Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job PostingReady for a Tasty New Challenge?
SummaryReporting to the Continuous Improvement Leader, the Continuous Improvement Engineer will work on continuous improvement projects related to continually reducing costs and increasing overall efficiencies;
all within a fast-paced, high-growth food manufacturing environment.
What Wonderbrands Offers:
Wonderbrands believes in Home Grown Talent and accelerated career growth
Competitive Compensation, Health, and Dental Benefits
Pension plan with matching contribution
Incentive programs
Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
Location: Mississauga / Etobicoke, ON. (Travel to various facilities may be required)Responsibilities:
Implement and drive standard work, including appropriate communication boards and problem-solving systems focused on core operations
Participates and performs assessment - daily leadership round on the floor, with coaching of operators, and owning follow up to drive improvement
Continuously challenging the status quo to drive culture change at the Bakery towards a methodical, data driven approach to problem solving with an emphasis on root cause problem solving and sustaining improvements
Shares site performance weekly and monthly with the Bakery Leader
Identifies gaps in CI implementation against the plan and develops action steps with CI leader and Bakery leadership team
Collects, compiles and analyzes performance and/or financial data that supports process improvement, cost reduction activities, and/or manufacturing optimization (labor, Waste, OEE)
Develops insights from data evaluation to understand trends, root causes of problems, and identify opportunities for improvement
Utilize project management tools to track progress and provide status updates on key projects with Bakery project teams including leading sub-tracks of projects through to implementation
Assist with capital improvements recommendations
Have a forward view, working closely with Bakery Leader and Finance on the Bakery productivity pipeline and continued focus of eliminating inefficiencies and waste at the Bakery
Lead Continuous Improvement project teams, educate team members and spread the Continuous Improvement Culture throughout the organization
Requirements:
Completed Post-Secondary education (Industrial, Mechanical, or Chemical) Engineering
Training in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) is an asset
Prior work experience in a food manufacturing environment is an asset
Must possess excellent analytical skills
Must have demonstrated ability to interact with others and is adept at leading and motivating a team
Flexible to work different work schedules when needed
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills are required
Must have strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Must be adaptable, high energy and passionate in getting things done
Must have a valid G Driver's License and access to a reliable vehicle
Must be willing to travel to different sites within Ontario and Canada
Must be willing to work flexible shifts (including weekends) as per business and operational needs
What is the recipe for a great career at WonderbrandsWonderbrands, is a leading Canadian bakery with 140 years of experience in baking packaged breads. We are the makers of Wonder Bread, Country Harvest, D’Italiano, Gadoua, and Casa Mendosa. We have a network of 13 Bakery Manufacturing facilities across Canada.
Wonderbrands, now part of the FGF Brands Group of companies, is unlocking an incredible opportunity for growth through a focus on production innovation capabilities, through a leading-edge supply chain practice and investing deeply in communities where we bake.We are heavily focused on embracing an entrepreneurial drive and a highly collaborative start up culture with an emphasis on cross-functional collaboration.
In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization.
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.
Wonderbrands Group CompetenciesFGF Group Competencies:Adaptive Intelligence -
Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.
Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability : Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth
and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.
Calculated Risk-Taking : Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.
Collaborative Intelligence -
Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.
Team First and Collaboration : Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.
Entrepreneurial Intelligence -
Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.
Continuous Improvement : Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
Customer and Product Focus : Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
Fierce Execution : Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.
Leadership CompetenciesInspire & Energize Team Members
Continually inspires and develops Team Members and promote cross-functional collaboration.
Supports, shared knowledge and experience with your Team through authentic conversations and development planning
Communicates clear expectations
Uses insight and knowledge to influence others
Understands and acknowledge differences and modifies style to support unleashing potential
Demonstrates patience and empathy, while listening
Create Winning Relationships
Inspire enthusiasm & commitment by communicating a clear path to success
Empowers others by delegating and providing support and opportunities for growth
Identifies, raises and resolves conflict
Builds trust and models the “Coach Approach”
Entrepreneurial Leadership
Encourages informed risk-taking and supports learning from outcomes.
Creates an environment where your team enjoys working hard while having fun
Provides feedback to reinforce resultsDisclaimer: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.
In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization.
We affirm that our hiring process, including candidate screening, evaluation, and selection,
does not
involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools. All assessments and decisions are conducted by qualified human professionals to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance
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