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Corporate - Director Continuous Improvement & Lean

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Montréal

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's/Master's in industrial engineering, 10+ years in lean manufacturing/management (preferably medical), strong leadership, data analysis skills, and willingness to travel 75%.
  • You will lead Lean initiatives, optimize productivity and quality, coach teams on tools, drive industrial projects, and share best practices across the zone.

Requirements

  • Level of education and professional experience: Bachelor or Master Degree in general industrial engineering, more than 10 years of professional experience as Lean manufacturing Manager, Plant Manager, Production Manager, ideally in the medical device industry.
  • Technical skills: Master all the lean manufacturing concepts
  • Behavioral Skills: Excellent knowledge of continuous improvement tools with proven successful implementation, able to influence and deal with diverse people at any level of the organization, passion for results, customer oriented, actions oriented with a “on the floor” mindset, strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement data-driven solutions. Capability to synthetize and communicate simply complex issues and solutions
  • Traveling: up to 75% of the time

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute the Lean Manufacturing roadmap of the zone to drive industrial and financial performances according to the zone budget and beyond
  • Use the LIFE methodology and RX Referential standards across the network to improve productivity, quality, service and standardization
  • Collaborate on the industrial projects of zone to bring the lean expertise (i.e. relayout, installation of new equipment)
  • Empower, develop and coach the Lean Leader team, the local CI and production teams in the labs by doing with them on the floor tools implementation such as VSM, QRQC, SMED.
  • Be the gear that make the change on the floor to transform the labs as per the RX Referential
  • Animate the benchmark and best practices for the zone
  • Lead and execute the Lean Manufacturing roadmap of the zone to drive industrial and financial performances according to the zone objectives and beyond
  • Use the LIFE methodology and RX Referential standards across the network to improve productivity, quality, service, consumables costs and standardization
  • Collaborate on the industrial projects of zone to bring the lean expertise (i.e. relayout, installation of new equipment…)
  • Empower and develop the Lean Leader team, the local CI and production teams in the labs by doing with them on the floor tools implementation such as VSM, QRQC, SMED,…
  • Be the gear that make the change on the floor to transform the labs as per the RX Referential
  • Animate the benchmark and best practices for the zone

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Corporate - Director Continuous Improvement & Lean position?

A Bachelor or Master's Degree in general industrial engineering and more than 10 years of professional experience as a Lean manufacturing Manager, Plant Manager, or Production Manager, ideally in the medical device industry are required.

What are the primary responsibilities of this role?

The primary responsibilities include leading the Lean Manufacturing roadmap, improving productivity and quality using LIFE methodology, collaborating on industrial projects, coaching Lean Leader teams, and implementing continuous improvement tools.

What skills are necessary for success in this position?

Candidates should master lean manufacturing concepts, have excellent knowledge of continuous improvement tools, possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills, and be able to analyze data and implement data-driven solutions.

What is the expected travel requirement for this position?

The position requires up to 75% travel time.

Is there a standard career progression following this role?

While specific career progression can vary, this role typically leads to higher executive positions within Operations or Continuous Improvement due to the leadership and expertise developed.

Does the company offer a competitive compensation package?

Yes, compensation is determined by several factors, including geography, experience, and qualifications, and may include bonuses or commission along with a comprehensive benefits package.

How does EssilorLuxottica support diversity and inclusion in the hiring process?

EssilorLuxottica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides consideration for employment without regard to various characteristics, promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Are accommodations available for individuals with disabilities during the application process?

Yes, reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities, and inquiries can be directed to the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline or via email.

What tools and methodologies will I be expected to implement in this role?

You will be expected to implement various continuous improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Quick Response Quality Control (QRQC), and Single Minute Exchange of Die (SMED).

What is the company’s stance on working closely with teams on the floor?

Candidates must have an “on the floor” mindset, as collaboration with local Continuous Improvement and production teams is essential for promoting Lean practices and achieving operational excellence.

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Mission & Purpose

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. Formed in 2018 by the combination of Essilor and Luxottica, our Company combines two centuries of innovation and human endeavour to elevate vision care and the consumer experience around it. We are home to the most loved and widely-recognized vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Our proprietary eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Our advanced lens technologies include Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions. We offer superior shopping and patient experiences with a network of 18,000 stores including world-class retail brands like Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò and GrandVision. Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s 180,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more. In 2021, the Company’s milestones included a collaboration with Meta to launch Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses; the acquisition of GrandVision bringing 39,000 new employees into our family; expansion of our International Employee Shareholding community, and the launch of Eyes on the Planet, our strategic approach to sustainability.