Operational Excellence Manager

The Operational Excellence Manager will lead and work with cross-functional teams to identify and execute strategic projects and continuous improvement initiatives to improve overall performance around Safety, Quality, Service, Cost and Engagement.

• Leading discovery and implementation of key improvements across multiple teams, cross functionally and along multiple levels.
• Organizing, scheduling, coordinating, following up on tasks as outlined in the improvement plan to achieve agreed up target as per timeline.
• Identifying, scoping and executing Continuous Improvement projects to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Develop and provide both quantitative and qualitative insights on processes.
• Orchestrates efforts and methods to achieve optimal results through people, processes and teams.
• Build cohesion and alignment across multiple teams through offering support and seeking input.
• Understands changes in the business environment and adjusts strategies accordingly.
• Collaborate with corporate and site leadership to share best practices
• Adhere to all food, health and safety policies and practices.
• Commitment to Quality System Policy.
• Other duties as assigned
• Post-secondary education or equivalent industry experience
• 3-5 years leadership in production facility
• Food manufacturing experience is an asset
• Continuous improvement certification or experience is an asset
• Must be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to work overtime.
• Willingness to travel
• Understanding of statistics is an asset.
• Comfortable with technology
• Ability to train and facilitate training.

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.