fgf brands Hiring for Operational Excellence Team Leader at Greater Toronto Area, ON Full Time

What is the recipe for a great career at FGF?

Working at FGF Brands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of. We have an entrepreneurial spirit which encourages all our team members to use their own creativity and out of the box thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Let’s be frank. FGF is not for everybody. Our culture is unique. We dive headfirst into the unknown. If you’re fun-loving, talented and fearless, we’re for you.

What FGF Offers:
Disruptive and a naan-traditional mindset

An inclusive and dynamic culture

Accelerated career progression

Commitment to learning and development

Opportunity to be impactful

Competitive compensation

Operational Excellence Team Leader

The Operational Excellence Team Leader will lead and mentor a team of Operational Excellence Engineer(s) that will initiate and drive execution on projects related to standardizing best practices, continually reducing costs and increasing overall efficiencies; all within a fast-paced, high-growth food manufacturing environment.

Primary Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing leadership in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma to help eliminate waste, reduce costs, and improve efficiencies across all of Operations, including Manufacturing, Sanitation, Quality, and Maintenance

Responsible for mentoring and coaching a team of Operational Excellence Engineers and Co-ops

Identify and lead multiple improvement initiatives / projects of high importance to the business

Create an environment which fosters a continuous improvement culture across all facilities including innovation and integration of all new relevant technologies

Work closely with all departments and levels of management

Required Ingredients:
2-5 years related experience in manufacturing (food industry is highly preferred)

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management or a related field

Expert knowledge of Continuous Improvement Systems, Six-Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, etc.

Excellent computer skills (MS Office, VBA knowledge is an asset)

Collaborative/mentoring management style

Data Analysis (Minitab, Matlab, and Python knowledge is an asset)

Six Sigma certification required

Able to provide expertise and knowledge across the organization

Ability to manage and deliver multiple Operational Excellence projects

Excellent communication skills, both oral and written

The ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced production environment

Flexible to work various work schedules as needed

The ability to exercise sound judgment and make timely decisions

Strong analytical skills both, written and verbal (English)

Resourceful with a sense of urgency in providing solutions

Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle

FGF DNA

We’re foodies and our passion is baked in…

Customer and Product Centricity – You are always keeping our products front and center.

Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability – You embrace speed, change and uncertainty.

Team Work and Collaboration – You are a relationship builder.

Passion for Excellence – You look for innovative solutions and challenges the status quo.

Drives Execution – You are a risk taker!

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Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

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