Director of Industrial Engineering and Continuous Improvement
Top Benefits
About the role
Are you known for your ability to turn ideas into concrete projects, rally teams, and drive operations forward? Do you want to play a strategic role in shaping a manufacturing environment where continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainable performance are top priorities? Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead initiatives related to industrial engineering, continuous improvement, manufacturing innovation, and the development of internal capabilities. You will work closely with other departments to optimize processes, support growth, and strengthen operational performance.
In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To
Define your teams’ priorities in alignment with business objectives and operational needs Oversee time studies, capacity analyses, plant layouts, workstation balancing, and work method optimizations Ensure the governance of major projects, including timelines, budgets, risks, deliverables, expected benefits, and communications Promote industrial innovation through the implementation of technological solutions, automation, digitization, and new ways of working Lead projects aimed at improving productivity, capacity, quality, costs, lead times, ergonomics, and health and safety Structure processes for continuous improvement, standardization, problem-solving, and production flow optimization Analyze performance metrics, identify variances, and recommend actions or projects to prioritize Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of industrial initiatives Motivate and support your team by clarifying roles, priorities, expectations, and opportunities for development Promote a culture of sustainable performance, rigor, collaboration, innovation, health and safety, and continuous improvement
Come push the boundaries of engineering with us. Apply now!
With the following skills and qualities, you will thrive in this role:
Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, automated production engineering, or a related field At least 8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment At least 5 years of experience in a management, team coordination, or multidisciplinary project leadership role Strong command of continuous improvement principles: Lean Manufacturing, DMAIC, VSM, Kaizen initiatives, Ishikawa analysis, waste elimination, and Inspiring leadership, analytical rigor, strategic thinking, a sense of priorities, and a strong results-oriented mindset Ability to influence others, collaborate across different departments, and drive projects forward with courage and autonomy A strong interest in industrial innovation and operational transformation
And These Strengths Will Amplify Your Impact
Lean Six Sigma Certification – Black Belt Level.
Benefits designed to take you far!
A flexible work program tailored to your needs (flexible hours, compressed workweek, hybrid remote work, and more) Group insurance plans that adapt to your situation An RRSP with an employer contribution to help you build a solid financial future An Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and access to a telemedicine service for a helping hand when you need it A $2,000 referral bonus to help you find colleagues who are as dedicated to their work as you are! A charging station to charge your electric car for free
And even more!
A life outside of work, thanks to time off for illness, personal needs, or family reasons Social activities to connect with your coworkers Support for your professional development to help you advance in your career A healthy and safe work environment and a health committee to ensure your well-being every day Discounts on our Kimpex products to fuel your passion for motorsports
Working at Soucy Plastiques means helping to design and manufacture high-performance wheels and other plastic products for major manufacturers. We’re proud to produce wheels for our flagship product: Soucy track systems. We rely on numerous machines and advanced technology to carry out our activities. But our greatest asset is our team of 150 dedicated employees who move forward as one, share their ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Your health, security, and well-being are our top priority, and we do everything we can to protect them.
Not the right fit? Search for Industrial Engineering and Continuous Improvement jobs in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada
About Soucy
At Soucy, we believe that people are more important than parts and machines. By pooling our strengths, creativity and passion, we create and manufacture high-performance track systems, parts and accessories designed to take you off the beaten path. Life at Soucy is about believing in the power of numbers. Together, we are forging new trails! Ours is a lively work atmosphere where ideas and talent are celebrated. Working for Soucy means being part of an innovative company with more than 1,800 employees in Canada, the United States, Brazil and Asia, a company that is still growing even after 50 years! The Soucy banner was founded in 1967 and its affiliated companies specialize in the design and manufacturing of metal, rubber and plastic components for the motorsports, agricultural, industrial and defence vehicle sectors. Today, they are recognized as strategic suppliers of original equipment thanks to their technological innovations and the quality of their products. Soucy Baron | Soucy Belgen | Soucy Belgen Sainte-Claire | Soucy Caoutchouc | Soucy International | Soucy Logistique | Soucy Plastiques | Soucy Rivalair | Soucy Techno | Soucy USA | Shanghai Soucy Rubber | Kimpex
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Director of Industrial Engineering and Continuous Improvement
Top Benefits
About the role
Are you known for your ability to turn ideas into concrete projects, rally teams, and drive operations forward? Do you want to play a strategic role in shaping a manufacturing environment where continuous improvement, innovation, and sustainable performance are top priorities? Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead initiatives related to industrial engineering, continuous improvement, manufacturing innovation, and the development of internal capabilities. You will work closely with other departments to optimize processes, support growth, and strengthen operational performance.
In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To
Define your teams’ priorities in alignment with business objectives and operational needs Oversee time studies, capacity analyses, plant layouts, workstation balancing, and work method optimizations Ensure the governance of major projects, including timelines, budgets, risks, deliverables, expected benefits, and communications Promote industrial innovation through the implementation of technological solutions, automation, digitization, and new ways of working Lead projects aimed at improving productivity, capacity, quality, costs, lead times, ergonomics, and health and safety Structure processes for continuous improvement, standardization, problem-solving, and production flow optimization Analyze performance metrics, identify variances, and recommend actions or projects to prioritize Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment of industrial initiatives Motivate and support your team by clarifying roles, priorities, expectations, and opportunities for development Promote a culture of sustainable performance, rigor, collaboration, innovation, health and safety, and continuous improvement
Come push the boundaries of engineering with us. Apply now!
With the following skills and qualities, you will thrive in this role:
Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, automated production engineering, or a related field At least 8 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment At least 5 years of experience in a management, team coordination, or multidisciplinary project leadership role Strong command of continuous improvement principles: Lean Manufacturing, DMAIC, VSM, Kaizen initiatives, Ishikawa analysis, waste elimination, and Inspiring leadership, analytical rigor, strategic thinking, a sense of priorities, and a strong results-oriented mindset Ability to influence others, collaborate across different departments, and drive projects forward with courage and autonomy A strong interest in industrial innovation and operational transformation
And These Strengths Will Amplify Your Impact
Lean Six Sigma Certification – Black Belt Level.
Benefits designed to take you far!
A flexible work program tailored to your needs (flexible hours, compressed workweek, hybrid remote work, and more) Group insurance plans that adapt to your situation An RRSP with an employer contribution to help you build a solid financial future An Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and access to a telemedicine service for a helping hand when you need it A $2,000 referral bonus to help you find colleagues who are as dedicated to their work as you are! A charging station to charge your electric car for free
And even more!
A life outside of work, thanks to time off for illness, personal needs, or family reasons Social activities to connect with your coworkers Support for your professional development to help you advance in your career A healthy and safe work environment and a health committee to ensure your well-being every day Discounts on our Kimpex products to fuel your passion for motorsports
Working at Soucy Plastiques means helping to design and manufacture high-performance wheels and other plastic products for major manufacturers. We’re proud to produce wheels for our flagship product: Soucy track systems. We rely on numerous machines and advanced technology to carry out our activities. But our greatest asset is our team of 150 dedicated employees who move forward as one, share their ideas, and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Your health, security, and well-being are our top priority, and we do everything we can to protect them.
Not the right fit? Search for Industrial Engineering and Continuous Improvement jobs in Drummondville, Quebec, Canada
About Soucy
At Soucy, we believe that people are more important than parts and machines. By pooling our strengths, creativity and passion, we create and manufacture high-performance track systems, parts and accessories designed to take you off the beaten path. Life at Soucy is about believing in the power of numbers. Together, we are forging new trails! Ours is a lively work atmosphere where ideas and talent are celebrated. Working for Soucy means being part of an innovative company with more than 1,800 employees in Canada, the United States, Brazil and Asia, a company that is still growing even after 50 years! The Soucy banner was founded in 1967 and its affiliated companies specialize in the design and manufacturing of metal, rubber and plastic components for the motorsports, agricultural, industrial and defence vehicle sectors. Today, they are recognized as strategic suppliers of original equipment thanks to their technological innovations and the quality of their products. Soucy Baron | Soucy Belgen | Soucy Belgen Sainte-Claire | Soucy Caoutchouc | Soucy International | Soucy Logistique | Soucy Plastiques | Soucy Rivalair | Soucy Techno | Soucy USA | Shanghai Soucy Rubber | Kimpex