Director, Continuous Improvement

Director, Continuous Improvement 1

Partner with the site/function business leaders to develop the site/function strategy deployment plans. Actively drive the creation and deployment of an annual global CI strategy, which supports the site/function strategy deployment plans. Incorporate the CI (Lean and Six Sigma) vision into all elements of the plan. Responsible for employee engagement, collaboration and maturity in CI performance at site/function level and sharing good practices across the region. Recognized subject matter expert on Lean and Six Sigma principles, systems, methods and tools. Collaborate with other CI leaders within the organization to ensure consistency across segments and functions. Manage a multi-level team of direct and indirect resources to effectively support the execution of the strategy deployment plans and to deliver projects and benefits to the site/function.

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following: Work with the leadership team to lead the development and implementation of CI strategy Manage local teams to deliver CI improvement projects supporting all business functions Ensure a common approach to process improvement standards and methodology is practiced across the site/function Drive the adoption and measurement of the Systematic CI Framework Standards, including key system elements like CI Committee and Management Gemba, while reflecting on and enhancing the Standards Support the onboarding, training and education of CI within the local site/function. Lead and collaborate with site's or function's productivity projects related to Continuous Improvement and support the project funnel in the Cost Productivity Roadmap Provide hands-on leadership and motivation to site and/or regional personnel to implement CI best practices, such as lead Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events Lead process improvement based CI workshops to drive ideas and solutions to achieve the site's or function's productivity e.g. capacity improvement, headcount analysis and improvement, line and layout design Keep abreast of best practices (in the both broader Celestica network and the industry) to integrate back into the function/region Collect and report monthly CI KPI's and Framework score to all local and regional stakeholders. This includes discussion and improvement action plans as part of site/function monthly reviews Work closely with all area owners to create a culture of continuous improvement

Demonstrated experience of identifying the need for and implementing process improvements that resulted in significant gains in operational efficiencies Demonstrated success in leading/facilitating a CI transformation Strong professional acumen and effective written and verbal communication skills Proven project management and organizational skills and expertise Must have the ability to handle multiple priority tasks in a manner that meets business requirements Excellent interpersonal skills Strong oral and written communication skills Demonstrated ability to influence and lead without direct authority by acting as a change agent Trains/coaches/mentors others in CI subject matter The ability to apply the scientific method through PDCA or DMAIC to solve complex cross-functional and technical problems where the symptom(s) and/or root cause(s) are not understood Experience in key facets of complex manufacturing and support function environments Demonstrated experience in deploying CI across entire value streams Proven ability to work effectively at all levels of the organization Leadership experience within a matrix organization People management and development experience Change Management Collaboration Communication Planning Problem solving Results oriented Leadership Time Management Teamwork Initiative Flexibility

Duties of this position are performed in generally good conditions with occasional exposure (10% - 33%) to noise, odours, dust, drafts, chemicals, operating machinery, temperature extremes, hazardous substances, etc. Duties may require regular periods of sitting and/or standing and sustained visual concentration on observing operations. Repetitive manual movements (e.g. data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, time studies, assembling workstations/racking, labeling, floor taping, etc., as applicable) are regularly required. Occasional overnight travel is required.

Typical Experience: 10+ years of experience minimum Master Black Belt, CI Manager Should be very experienced in CI and will have worked upon a CI deployment in a past role Experience in change management Operations experience is also essential Management and leadership experience Typical Education Bachelor Degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.