Our client in the Toronto area is on the hunt for an Operations Excellence Leader. This key position plays a crucial role in identifying, analyzing, and implementing operational enhancements to boost efficiency and productivity. The ideal candidate will support on-the-ground operations, spearhead uptime improvement initiatives, and lead quarterly Kaizen events, working closely with the management team to drive lean projects from start to finish. This high-impact role focuses on reducing expenses and optimizing plant operations, perfect for someone with a zeal for manufacturing excellence, stellar customer service, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

- Enhance manufacturing safety, quality, service, cost, and delivery timelines.

- Develop and execute continuous improvement strategies.

- Spot both immediate and long-term improvement opportunities.

- Instruct teams in Lean / Continuous Improvement tools and methodologies.

- Organize and facilitate Kaizen and Continuous Improvement events.

- Collaborate with other locations to exchange insights and Kaizen outcomes, with travel up to 15%.

Essential Outcomes

- Lead the adoption of operational best practices and minimize process variability through Lean initiatives.

- Support achieving superior safety, quality, service, delivery, and cost performance, aligning with or surpassing organizational targets.





- Lay the groundwork for ongoing improvement efforts.

- Educate the organization at all levels on Lean methodologies like Kaizen, 5S, TPM, etc.

- Cultivate a culture of rapid adaptation to change, ensuring engagement and accountability across the board.

Skilled Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Operations Management (preferred).

- Over 5 years of experience in leading significant business transformations.

- Robust change management skills and a track record of effective leadership.

- Formal Lean and Six Sigma training from a reputable institution (preferred).

- Direct involvement in leading over 25 Kaizen events.

- Demonstrated ability to achieve KPIs related to supply chain efficiency, cycle time reduction, and inventory management.

- Exceptional communication, analytical, and presentation skills.

- Proven project management skills or PMP Certification is a plus.

This opportunity is ideal for a dynamic leader passionate about driving significant improvements and fostering a culture of continuous advancement. If you’re ready to make a profound impact in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

· Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Work Location: In person

📌 Operational Excellence Leader (Canada)
🏢 Platinum Search Group
📍 Canada