Continuous Improvement Specialist III

Job Description

The Continuous Improvement Specialist III is responsible for scoping, leading and implementing continuous improvement projects to improve productivity, reduce waste and deliver cost savings. This position will support the business in achieving target performance, working across Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, Planning, and Program Management. This may include facilitating process changes and development, performing assessments and root cause analysis, lessons learned capture, and the application of lean manufacturing and design for production

Note: This position qualifies for an optional hybrid work schedule after 90 days of onsite work and onboarding. Employees will be subject to the terms of the Flexible Work Policy Agreement.

What you'll do

• Leads and delivers improvement projects as assigned including collaboration with relevant stakeholders, communication of progress and results, monitoring effectiveness, and ensuring sustainability.
• Performs assessments, root cause analysis, strategic business analysis, and project planning to prioritize and initiate improvement projects, both internally and in support of other departments.
• Supports the delivery of initiatives led by other departments, in particular high priority projects requiring cross-departmental support.
• Shares and promotes performance improvement best practice with other employees and managers to develop skillsets and facilitate a continuous improvement culture.
• Supports the development, implementation, and sustainment of the shipyard's improvement processes and systems.
• Research, evaluate, and implement current industry best practice methods, procedures, and technology, as relevant to assigned projects.
• Mentors' others in the use of process improvement tools and techniques
• Writes executive summaries, trending cost savings, cost avoidance and capacity increase initiatives.
• Coordinates and owns the implementation of performance improvement activities, integrating CPI disciplines and principles within departments, through close collaboration with all employees.
• Collects and analyzes data for determining path forward improvement strategy.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you'll bring

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical background and/or experience
• 5 or more years post-secondary experience working in an Engineering related position with a strong interest in manufacturing
• Prior experience in shipbuilding/heavy manufacturing is desirable.
• Lean Six Sigma Certification with proven performance improvement history
• Predictive analytics skills using statistical software and data mining
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and facilitation skills.
• High degree of tenacity, self-motivation, and innovation.
• Ability to work independently to develop solutions to 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.
• Knowledge of process improvement techniques.
• Good understanding of organizational change management.
• Good understanding of project management techniques.
• Knowledge of shipbuilding and heavy manufacturing processes.
• Good organizational skills include the ability to maintain organization in a changing environment, multi-task and establish priorities.
• Advanced knowledge of basic Microsoft Office 2010 software suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of group technology, lean manufacturing, and process analysis tools and methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Computer Aided Design software, document control systems and databases.

Why you'll love working here

• This is a full-time, permanent position. With multiple operations and long-term projects, Seaspan employees enjoy job stability as we look ahead to build ships for decades to come.
• In addition to an annual bonus and pension plan matching, this role provides you with a very competitive salary in line with the successful candidate's experience.
• We also provide the best-in-class health and wellness benefits package for this position, including things such as extended health care (i.e. paramedical services for massage therapy, speech therapy, mental health coverage, physiotherapy, and more), dental care, vision care, life insurance, medical leave coverage, parental leave coverage, childcare benefit partnership, $500 personal spending account, and an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• This position qualifies as an optional hybrid work schedule.
• Free on-site gym.
• Parking is included and to assist those that are using transit, we operate a complimentary shuttle bus Monday through Friday with various pick-up and drop-off points around North Vancouver.

The estimated salary for this position is $99,000 - $121,000. In determining final salary, Seaspan considers many factors including the successful Candidate's skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company's sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

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About Us

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America's most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada's Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

To learn more, visit our website: www.seaspan.com

This position may involve defense articles and/or technical data regulated by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the U.S. Arms Export Control Act. In compliance with ITAR, the successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance through the Canadian Controlled Goods Program as regulated by the Controlled Goods Regulations and Defense Production Act. The successful candidate will be required to maintain their security clearance throughout their employment in this position.

Seaspan is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including, women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities. Furthermore, we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request.