Manager OPEX/CI Region

Reporting into the Managing Director North this role will have a regional scope (YYC, YEG, YWG, YQR, YOW, YHZ)
• Execute relevant improvement initiatives leveraging on Lean Six Sigma knowledge/expertise aiming at process optimization, compliance, standardization and SQDC (safety, quality, delivery, cost) KPIs improvements
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Contribute in the definition and execution of the overall CI roadmap
2. Collect and analyze data and extract meaningful information to understand process KPIs and Unit performance
3. Perform diagnostics on major cost drivers, including material, labor, and OOC (other operating costs)
4. Perform value stream analysis for the unit
5. Lead tangible and measurable improvements of core processes -both operational and transactional- through people engagement at all levels in the unit
6. Implement and sustain gateOPEX standardization program focusing on gateOPEX Elements and Core Processes
7. Work hands-on with Operations, facilitate unit-wide continuous improvement initiatives, lead relevant projects and kaizen events
8. Train Lean manufacturing and promote continuous improvement culture in the unit through in class and/or on the job training for peers and frontline staff
9. Identify, develop, promote and share best practices
10. Train and coordinate junior resources
Qualifications
Education:
1. University degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics and Operation Management or related technical discipline required
2. Lean Six Sigma green belt certification desirable
Work Experience:
1. Minimum four (4) years’ experience in Lean Manufacturing or related experience as an Industrial Engineer
2. Experience in analyzing operations and its cost drivers, material and information flows, productivity, material consumption, and operation expenses
3. Demonstrated knowledge and application of Quality, Project Management, Lean and/or Six Sigma concepts and theories
4. Hands-on experience implementing Lean in manufacturing and transactional areas
Language / Communication Skills: strong communication skills in English both verbal and written
Job Dimensions
Geographic Responsibility: Canada –
Type of Employment: Full time
Travel %: 50
Exemption Classification: Exempt/Non-Exempt
Internal Relationships: various teams
External Relationships: Contractors, construction vendors, project management firms
Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Regularly stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during shifts. Must be to lift, pull, push, and move products, equipment, and supplies daily. There may be physical discomfort due to temperature in production area, coolers, and freezers
Other verbiage: Normal standing, walking, reaching, lifting, kneeling, climbing of stairs and ladders, driving, and flying as a passenger on commercial airlines
Budget / Revenue Responsibility: N/A
Organization Structure
Direct Line Manager (Title): Managing Director
Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable): N/A
Number of Direct Reports: N/A
Number of Dotted Line Reports: N/A
Estimated Total Size of Team: varies
gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:
• Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skills
• Engaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing People
• Inspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectively
• Achieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Candidates will be required to go through a criminal background check.
gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other ground under applicable law.
Gate Gourmet Canada Inc. is pleased to accommodate applicants who have a disability up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please inform our Recruitment Team if you require a disability-related accommodation to participate in the recruitment process.