Continuous Improvement Specialist

7 days ago

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada Cementation Canada Full time

Continuous Improvement Specialist

Location:
Corporate Office North Bay, ON

Hybrid Work Schedule:
Remote Option: Monday & Friday / In-Office: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

Job Type:
Full Time

Reports To:
Performance Manager

Posted:
January 31, 2024

About Cementation Canada:

You feel passionate about what you do. You made the right decision choosing your career path.

The question is, are you in the right place? Is your full potential being realized, are you continuing to develop expertise in your chosen field, and does your passion remain strong? At Cementation, we respect experience; we get excited about potential.

Cementation is an underground mine contracting and engineering company. We build mines. Structured to deliver design-build solutions for technically challenging projects, our people build world-class shaft sinking and mine development projects. Our work requires a team approach where respect is expected, and innovation is encouraged if safety is not compromised.


Being an employer of choice in the mining industry has always been a mainstay of our mission statement, and Cementation is proud to have been selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers for seven years.

Open the door to new opportunities and grow with us. We offer a flexible work environment and support a sustainable life/work balance.

General Purpose of This Position:


Reporting to the Performance Manager, the Continuous Improvement Specialist will analyze the company's processes and make continuous improvement recommendations, as well as support and implement continuous improvement strategies related to safety, performance, quality, and client satisfaction.


Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Health & Safety

  • Work in compliance with all Health and Safety rules and regulations for Cementation.
  • Be aware of any health and safety hazards or infractions and report same to Health and Safety Department.
  • Ensure the measures and procedures prescribed by the applicable Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations are carried out in the workplace.

General Duties & Responsibilities:

This description lists the core responsibilities and duties of the position. Additional duties deemed to be within the incumbent's capabilities, on an as-required basis, may be assigned by management.

  • Support and implement continuous improvement strategies to optimize productivity and reduce operational costs.
  • Identify and assess opportunities for process enhancements and increased efficiency, always maintaining a firm focus on safety and risk management.
  • Collaborate with operations and corporate stakeholders to implement Short Term Interval Control (SIC) and other Continuous Improvement techniques.
  • Conduct regular performance analyses (daily, weekly, and monthly reports) that facilitate identification of improvement areas.
  • Facilitate workshops, training, and coach teams on continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback and promote idea generation among site personnel.
  • Stay updated of industry innovations, processes, and technological advancements to uphold a competitive edge.
  • Use data analysis and metrics (KPI's) to measure the success of operations, drive decisionmaking and validate improvement efforts.
  • Implement and support the deployment of data gathering platforms/technologies at sites, ensuring effective utilization of tools for data collection, analysis, and interpretation to drive informed decisionmaking and Short-Term Interval Control.
  • Regularly review and refine improvement processes to ensure ongoing effectiveness and sustainability.
  • Facilitate and document best practices and lessons learned from improvement initiatives to share across the organization.
  • Ensure compliance with industry and local codes, regulations, and client mandates while contributing to the development and refinement of departmental standards.
  • Support other business functions:
  • Business development and tendering activities, aiding the contracting group with estimations.
  • Contribute to the company's marketing efforts.
  • Provide technical assistance during mining operations and construction phases, collaborating with procurement and ensuring client needs are met.
  • Align decisions with the company's vision and mission, prioritizing the "best for project" philosophy.
  • Address customer needs diligently, solving problems and nurturing client relationships.
  • Support ontime, onbudget project delivery prioritizing safety.
  • Support the execution of project contracts by maintaining an ethically centric approach in all you do for the benefit of all stakeholders.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.
  • Monitor and Coach site personnel.

Travel Requirements:

  • This position has the requirement for frequent travel to our project sites and offices.
  • Travel period may range from one day to several weeks.
  • Travel may include overseas assignme

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