CI Leader

Job summary

The CI Leader is responsible for driving process improvement initiatives across manufacturing and support functions using Lean and Six Sigma principles. They will coach teams and leaders to build organizational capability, improve productivity, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Job details

POSITION: CI LEADER Reports To: GM/ President Direct Reports: No Direct Reports (influences through coaching and facilitation) Summary The CI Leader role is a key position within the organization with responsibility for leading and supporting process improvement efforts within HPG; as well as collaborate with other Precinmac locations. The focus of these improvement efforts is to build organizational capability to deliver process improvements, increase productivity and stakeholder value. The CI Leader will be a hands-on team player who works with the departmental leaders to drive action and implementation of process improvements. The CI Leader must be capable of managing outside their area of control. Job Responsibilities: Continuous Improvement & Lean Deployment * Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives across manufacturing, materials, quality, and support functions using Lean and Six Sigma principles. * Facilitate problem identification at the point of work and guide teams in applying practical countermeasures rather than theoretical solutions. * Coach teams through structured problem-solving such as A3 thinking, root cause analysis, standard work, visual management, and Kaizen. Capability Building & Coaching * Coach leaders, supervisors, and team members on Lean fundamentals including 6S, waste identification, flow, standard work, quick changeover, and visual management. * Develop and deploy simple, practical learning tools such as One Point Lessons (OPLs), huddle content, and hands-on simulations. * Act as a trusted coach to departmental Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), enabling them to own and sustain improvements. Idea Generation & Engagement Systems * Design and support structured idea generation systems that encourage employee participation and accountability. * Enable departments to move ideas from concept to implementation by removing barriers, clarifying ownership, and supporting prioritization. * Partner with leaders to create meaningful recognition and feedback loops that reinforce CI behaviors. Huddles, Daily Management & Accountability * Strengthen daily huddles by embedding problem-solving, learning, and leadership presence. * Support the development of clear visual metrics tied to site objectives and help teams use them for daily decision-making. * Coach leaders on how to ask effective questions, recognize wins, and support teams in closing gaps. Productivity & Performance Management * Support the development and ongoing management of the site productivity and CI pipeline. * Track progress, surface risks, and support countermeasures to ensure initiatives deliver measurable impact. * Provide concise, actionable updates to senior leadership, focused on learning, outcomes, and next steps. Safety & Risk Awareness * Integrate safety thinking into CI efforts, including near-miss identification, hazard awareness, and proactive risk reduction. * Support engagement-based safety activities that align with daily operations Cross-Functional & External Collaboration * Work cross-functionally to align improvement efforts with site priorities and constraints. * Research and adapt best practices suitable for small-to-medium manufacturing environments. Other * Periodic travel may be required for project support or training. * Perform other duties as assigned that align with continuous improvement and operational excellence. Requirements * Six Sigma certification, Black Belt Preferred * Previous experience with Six Sigma tools and methodology is a requirement. Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools with the ability to teach and apply them simply and practically. * Demonstrated ability to implement and teach Lean Methodologies and Operational Excellence: * Minimum 5 to 8 years of full-time work experience depending on level of responsibility; experience in manufacturing or supply chain and commercial, finance or other transactional functions an asset. * Strong communication skills. Ability to communicate well (verbal and written) with all levels of the organization, including senior leadership * Has led and/or coached prior continuous improvement projects. Considered a strong coach on continuous improvement concepts * Experience in leading complex projects that require strong leadership, initiative, and change management would be an asset * Experience with change management, leader coaching, and culture-based improvement strongly preferred * Detailed, precise, and accurate

What you’ll do

The CI Leader is responsible for driving process improvement initiatives across manufacturing and support functions using Lean and Six Sigma principles. They will coach teams and leaders to build organizational capability, improve productivity, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

Candidates must have 5 to 8 years of experience in manufacturing or supply chain with a strong working knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. A Six Sigma certification, preferably Black Belt, is required along with demonstrated ability in change management and leadership.

Listed skills

• Continuous Improvement · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Kaizen · Preferred
• Safety awareness · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Lean Manufacturing · Preferred
• Coaching · Preferred
• Facilitation · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Continuous Improvement
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Root Cause Analysis
• Kaizen
• Standard Work
• Visual Management
• Coaching
• Facilitation
• Problem Solving
• Productivity Management
• Safety Awareness
• Data Analysis
• Leadership
• Lean Methodologies
• Six Sigma Certification
• Risk Awareness
• Ideation
• Supply Chain
• Accountability
• Kaizen Methodology
• Six Sigma Methodology
• Research
• Management
• Decision Making
• Commercial Finance
• Communication
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Performance Management
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Systems Design
• Risk Reduction
• Prioritization

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Management & Leadership
• Engineering
• Consulting
• UI Lead
• Lean Manufacturing Manager
• Manufacturing Managers
• Industrial Production Managers