Process Lead - Montréal Plant - 18-month contract

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Location : Montreal Plant, Quebec (Canada). Please note that this role is not remote.
Please apply until the 13th of August 2026.
Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted and there may be a few weeks of delay.

Process Lead – Montréal Plant – 18-month contract

Purpose of the Role

Reporting to the Cell Lead and working closely with the Maintenance Lead for Cell No. 3 in the Tobacco Manufacturing department, the Process Lead will be responsible for applying IWS (Integrated Work System) processes, as well as developing and monitoring action plans to achieve short-, medium- and long-term objectives.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in operational meetings and contribute to aligning the cell’s priorities
• Define, verify, improve and maintain technical and operational process standards
• Implement and optimize applicable processes and operational standards
• Train team members on established standards and ensure they are properly understood
• Lead technical improvements aimed at reducing losses and supporting operational performance
• Contribute to the execution of preventive maintenance and the breakdown elimination process
• Lead and coordinate engineering activities related to the cell’s processes
• Actively participate in health and safety initiatives and take ownership when required
• Monitor quality-related results and contribute to implementing corrective actions as needed
• Participate in the loss elimination committee and contribute to identifying improvement opportunities

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of two years of experience in the manufacturing industry
• Technical diploma or university degree in a related field
• Good knowledge of statistical rules and data analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Excel

Skills, Competencies and Languages

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and leadership skills
• Possess excellent French and English skills, both oral and written
• Be comfortable working on the production floor with operators, mechanics and electricians
• Demonstrate strong punctuality and excellent organizational skills

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Next Steps

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

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