and implement Plant Specific Technology Plans in alignment with the Global Technology Plan including data collection, gap analysis, idea generation, prioritization, improvement project implementation, and review of results. Coordinates and leverages globally, the resources required for implementation of the Technology plans. Monitors and measures implementation of the technology plans. Provides input for improvement of work practices and priorities using plant and improvement project data. Interfaces with the business and participating in business plan technology development. Works with the technology center to set priorities for MET definition needs. Provides coaching and direction on goals and plans for Improvement Engineers. Ensures validation of project performance objectives after implementation Problem solving g/troubleshooting ability. Has an in-depth understanding of technology and work practices. Serves as a change agent for driving technology.

Qualifications:

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E6 or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant ranking.

8 years engineering, manufacturing or related experience required.

Registration or the ability to be registered with APEGA (EIT/P. Eng).

A minimum requirement for this Canada based position is the ability to work legally in Canada. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position.

Additional Notes:

This position does not offer relocation assistance

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.  Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.  Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.  Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs. Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.  Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.  Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents). ​Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured. Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 

Join our team, we can make a difference together. 

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting .

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career.



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