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AGI Manager, Continuous Improvement in Lethbridge, Alberta
Description
Position Title: Manager, Continuous Improvement
Department: Lean/Quality
Location: Nobleford, AB, Canada
About AGI
AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company. With over 4,000 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.
The Opportunity
The Continuous Improvement Manager is responsible for the ongoing process of improvement opportunities. This includes identifying and nominating projects, gathering and analyzing information, developing and communicating recommendations, and the flawless implementation of projects within the organization.
The Team
The role will report to the Senior Director of Canadian Manufacturing and is expected to have up to 3 direct reports.
Responsibilities
Be an active change agent within the division by cultivating a Lean thinking culture
Coach department leaders through the development of a model line using value stream analysis, cascaded down to the floor-based improvement initiatives, in order to meet business challenges
Develop lean depth capability by training and coaching department leaders in the organization’s methods and scientific thinking
Achieve sustainment of gains through coaching leaders to own and deploy daily management systems, including leadership standard work
Develop capability of lean team members across the division in order to become future coaches and leaders of the organization
Ensure operations move toward a problem solving and daily execution culture
Monitor and report on the progress of improvement projects
Use data analysis to measure performance metrics and assess current processes
Collaborate across all departments and ensure regular interaction with all levels of leadership
Presents, educates, and facilitates to all levels in the organization as well as to external audiences
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in the field of Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
5-7 years' related experience preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent problem-solving abilities
Strong communication and writing skills
Ability to interact with customers
Pride in workmanship
Excellent organization skills
Ability to work within a team and individually
Meticulous care and attention to detail
We thank you for applying, however, only those selected to continue in the interview process will be contacted.
AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.