Industrial Performance & Continuous Improvement Leader

This position drives industrial performance improvements through the implementation of the principles and methods of Operational Excellence in a sustainable manner.

Manages the establishment of standards and the fostering of a culture of continuous improvement at Fergus to develop projects that increase productivity and reduce costs.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBLITY

• Define and develops deployment of continuous improvement roadmap for each unit in coordination with the plant manager.
• Implements, monitors/oversees, reports, and reviews information and progress of improvement projects, and procedures throughout the manufacturing operation to achieve and support the plant objectives and established KPIs.
• Actively work with all members of the manufacturing management team to develop sound problem identification and resolution skills and an atmosphere of continuous improvement.
• Trains and coaches the plant staff on sustainable implementation of new processes.
• Coordinates with NEW corporate and regional organization.
• Manages information and communication on NEW within the sites.
• Organizes standard management reviews of implementation progress.
• Leads NEW benchmark between units. Identifies, publishes and shares New local best practice
• Manage the generation of continuous improvement (CI) projects with the Fergus team (administrative and operational).
• Contribute to the compliance of the Industrial Balance Score Card (BSC).
• Promote the use of CM methodologies (New)
• Standard Management Routines (SMR), Value Stream Map (VSM), SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die), Problem Solving, TMC, RTC, World Class Manufacturing, etc.
• Participate in the construction of the savings plan and manage its compliance (SMP: Saving Master Plan).
• Promote the development and use of standards in the production lines.
• Develop an incentive program in Fergus to increase the participation of operational personnel.
• Analyze and develop monthly report of the Industry area results and establish improvement plans through the CM (New) methodology.

EXPECTED RESULTS

• Generate a culture of financial awareness at Fergus to develop projects that impact the P&L through the application of improvement methodologies (NEW).
• Improve the evaluation of the WCM for the Fergus factory.
• Achieve and maintain the goals of the industry productivity indicators at the Fergus factory.
• Consolidate information and results from the Fergus factory to promote benchmarking.
• Ensure that staff maintain a customer focus approach and follow up on continuous improvements.
• Analyze the results of quality management system audits and propose improvement actions.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• University degree in Engineering. Specialization and/or Master's degree in project management preferred.
• Knowledge in continuous improvement tools
• Knowledge in manufacturing processes
• Basic knowledge of SAP system
• Knowledge and budget management of the area
• Knowledge and management of methodologies, tools and techniques for process improvement.
• Strategic planning and management indicators
• Management and control of projects that generate added value to the company.
• Manage the correct development, training and coaching of personnel.
• Internal practices and procedures.
• Quality management system.
• Knowledge and application of the Code of Ethics
• Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Production, Quality, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement.
• Effective communication
• Service attitude
• Adaptability
• Sense of urgency
• Teamwork
• Self-discipline
• Impact and Influence

Type of Position: Existing

Use of AI: None

Salary: $120,000 CAD per annum to $128,000 CAD per annum