Lean Champion

Company Overview

Cascadia Windows & Doors is an innovative, industry-leading manufacturer that creates beautifully designed fiberglass windows, doors, and cladding support systems. Included in some of the most exciting and award-winning construction projects across North America, Cascadia’s goal is to help revolutionize the energy efficiency of modern buildings and drive the adoption of high-performance building products.

Broad Objectives:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Lean Champion to lead and drive our organization’s Lean transformation initiatives. The Lean Champion will be responsible for promoting a culture of continuous improvement, training teams on Lean principles, and implementing strategies to enhance operational efficiency. This role plays a critical part in identifying opportunities for improvement and fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and facilitate Lean initiatives, including Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process improvement projects.
• Develop and deliver Lean training programs to employees at all levels, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Analyze current processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste; recommend and implement actionable solutions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align Lean activities with organizational goals and objectives.
• Establish and track metrics to measure the effectiveness and sustainability of Lean initiatives.
• Act as a mentor and coach to employees, empowering them to identify and address process challenges independently.
• Communicate progress, successes, and challenges to leadership and other stakeholders through reports and presentations.
• Stay current with industry trends and advancements in Lean and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ensure alignment of Lean efforts with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
  
  

Qualifications And Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) is often preferred.
• Proficiency in data analysis to drive informed decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage change effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills to train, mentor, and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  
  

Salary And Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Excellent benefits plan.
• 100% company-paid extended benefits package after 3 months.
• RRSP program after 2 years.
• Continuous training and opportunities to learn with a knowledge-based company at the forefront of the green building movement.
  
  

About Cascadia Windows & Doors

Cascadia Windows & Doors is an innovative, industry leader, in manufacturing beautifully designed architectural fiberglass windows, doors, and cladding support systems. Included in some of the most exciting and award-winning construction projects across North America, Cascadia’s goal is to help revolutionize the energy efficiency of modern buildings and drive the adoption of high-performance building products.

Please send expressions of interest and resumes for this position to Samantha Sass, Human Resources Manager, at [email protected].

About Cascadia Windows & Doors:

Cascadia Windows & Doors is an innovative, industry leader, manufacturing beautifully designed architectural fiberglass windows, doors, and cladding support systems. Included in some of the most exciting and award-winning construction projects across North America, Cascadia’s goal is to help revolutionize the energy-efficiency of modern buildings and drive the adoption of high-performance building products.