Continuous Improvement Specialist
About the role
At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraft for the world’s most discerning people and businesses, governments and militaries. We have been successful in setting the highest standards by putting our people at the heart of it all, and defining excellence, together. Working at Bombardier means operating at the highest level. Every day, you are part of a team that delivers superior experiences and products, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in our industry and beyond.
By prioritizing employee growth and development, we empower everyone to reach their full potential on their own terms, because the best work happens when you are free to be yourself and share your unique expertise.
Responsibilities
- Lead and engage cross-functional teams in deploying our company-wide initiative: Operational Excellence (OE).
- Develop transformational plans and management approaches that align with OE objectives and strategies, supporting implementation across the organization.
- Drive change activities by supporting current state diagnostics, engaging the team in designing and developing improvement plans, creating and delivering training materials, and coaching teams to ensure knowledge transfer and adherence to standards.
- Conduct diagnostic and analytical activities to help teams assess current realities and develop solutions through knowledge sharing and skill-building.
- Design solutions with key stakeholders, facilitating improvements using Lean manufacturing principles.
- Support local teams in implementing tactical improvement plans and enhancing their understanding of continuous improvement.
- Provide localized training and coaching on Lean tools and enablers to promote value-added processes.
- Apply Lean concepts creatively and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills while teaching structured problem-solving techniques.
- Influence decisions that impact change management and employee engagement with the OE system.
- Uphold the integrity of OE and support overall business performance through a collaborative leadership style.
- May support external consultants with tools, training, and coaching.
- Foster relationships and influence change across all levels—Leadership, Managers, Line Managers, Lead Hands, and employee teams.
Requirements
- Hold a degree or diploma in a related field such as Lean Manufacturing, Engineering, or a similar discipline.
- 5–10 years of manufacturing experience (an asset).
- Demonstrate proven expertise in Lean manufacturing concepts.
- Have a strong track record in leading change and influencing others.
- Demonstrate strength in data systems and a proactive approach to developing real-time reporting and performance scorecards.
- Exhibit Bombardier’s core competencies: change management, interpersonal communication, teamwork, planning & organizing, problem solving, decision making, coaching, and conflict management.
- Possess strong analytical skills and change management capabilities.
- Are a self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.
- Apply creative solutions in team environments using Lean tools and concepts.
- Work autonomously to develop solutions from concepts and strategies.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships.
- Build trust and momentum for change through interaction and results within client work center teams.
Past management experience is preferred.
Benefits
- Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
- Competitive base salary
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tele Health Program
Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.