Asset Owner

About Cascades

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. We are a source of possibilities since 1964, providing sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 10,000 talents working in a network of almost 70 operating units located in North America.

Responsibilities

• Coach operators and evaluate performance as part of the annual review process
• Validate daily performance, production transactions, and time losses
• Review daily quality results and address any identified issues
• Share best practices and collaborate with other Asset Owners
• Conduct Health and Safety audits; develop action plans to maintain a clean, organized, and compliant work environment; own A-risk mitigation
• Support DRS action plans and proactively address asset-related time losses
• Drive continuous improvement of the DRS board to align with evolving operational requirements
• Coach operators on effective communication across all DRS meetings
• Support the Lean Leadership and Autonomous Asset Management pillars
• Develop, review, and continuously improve Cleaning, Inspection, and Lubrication (CIL) processes and ensure effective execution
• Assess asset performance and implement corrective actions as needed
• Monitor material consumption and take corrective measures to optimize usage
• Perform risk assessments and analyze equipment and operational tasks
• Manage documentation, including the creation, revision, and control of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Own and oversee training for all assets, ensuring capability development and compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology, Engineering or other related degree or a vocational certificate/diploma. A combination of education and lean manufacturing experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 3+ years’ leadership experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and coaching teams
• Extensive knowledge of assets and processes
• 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
• Demonstrate strong servant leadership value

Benefits

• Excellent Benefits Package offering health options, life insurance, time off and more
• Financial Benefits include 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Sharing & Stock Options
• Well-Being Benefits include EAP options, lifestyle Benefits, legal plan, critical illness

Pay

Base Salary Range for Asset Owner: starting at $76k yearly plus profit sharing