Operations Productivity & Project Manager (Full Time - 12 Month Contract with Benefits) Mississauga, ON

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion. We live our mission of making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful and helping to sustain and protect our planet.

The company serves a variety of end markets including chemicals & refining, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing and primary metals. Linde's industrial gases are used in countless applications, from life-saving oxygen for hospitals to high-purity & specialty gases for electronics manufacturing, hydrogen for clean fuels and much more. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.

For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com.

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Operations Productivity & Project Manager (Full Time - 12 Month Contract with Benefits) Mississauga, ON

Primary Purpose

Accountable for prepare and execute productivity and operations projects working within a diverse multi-discipline from operations group. Productivity Manager will provide a lead role directing all project phases with the operations and leading projects that requires engineering (basic and detailed), analysis, procurement, fabrication, construction, and commissioning start up for small to large Industrial gas projects and publish results for each project, including the estimation of a yearly basis. This position is responsible for project scope, costs, schedule, safety, and project deliverables as reporting in productivity platforms.

Key Accountabilities

• Owner of Productivity targets Projects for M&O (Production & CES) with CAPEX & COST REDUCTION - implementation projects.
• Foster, coordinate, and implement the Productivity and Cost Reduction Plan throughout the company to establish a culture of continuous improvement and high performance nationwide, through initiatives focused on process improvement, defect reduction, waste elimination, and time reduction.
• Drive and empower all Six Sigma Lean roles within the company to act as change leaders toward a culture of productivity and process optimization, by applying their defined responsibilities as outlined in the corporation's Six Sigma Human
• Resources Guide. This will enable them to lead, direct, and coordinate productivity and cost reduction projects.
• Promote the identification and recognition of process improvement opportunities that result in productivity projects across Merchant & Onsite unit business.
• Ensure the realization of productivity benefits (annual ABP) and cost reduction (%Cost Stack) targets as defined in the company's annual business plan.
• Ensure the promotion of the company's Six Sigma culture through the development of roles defined by the corporation, by delivering the required Six Sigma and Lean training courses for each role.
• Ensure timely follow-up on productivity projects so that they are completed within the project cycle timeframe defined by corporate standards. Additionally, guarantee the minimum assignment of at least one project per Plant owner, process engineering or Green Belt.
• Promote the ongoing enhancement and updating of process improvement and productivity methodologies that support the achievement of business plan objectives.
• Coordinate with managers and directors to implement and foster a productivity culture, ensuring the continued momentum in identifying opportunities, supporting, and following up on projects. Their active involvement and leadership should serve as a model for others in embracing this culture.
• Promote and actively encourage the replication of successful projects and best practices throughout all business units of the company, fostering consistency, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Overall responsibility of project cycle, budget, and schedule.
• Provide interface between operations and engineering teams
• Prepare detailed project plans and control elements to ensure successful execution of the project
• Track and analyze project against schedule, budget and phase gate reviews, making necessary adjustments to keep projects on schedule and in budget
• Anticipate problems and develop recovery plans for off schedule and unanticipated events, all the while managing project risk
• Oversee the preparation of project reports and documents
• Provide Mentoring and coaching to Jr team members and provide feedback to the functional manager of record.
• Maintain awareness of safety and environmental requirements
• Potential to travel up to 25% of time depending on project requirements

Required Qualifications

Education

• BS in Engineering from an accredited institution, or recognized equivalent combination of experience and education
• Project Management Certification desirable
• Green Belt or Process Engineer certification desirable

Experience

• 10+ years of industry related experience, preferably in operations or engineering
• Working knowledge of industrial gas facilities and basic engineering principals
• Knowledge in productivity and implementation projects.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proven and effective leadership skills
• Proven ability to work within the office, construction, and operating plant environments
• Must have the perseverance and results-driven attitude
• Must be proficient in verbal and written communication
• Effective analytical and problem -solving skills
• Demonstrate honesty, integrity and professionalism.
• Able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal/ communication skills and the ability to manage change essential.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software

Linde has an extensive background check process which may include but is not limited to, a criminal background review, driver's license and abstract review, and may also include reference checks, employment and education verification.

Linde Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required. We will work with you to meet your needs.

We are committed to employment equity for women, aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Interested candidates from these groups are encouraged to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.