Process Lead L2
Welcome to Cascades
At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first:
* Telemedicine, Group insurance
* Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)
* Financial Benefits: Profit Sharing Plan, Retirement Plan with company matching, Stock Options & Annual flexible reimbursement program
* Base salary range for Process Lead L2 between $ 81,000 and $100,000 CAD annually, based on experience
At our facility in Scarborough you can develop your full potential, sustainably, by applying your expertise within the Packaging team as the Process Lead L2 :
* Collect, analyze, and report quality and production variance data; develop and execute action plans to mitigate deviations and improve asset performance.
* Lead continuous improvement of Centerline (CL) and Run Condition Optimization (RCO) standards and processes; share best practices across Process Leads and CI teams.
* Train and coach operators on CL and RCO best practices; manage documentation including SOPs and communicate procedural issues with suppliers.
* Support autonomous asset management, quality, and continuous improvement pillars; assess equipment performance and correct non‑standard operating conditions.
* Collaborate with production planning to optimize production schedules, grade changes, and centerline calibration; use centerline data to troubleshoot and ensure correct machine base conditions.
* Support small and large‑scale projects and modifications, including machine part design and product development/qualification.
Bring out the best in yourself
Every day, our colleagues choose to respect their true nature by contributing with passion to our mission. You too, put forward your strengths:
* Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing teams to achieve operational and quality objectives.
* Strong knowledge and expertise in area‑specific processes and systems, with a solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing Principles and Continuous Improvement tools.
* Proven analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess data and identify effective, sustainable solutions.
* Ability to navigate ambiguous, complex, and changing situations while maintaining focus on results and priorities.
* Excellent organizational, time‑management, and prioritization skills in fast‑paced manufacturing environments.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and levels.
* 3 years of experience (flexible)
We look forward to meeting you
About Cascades
Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner.
To be part of Cascades is to reveal the full potential of materials, people and ideas. We are a source of possibilities since 1964. Cascades have been providing sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 10,000 talents working in a network in almost 70 operating units located in North America.
Your challenge
Reporting to the Production Manager, the Process Lead's mission is to be responsible for all outcomes related to the techniques, processes, and systems in an area and supports the Asset Owner and Maintenance Lead, owning processes for Centerlines (CL) and Rapid Changeovers (RCO).
Individual responsibilities
Accountable
Define standard processes for managing centerlines (CL) and rapid changeovers (RCO), ensure that processes are executed properly, and review & improve processes
Responsible
Work with production planners to optimize production schedule and grade changes
Calibrate centerline
Develop modification request forms (DAMMES)
Collects and analyzes data on quality and production variances and creates action plan to mitigate variance
Share best practices with other Process Leads
Communicate any procedural issues with suppliers
Support large / small scale projects / modifications in area including machine parts design
Continuously improve standards and processes related to CL and RCO
Utilize centerline to troubleshoot and ensure correct base condition
Train and coach operators on best practices for CL and RCO
Support CI Pillar, Autonomous Asset Management Pillar, and Quality Pillar
Assess asset performance and correct situation
Execute product development/qualification process
Document management (standard operating procedures "SOP's")
Experiences and strengths
Experience leading and coaching teams
Knowledge / expertise of area processes and systems
Demonstrates good analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrates ability to overcome ambiguous and complex situations
Brings strong organizational and prioritization skills
Experience and understanding of Lean Production System principles
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work well and communicate with others
Core competencies defined for this job
Planning and organizing Advisory role *Health and safety Coaching Autonomy Continuous improvement