About the role
Position Summary Reporting to the Plant Manager and the Technical Process Director, the Process Leader carries out process improvement projects and supports quality and process specialists in advancing their various initiatives. They also provide operational support and ensure that knowledge is documented to enhance process understanding across all departments.
Responsibilities Process Improvement Projects
- Executes process improvement projects aligned with the plant’s strategic plan
- Supports quality and process specialists in the execution of their projects
- Facilitates workshops using a DMAIC project management approach
- Assists in identifying improvement opportunities
- Manages change resulting from new methods and practices
Operational Support
- Implements new products into production
- Acts as a technical expert: coaches operations teams
- Oversees line start-ups
- Participates in various operational meetings
Process Knowledge Management
- Manages process knowledge: ensures its documentation, dissemination, and application
- Administers and uses POKA for instructions and troubleshooting guides
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Over 5 years of relevant professional experience
- Proven experience with various Lean methodologies
- Strong interest in management and leadership
- Effective communication skills in both French and English (spoken and written)
- Availability to cover different work shifts as needed
- Willingness to travel occasionally
About Leclerc Foods
After 114 years of dedication to making cookies, snack bars, and crackers, our family business has become a true leader in the agrifood industry. Our recipes meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and satisfaction across the board. As the heart of our business, our employees are the proud ambassadors of our 100-year success.
While we have adapted our production methods over the years in our continuous pursuit of excellence, some things have not changed: quality ingredients, tried-and-true recipes, and the conviction of giving our customers the best. We take real pride in our craft, and the feeling of comfort and wellbeing you get from our products is our greatest reward.
About the role
Position Summary Reporting to the Plant Manager and the Technical Process Director, the Process Leader carries out process improvement projects and supports quality and process specialists in advancing their various initiatives. They also provide operational support and ensure that knowledge is documented to enhance process understanding across all departments.
Responsibilities Process Improvement Projects
- Executes process improvement projects aligned with the plant’s strategic plan
- Supports quality and process specialists in the execution of their projects
- Facilitates workshops using a DMAIC project management approach
- Assists in identifying improvement opportunities
- Manages change resulting from new methods and practices
Operational Support
- Implements new products into production
- Acts as a technical expert: coaches operations teams
- Oversees line start-ups
- Participates in various operational meetings
Process Knowledge Management
- Manages process knowledge: ensures its documentation, dissemination, and application
- Administers and uses POKA for instructions and troubleshooting guides
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
- Over 5 years of relevant professional experience
- Proven experience with various Lean methodologies
- Strong interest in management and leadership
- Effective communication skills in both French and English (spoken and written)
- Availability to cover different work shifts as needed
- Willingness to travel occasionally
About Leclerc Foods
After 114 years of dedication to making cookies, snack bars, and crackers, our family business has become a true leader in the agrifood industry. Our recipes meet the highest standards of quality, consistency, and satisfaction across the board. As the heart of our business, our employees are the proud ambassadors of our 100-year success.
While we have adapted our production methods over the years in our continuous pursuit of excellence, some things have not changed: quality ingredients, tried-and-true recipes, and the conviction of giving our customers the best. We take real pride in our craft, and the feeling of comfort and wellbeing you get from our products is our greatest reward.