Operational Excellence Project Manager - #228233

Position Summary:

The Operational Excellence Project Manager (Engineering dept) will provide support in the Moncton leadership team in both project engineering and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative, displays complex problem solving and decision-making abilities, has excellent organizational and communication skills and can function well both in an autonomous and team environment. The successful candidate possesses strong technical skills in project management, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, as well as interpersonal skills working with cross-functional teams to improve results.

Responsibilities:

• Support manufacturing processes through all lifecycle stages including conception, design, execution, commissioning, optimization and troubleshooting
• Lead CAPEX project planning and execution ensuring budget, schedule, safety, regulatory and quality requirements are met
• Manage continuous improvement initiatives to increase profitability, reduce waste, improve efficiency and enhance product quality
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, R&D, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain and other departments to provide technical support, incl. troubleshooting, providing training, data analysis/collection, etc.
• Developing online tools to improve workflow, data extraction, etc.
• Research, select, and install process equipment, often in collaboration with the organization’s Research & Development department
• Design, sourcing, and implementation of fixtures, jigs, go/no-go gauges, Poke Yokes, sensors, etc. that reduce cost, eliminate failure modes, and optimize production rates.
• Hands on duties including assisting with production activities and assembling equipment
• Reduce Occurrence and improve Detection of failure modes by leveraging PFMEA methodology. Analyze equipment malfunctions and failures accordingly based on root-cause analysis (i.e. 5-why) and develop and implement Corrective Actions.
• Support the development of preventative and predictive maintenance criteria.
• Develop technical documentation related to existing products, processes and equipment
• Must be able to work flexible hours as business needs require
• Other duties as required
  
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, operations management or equivalent experience
• Proven experience in project/process management of significant complexity and value
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Engineering and Operations in KPI driven roles involving Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement and Project Management
• Experience in the cannabis, pharmaceutical, food or CPG industries is an asset
• Lean manufacturing training and/or experience is an asset along with basic Quality Tools.
• Knowledge of an ERP/MRP system and mastery of IT tools such as Excel, Access D365, CAD
• A self-motivated, driven and hands-on approach to problem solving
• An analytical mindset
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting deadlines
• Ability to handle projects with multiple work streams both independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills