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 current products into production

Acts as a technical expert: coaches operations teams

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

HAWKESBURY

📌 Process Lead Continuous Improvement Hawkesbury, Ontario
🏢 Leclerc Group
📍 Hawkesbury