Continuous Improvement Manager

Posting Start Date: Nov 2, 2024

Location: SCHENECTADY, NY, US, 12302

Company: Cascades

Welcome home! 
  
At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first: 
 

  • Group insurance & retirement plan with company contributions 
  • Profit sharing plan (not once, but twice a year!) 
  • Employee assistance program 
  • Extraflex benefits program (wellness & lifestyle reimbursement program)
  • Contribution to the success of a Canada-based multinational company with strong environmental values
  • Salary range for the Continuous Improvement Manager starts at $100k / year & is based on experience 

   
At our facility in Schenectady, NY you can develop your full potential, sustainably, by applying your expertise within the Containerboard Packaging Division of our team as the Continuous Improvement Manager :
 

  • Continuous Improvement: Responsible for upkeeping the continuous improvement program's foundation in the plant, ensuring the proper functioning and alignment of Lean Production System Pillars.
  • Team Support and Coaching: Provide guidance and support to Line Centric Team (LCT) members on continuous improvement processes, operational efficiency, and deliver continuous coaching and leadership to the LCT.
  • Collaboration and Scope Identification: Collaborate with site management to identify and define the scope and financial justification for continuous improvement opportunities. Provide support for product development and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.
  • Lean Expertise and Training: Develop and execute action plans for cost reduction through continuous improvement initiatives. Provide expertise in Lean and Six Sigma tools, ensuring their appropriate use, and teach these tools to all levels of the plant, including Kaizen, 5S, TPM, Set-up reduction, Standard Work, Visual Management, SQDC boards, MDI, etc

 
Bring out the best in yourself! 
Every day, our colleagues choose to respect their true nature by contributing with passion to our mission. 
  

You too, put forward your strengths: 

 

  • Team Leadership and Coaching: Experienced in leading and coaching teams, with broad cross-functional knowledge in operations, maintenance, and quality.
  • Analytical Problem Solver: Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excelling in overcoming ambiguous and complex situations.
  • Effective Communication and Leadership: Possesses excellent communication skills, promoting buy-in to proposed solutions, and brings leadership expertise.
  • Organizational Proficiency: Brings organizational and prioritization skills, coupled with experience and understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and methods.
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, fostering effective collaboration and communication with others.

 
 We look forward to meeting you! 



 

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Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner. 

 

About Cascades
To be part of Cascades is to reveal the full potential of materials, people and ideas. We are source of possibilities since 1964. Cascades have been providing sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 10,000 talents working in a network in almost 75 operating units located in North America. 

 


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