Continuous Improvement Manager

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Lead the design and deployment of the DuBois Production System, a structured and repeatable model transforming value streams across North America. Your mission: cultivate CI and problem solving as core capabilities, embedding sustainable improvements that deliver measurable operational performance and strategic advantage. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operational Leadership

• Support the Warehouse Manager in overseeing all warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and shipping of materials.
• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of warehouse staff to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts, audits, and use of warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Monitor performance metrics and assist in implementing corrective actions to improve efficiency and service levels.
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, and Customer Service teams to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of orders.
• Assist in developing and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and compliance.

Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce all Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures.
• Support the “Target Zero” safety initiative and lead by example in maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant work environment.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and storage of hazardous materials (Hazmat/Hazcom compliance).
• Identify and report facility or equipment safety hazards and assist in corrective actions such as racking repairs or forklift maintenance.

People Management

• Help train, coach, and mentor warehouse employees, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety.
• Support employee scheduling, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions as directed by the Warehouse Manager.
• Assist in hiring and onboarding new staff and developing cross-training programs to strengthen team versatility.
• Participate in and help lead the warehouse safety committee.

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to improvement projects focused on efficiency, inventory accuracy, and cost reduction.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflow, optimize space utilization, and enhance warehouse processes.
• Support ERP and WMS data integrity by ensuring accurate transaction recording and documentation.
• Assist with reporting metrics and presenting findings or improvement recommendations to management.

Customer & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Communicate professionally with internal departments, drivers, and external partners to resolve issues quickly.
• Support investigations into service or shipping errors, working toward 100% accuracy and on-time delivery.
• Serve as a backup contact to the Warehouse Manager for internal and external communication when needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• 5+ years in CI or operations roles across manufacturing, with demonstrated Lean/Six Sigma expertise. 

• Experience leading and delivering CI projects across multiple plant sites. 

• Proficiency in CI and problem-solving tools 

• Excellent coaching, influencing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. 

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field; advanced degree preferred. 

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