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Lead, Continuous Improvement Specialist

2 months ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Seaspan Full time

Job Summary

The Lead, Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsible for guiding CI projects and directing Specialists through the full project life cycle to improve quality, reduce costs, and enhance delivery at Seaspan Shipyards. This role supports the business in achieving target performance across all business functions by seizing opportunities to train CI techniques and enhance the culture of Continuous Improvement through direct and indirect outreach.

Key Responsibilities

  • Mentor and coach team members, and others, in the proper use of improvement tools and techniques.
  • Organize internal and external Lean Six Sigma training, including the LSS Belt program and ad hoc training to support the business needs.
  • Develop, prioritize, and deliver improvement projects with relevant stakeholders, including communication of progress and results, monitoring effectiveness, and ensuring sustainability.
  • Perform root cause analysis, strategic business analysis, and project planning to prioritize and initiate improvement projects, both internally and in support of other functions.
  • Support the delivery of initiatives led by other departments, in particular high-priority projects requiring cross-departmental support.
  • Share and promote continuous improvement best practices with employees and managers to facilitate a collaborative, continuous improvement culture.
  • Ensure the Seaspan Management of Change procedure is utilized as required.
  • Research, evaluate, and implement current industry best practice methods, procedures, and technology, as relevant to assigned projects or department in general.
  • Perform process and gap analysis to ensure compatibility and interoperability of processes and systems.
  • Act as the delegate to the Senior Manager, CI as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent experience/certification.
  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background and/or experience.
  • 8 or more years of experience working in a related position with a strong interest in Continuous Improvement and manufacturing.
  • Prior experience in shipbuilding/heavy manufacturing is desirable.
  • Proven people leader with excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills.
  • Expert knowledge of lean manufacturing, and process analysis tools and methodologies.
  • Predictive analytics skills using statistical software and data mining.
  • Financial acumen with the ability to quantify project benefits to the business and relate to the overall business strategy.
  • High degree of tenacity, self-motivation, innovation, and critical thinking.
  • Ability to interpret internal and external issues and recommend solutions/best practices to solve complex technical problems.
  • Excellent analytical skills to gather and analyze/synthesize data, confirming its accuracy and adequacy.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, including the ability to produce and present clear technical specifications, presentations, procedures, and reports.
  • Strong understanding of organizational change management.
  • Strong organizational skills, including the ability to maintain organization in a changing environment, multi-task, and establish priorities.
  • PC proficiency required. Advanced knowledge of basic Microsoft Office 2010 software suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design software, document control systems, and databases.

What We Offer

  • This is a full-time, permanent position with multiple operations and long-term projects, providing job stability.
  • A very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate's experience.
  • A best-in-class health and wellness benefits package, including full health care, dental, vision, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, Personal Spending Account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
  • Free on-site gym.
  • Parking is included, and a complimentary shuttle bus is available for those using transit.