Manufacturing Optimization Specialist

Job Title: Manufacturing Optimization SpecialistLocation: 184 Black Diamond Road, Belleville ON K8N 5A1.About Us:Welcome to Lactalis Canada - where we take pride in being recognized as one of Forbes' 2022 top employers! Our journey revolves around enhancing the lives of Canadians through a rich variety of dairy delights, including some of Canadian's favourite dairy brands such as like Black Diamond Cheese, Lactantia Milk, Astro Yogurt, Balderson Cheese, and Cheestrings. In fact, we're proud to say our products grace the shelves of an incredible 94% of Canadian households!With a 140-year legacy driven by innovation and unwavering quality, we're seeking like-minded individuals to join us in shaping our next chapter. About the opportunity:Through assessment of plant Key Performance Indicators (KPI's), the Manufacturing OptimizationSpecialist initiates investigations and measurements to identify opportunities to improve overallperformance in the areas of Safety, Quality, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), capacityutilization, labour costs, productivity and customer satisfaction. Develop and implementcorrective actions or Continuous Improvements (CI's) and reports on results of processimprovements.The attributes we are looking for:Promote a focus on excellence and remain updated on plant KPI's to identify opportunities for improvement through use of problem analysis.Conduct measurements and trending analysis on manufacturing and maintenance processes to determine root cause of performance loss. Identify manufacturing and maintenance bottlenecks and determine optimum performance speeds and labour crewing.Recommend procedural and/or process changes, while implementing same to improve overall performance eg. SOP development and applicable training.Develop multi functional CI teams and liaise with other departments for the setup and execution of initiatives including improving overall crewing performance, CI trials and process improvements.Conduct safety assessments on work performed in production with the Joint Health & Safety Committee, Operators, Supervisors, etc., provide recommendations, and implement any necessary improvements.Act as liaison between production and maintenance during implementation of changes in Project Management (PM) programs, sanitary maintenance program, or troubleshooting of equipment performance issues to ensure smooth completion.Liaise with internal/external resources to design and implement engineered solutions to improve line OEE. Identify the pro-active maintenance requirements for assets to increase plant productivity, maximize reliability performance in a sustainable way.Carry out investigations into failures to eliminate their root causes.Identify and implement opportunities for improvement of Asset Health to optimize plant up time. Support maintenance tasks aligned with the reliability improvement: improvement tasks, inventory management, Root Cause Analysist (RCA), Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM), 5Why, 5S), eMoc and maintenance skills improvement.What you will bring:Engineering degree ( Preferably mechanical or Industrial ), B.Sc., or equivalent relevant work experienceMinimum three (3) years of experience in production operations, with high speed packaging equipmentExperience in leading work teams in continuous improvementExperience in motivating employees and in working in a team culture to development employee involvement (preferably in a unionized environment)Experience in generation of specification for new equipment and commissioning of new equipmentKnowledge of engineering and continuous improvement with high speed packaging, integration of lines with multiple automated equipmentOrganizational , communication and coaching skillsExcellent team leadership skillsExcellent problem solving and decision making skillsGood presentation skillsProficient with standard office computer technology such as Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office products, as well as CAD, SAP and experience with automationAbility to produce financial analysis reportsDetail orientedWhat Lactalis will offer:Lactalis Canada believes in rewarding its people with the following comprehensive benefits package and perks:Competitive Base SalaryPerformance-Based Bonus SystemWeeks of Vacationstarting day 1Pension Program with an Employer Match at 100% of up to 6%reimbursement plan of up to $3,000/yearVolunteer Day to give back to your communityand Development opportunitiescommitment to internal career advancement with potential for international mobilityOur ESG commitment: Our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) roadmap drives our sustainability mission. We aim to positively impact communities and the planet by enabling stakeholders including our people, consumers, customers, suppliers, dairy farmers, government, and industry partners to have a positive impact on the wellbeing of our communities and the planet through all that we do. At Lactalis Canada, we value our employees as catalysts for positive change. Together, we will create a sustainable future, promote belonging, and make a lasting impact on the world.Our commitment to DEI: Fuel Our Culture with Your Uniqueness! Lactalis thrives on the value each person brings. We're dedicated to amplifying diverse voices, inviting personal and professional growth, and embracing everyone's true selves. We're committed to crafting an environment that genuinely welcomes all, reflecting the richness of our people and communities.Our promise extends to accessible processes and spaces. If you require accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent), please inform our Talent Acquisition team - confidentiality will be maintained. Note: Lactalis Canada does not conduct credit or background checks through LinkedIn. If required, we'll contact you after signing a Job Offer. Dairy Product Manufacturing,Food and Beverage Manufacturing