Continuous Improvement Specialist

Company Description

Canada Goose isn't like anything else. We've built something great, something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose, you're part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition, observe every detail, and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.

Here, opportunities are everywhere - to try something new, to learn, to do meaningful and impactful work, and they're yours for the taking.

**Job Description**:
The Continuous Improvement Specialist will strategically implement lean manufacturing to continually improve the production process. You will assist in production operations to drive efficiency improvement in manufacturing by utilizing continuous improvement techniques.

**What You’ll Do**:

- Recommend methods for improving worker’s efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities
- Drive the standardization of processes and implementation of Lean metrics and best practices
- Contribute to the 5s initiative to ensure that improvements are sustained and entrenched within the business
- Demonstrate leadership by mentoring production staff and promote knowledge transfer between teams
- Develop a curriculum for Lean training and establish a structure in the business to improve the lean knowledge across the business
- Host Kaizen improvement events
- Ensure the factory layout, both at macro and micro levels, is suitable for an efficient manufacturing process
- Identify and implement new technologies, Capex justification, planning and implementation
- Provide world class manufacturing techniques to support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement
- Other duties as assigned

**Let’s Talk About You**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Engineering.
- 2-3 years’ experience as a Continuous Improvement Specialist in a manufacturing environment preferred.
- Lean Green Belt designation would be highly desirable
- Apparel manufacturing experience preferred.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities.
- Fluent in English
- Strong capabilities in planning, organizing and process control.
- Consistently exhibits Canada Goose’s Values, taking pride in being innovative, respectful, passionate, accountable, and entrepreneurial while exhibiting personal commitment.
- Must be proficient with computers and business software such as MS Office, and Excel.

Additional Information

**What’s in it For You?**
- A company built on Canadian roots and heritage
- Your work is recognized with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program
- Opportunities for career growth through numerous internal and external programs
- Recognize and be recognized by your peers with our Goose Rewards & ICON Rewards
- Be a part of _CG Gives_. Donation matching and paid volunteer time to help the organizations you care about
- Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
- Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

We believe in the power of inclusion and are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable working environment where all employees can bring their authentic selves to work everyday. We believe every one of our team members enriches our diversity by exposing us to varying ways to understand the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, produce, and deliver great products and service. Our different perspectives are what enable us to create, dream and live in the open.

Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.