Continuous Improvement Manager

Job Description
About PFX™

We engineer leading fluid solutions that keep the world moving and we’re building a better future while we do it. As a vertically integrated global powerhouse, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and 4 R&D centers across the world, delivering performance from lab to road in over 40 countries.

PFX Group™ brings together a family of trusted companies including Recochem, Prestone, Adam’s Polishes, B&B Blending, Kost USA, Ultra Clear, POR and Auto-Chem, each with deep expertise, regional insight, and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.

From automotive and heavy-duty thermal management systems to household and industrial solutions, our products are built for performance, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in fluid technology.

Target

Start Date:

June, 2026

Hiring Min Rate: $80,000 CAD

Hiring Max Rate: $110.000

CAD

Job summary
Drive a culture of Business Excellence and process improvement throughout the Recochem Site. Lead 2 CI Projects annually and Mentor 2 to 7 Yellow Belt / Green Belt project leaders to project completion and certification annually. Deliver the site annualized EBITDA CI savings target through projects led and mentored.

Responsibilities

Proactively engage with the business and across functions to identify meaningful opportunities for improving business efficiency. Participate in the monthly Recochem National CI team meetings and share company-wide best practices, set the priorities for business excellence, and identify future projects.

Support Yellow Belts, Green Belts and Operational leaders in Lean Transformation Activity / Events.

Function as the site CI SME to implement National CI programs and initiatives.

Lead by example as an active change agent by managing complex projects and leveraging influencing skills come from experience in Lean Six Sigma and project management.

Support the Finance team to track the benefits from projects to ensure changes are sustained.

Work with site personnel to build the plan to achieve the annual site CI savings target. Plan, organize, and run the monthly site CI review meetings.
Analyze and troubleshoot manufacturing/business requirements including the flow of materials, assemblies, project plans, production capacity, facility design and creation of associated process documentation.

Propose modifications to manufacturing/distribution processes to attain better efficiencies. Review SOP’s and other documents as required. Conduct advanced data collection and analysis for process mapping. Develop budgets, cost analysis, and contribute to financial reviews on all CI projects and initiatives.

Drive value stream mapping to define “As-Is-Analysis” and the transition to future state. Develop and conduct audits process verification, program evaluations, and reviews to drive results with the assistance of the plant manager and supervisors.

Liaises with consultants on behalf of local teams for assistance if required.

Maintain data reporting on CI project progress and achievements. Hand-off completed CI projects to operations team. Mentor, train, and provide support and guidance to staff regarding the Lean Six Sigma Processes and techniques.

Observe individual performance of designated plant employees to identify training improvement requirements opportunities.

Balances team and individual responsibilities;
Recognizes accomplishments of other associates.

Proactively seeks and seizes opportunities to improve the company’s offerings and overall positioning.

Develops and refines strategic plans and action plans to achieve declared objectives.

Effectively communicates / sells those plans to others, gathers, and incorporates further input where appropriate and then implements action steps efficiently and prudently.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent training and experience

10 years’ experience in manufacturing environment

Lean and/or Six Sigma experience

LSS Black Belt Certified or equivalent training and experience

Exceptional communication and written skills in English/French written/verbal

Ability to effectively communicate roles and…