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Management Trainee

Leclerc Biscuits Leclerc Ltée logo 2024-9-5
  • job type icon Full-Time
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Leclerc is a family business with 117 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,400 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

 Working at Leclerc means...

  • Working in a family business
  • Evolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technology
  • Starting a new job with paid and adapted training
  • Benefit from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, 1 week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation and more)
  • Save on our delicious products and discover exclusive novelties
  • Take advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the company
  • Integrate a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform and more)

Management Trainee

 

Are you a high energy leader looking to begin your career with an outstanding organization? Then Leclerc Group’s Management Trainee program is perfect for you!

 

Leclerc Group

 

A Love Story Since 1905

After 118 years of dedication to making cookies, snack bars, and crackers, our family business has become a true leader in the agrifood industry.

 

Working for Leclerc Group means working for a company that looks to the future. Leclerc Group is a family success story. We’re proud of our family values and we keep our focus on people; that’s important to us! We stress innovation because we believe it paves the way for future success. As for our products, they all share a fundamental characteristic: uncompromising quality!

 

As a management trainee, you will:

  • Receive training and growth opportunities while learning the full scope of operations under the guidance of the plant manager
  • Be an active member of the plant leadership team
  • Build and develop leadership, communication and strategic planning skills along with strong relationships that will prepare you for a future managerial role
  • Lead a frontline team, conduct operations assessments, cost/benefit analysis, lead and oversee projects and operating procedures
  • Work in a high velocity production environment
  • Have excellent career advancement opportunities

 

Position Responsibilities

 

Operations Support

  • Organizes and participates in loss prevention activities; educates employees on value-added production concepts
  • Analyzes causes of waste and recommends methods of improvement
  • Identifies and proposes the most effective tools and methods for improved operational practices
  • Plans, organizes and leads improvement programs
  • Assesses organization’s knowledge management tools, makes recommendations for improvement
  • Develops and leads training related to identified areas of need
  • Embraces, supports and leads a strong workplace safety culture

Lead improvement projects

  • Works with team to establish Continuous Improvement metrics that align with operational goals and objectives
  • Executes improvement projects related to the plant's strategic plan
  • Analyzes existing processes and identifies opportunities for improvement and development; recommends and prioritizes projects
  • Supports leadership and team members in the implementation of projects
  • Establishes measurable standards and regularly monitors progress to ensure desired outcome is achieved.
  • Facilitates, and leads workshops using a DMAIC project management approach

Qualifications

  • Holds, or will earn a technical degree within the next 12 months
  • Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills and command of the English language
  • Demonstrates initiative, able to make quick, informed decisions and enjoy working in a fast-paced, challenging environment
  • Committed to collaborating with and leading people
  • Proficient in computerized technologies
  • Able to work a flexible work schedule as needed, available for occasional travel, open to temporary assignment at another site
  • Open to relocation at the end of the program
  • Previous manufacturing experience is helpful
  • Able to stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time and to lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 lbs

Leclerc employees enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits program, clean, climate controlled environment, snacks at will, discounts on company products, and have fun at work

 

Come build your career with Leclerc!


Management Trainee

 

Are you a high energy leader looking to begin your career with an outstanding organization? Then Leclerc Group’s Management Trainee program is perfect for you!

 

Leclerc Group

 

A Love Story Since 1905

After 118 years of dedication to making cookies, snack bars, and crackers, our family business has become a true leader in the agrifood industry.

 

Working for Leclerc Group means working for a company that looks to the future. Leclerc Group is a family success story. We’re proud of our family values and we keep our focus on people; that’s important to us! We stress innovation because we believe it paves the way for future success. As for our products, they all share a fundamental characteristic: uncompromising quality!

 

As a management trainee, you will:
 - Receive training and growth opportunities while learning the full scope of operations under the guidance of the plant manager
 - Be an active member of the plant leadership team
 - Build and develop leadership, communication and strategic planning skills along with strong relationships that will prepare you for a future managerial role
 - Lead a frontline team, conduct operations assessments, cost/benefit analysis, lead and oversee projects and operating procedures
 - Work in a high velocity production environment
 - Have excellent career advancement opportunities


 

Position Responsibilities

 

Operations Support
 - Organizes and participates in loss prevention activities; educates employees on value-added production concepts
 - Analyzes causes of waste and recommends methods of improvement
 - Identifies and proposes the most effective tools and methods for improved operational practices
 - Plans, organizes and leads improvement programs
 - Assesses organization’s knowledge management tools, makes recommendations for improvement
 - Develops and leads training related to identified areas of need
 - Embraces, supports and leads a strong workplace safety culture


Lead improvement projects
 - Works with team to establish Continuous Improvement metrics that align with operational goals and objectives
 - Executes improvement projects related to the plant's strategic plan
 - Analyzes existing processes and identifies opportunities for improvement and development; recommends and prioritizes projects
 - Supports leadership and team members in the implementation of projects
 - Establishes measurable standards and regularly monitors progress to ensure desired outcome is achieved.
 - Facilitates, and leads workshops using a DMAIC project management approach


Qualifications
 - Holds, or will earn a technical degree within the next 12 months
 - Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills and command of the English language
 - Demonstrates initiative, able to make quick, informed decisions and enjoy working in a fast-paced, challenging environment
 - Committed to collaborating with and leading people
 - Proficient in computerized technologies
 - Able to work a flexible work schedule as needed, available for occasional travel, open to temporary assignment at another site
 - Open to relocation at the end of the program
 - Previous manufacturing experience is helpful
 - Able to stand, walk and sit for extended periods of time and to lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 lbs


Leclerc employees enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits program, clean, climate controlled environment, snacks at will, discounts on company products, and have fun at work

 

Come build your career with Leclerc!
Kingsport, Tennessee

KINGSPORT

Workplace

Our Kingsport site has two ultra‑modern plants that primarily produce crackers and granola bars. Just like the city itself, our Kingsport plant is full of friendly, welcoming people who make you feel right at home. On a personal and professional level, everyone agrees that it’s a good place to work.

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