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Continuous Improvement Manager

  • Collingwood, ON, Canada

$110,000 to $125,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay
$110,000 to $125,000 CAD / year
Job type
Full-time
Experience
5+ years of leadership experience in operations or manufacturing
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Drive Performance. Lead Change. Build a Culture of Excellence.

We’re looking for a Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager to lead operational improvement initiatives and drive a culture of problem-solving, accountability, and performance excellence in our 24/7 automotive manufacturing facility.

Perks:

  • $110k - 125K
  • 20% bonus
  • benefits
  • pension
  • vacation

Location: Collingwood, ON

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead plant-wide continuous improvement strategies and initiatives
  • Oversee accurate and timely reporting of key manufacturing data
  • Manage plant data systems, ensuring data integrity and accessibility
  • Lead cross-functional teams in structured problem solving and Lean projects
  • Implement and sustain 5S, Kaizen, TPM, Standard Work, and other Lean tools
  • Ensure SOP integration and process discipline for all improvement activities
  • Optimize MES and SAP use to support efficient and accurate operations
  • Mentor staff at all levels in CI tools and techniques
  • Support performance monitoring, cost reduction, and KPI tracking

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in operations or manufacturing
  • Strong background in Lean, CI tools, and cross-functional team leadership
  • Hands-on experience with MES, MRP, ERP systems (SAP preferred)
  • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, 24/7 production environment
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and data analysis skills

Nice to Have:

  • Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
  • Familiarity with IATF 16949 or similar automotive quality standards

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team committed to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous learning. Your leadership will directly influence the plant’s performance and culture.

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More about this job

Responsibilities

Lead plant-wide continuous improvement strategies and operational initiatives to drive a culture of excellence in a 24/7 manufacturing environment. Oversee manufacturing data systems and mentor staff in Lean tools to optimize performance and reduce costs.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Operations and over 5 years of leadership experience in manufacturing. Candidates should have strong expertise in Lean tools and experience with MES, MRP, and SAP systems.

Skills

  • Continuous Improvement
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • Problem Solving
  • Data Analysis
  • Project Management
  • SAP
  • MES
  • MRP
  • ERP
  • 5S
  • Kaizen
  • TPM
  • Standard Work
  • KPI Tracking
  • Cross-functional Leadership
  • Operational Excellence

Benefits

  • Bonus
  • Benefits
  • Pension
  • Vacation

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Categories

  • Manufacturing
  • Management & Leadership
  • Engineering

Keywords

  • Continuous Improvement
  • Lean
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Six Sigma Black Belt
  • IATF 16949
  • SAP
  • MES
  • MRP
  • ERP
  • Kaizen
  • 5S
  • TPM
  • Standard Work
  • Automotive Manufacturing
  • KPI
  • SOP
  • Operational Excellence
  • Cross-functional Leadership

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