Job Description

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Position Title: Manager Manufacturing Excellence NA
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time ?
Grade: Grade 06
Requisition ID: 40490
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In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.
About the role.
The successful candidate must have a relentless focus to drive world class manufacturing and continuous improvement systems that will create a competitive advantage through full utilization of assets and people. This leader will be empowered to deliver results in an ambiguous environment, which will require strong commitment with a flexible approach.
The Manufacturing Excellence Manager is responsible for the leadership of continuous improvement processes, loss analysis, root-cause problem solving and McCain Driving Impact (MDI) across all Operations in North America. They need to be hands-on, passionate and experienced in leading, coaching and supporting manufacturing teams.
Responsibilities include the rollout and execution of MDI (McCain Driving Impact) and other related initiatives to create highly efficient sustainable operations where employees are enabled and engaged in continuously improving the business. This manager will be responsible for developing capability in others; for leading strategic ad hoc projects; for contributing to financial and cultural objectives tied to the plants CBN.
What you'll be doing.
Process:

• Lead the regional MDI deployment plan across NA
• Foster a culture of continuously improving existing MDI program design to enhance its results
• Implement & Facilitate robust Manufacturing systems such as VLA, AOC, MDIxAI & Problem-Solving all-in support of McCain's 2030 vision as well as individual plant CBN
• Identifying and deploying best practices, leveraging advanced analytics and digital solutions, standardizing work routines, and continuously monitoring the effectiveness of implemented systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with site leadership, frontline teams, and technical experts to build sustainable operational excellence and deliver measurable efficiency, quality, and performance gains.

People (We Bring out the best in Others):

• Coach and mentor plant leaders to deliver sustainable results through our MDI program implementations
• Build strong engagement and support at the "shop floor level" clearly communicating how initiatives directly benefit operators, and tailoring messaging and coaching to meet employees at their current level of understanding and experience.

Results (We Act Like Owners):

• Deliver KPI including: OEE, SCA, TPC, TIR, FTQ for specific plant ownership through continuous systems approach as well as ad hoc events as required

What you'll need to be successful.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering or a relevant field required
• A minimum of 5+ of experience in manufacturing, preferably for companies with reputation for "gold standard" CI programs
• Demonstrated experience with implementation of continuous improvement programs (Lean, IWS, TPM, etc.) across multiple sites and diverse cultures
• Previous experience as a practitioner of these programs as well as program leaders such as plant manager or factory continuous improvement manager
• Experience in the following disciplines:
• Lean Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints including Process Modelling/Rate Optimization
• Autonomous Manufacturing
• Early Management (Vertical Start Ups)
• Total Production Maintenance Systems (High Performance Work Systems, Integrated Work Systems)
• Industrial Engineering (Labor Studies)
• Adult Learning and Work Simplification

Key Competencies:

• Thrives in environments with high levels of ambiguity and change
• Communicates clearly and effectively, including with non-native English speakers
• Inspires and leads teams within complex, matrixed organizations
• Applies systems thinking to translate strategic vision into practical action
• Shifts seamlessly between strategic planning and hands-on execution
• Operates independently, knowing when to escalate issues appropriately
• Adapts readily and is knowledgeable in multiple continuous improvement methodologies
• Brings a positive, solution-oriented mindset to challenges Addresses difficult topics openly with stakeholders at all organizational levels
• Demonstrates resilience and persistence when facing setbacks

About McCain.
to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.
Leadership principles.
At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.
The McCain experience.
We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you'll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we're better together.
Our purpose is grounded in building meaningful relationships. We're big believers in the power of working together in person--it helps us stay connected, collaborate more effectively, and grow as a team. At the same time, we recognize the importance of flexibility. Most office-based roles follow a hybrid model, with the option to work remotely two days a week. There may be exceptions depending on the role and location, so we encourage you to speak with your recruiter for more details.
Compensation Package: $97,500.00 - $130,000.00 . CAD annually + Bonus Eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Benefits: At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit detail available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work -- and at home.
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please , and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.
Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain's and , as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled .
Job Family: Engineering & Technical
Location(s): CA - Canada : Ontario : Toronto || CA - Canada : Alberta : Coaldale || CA - Canada : Manitoba : Carberry || CA - Canada : Manitoba : Portage la Prairie
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)

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