Continuous Improvement Agent (BEO)

Bombardier Transportation GmbH; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bombardier Transportation GmbH is seeking a Continuous Improvement Agent to drive process improvement, Lean Six Sigma projects, and Kaizen events in a manufacturing setting. You will collaborate with shop-floor teams, map value streams, and develop training to elevate performance and reduce waste.

The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, change management, and the adoption of standardized processes aligned to corporate objectives, with day shifts and regular status reporting.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years in a manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Recognized as a leader with strong change management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate process improvement and problem-solving projects using Lean Six Sigma, FMEA, and DMAIC.
• Plan and structure operational excellence initiatives with shop-floor teams.
• Lead Kaizen events and projects with stakeholder engagement and targeted results.
• Conduct process mapping and value stream analysis to identify waste and inefficiencies.
• Develop training strategies with stakeholders to enhance performance management and deliver value.
• Act as SME to drive organizational adoption of change and align with corporate objectives.
• Develop project timelines and ensure adherence throughout execution.
• Promote a process-driven culture with KPIs and proper infrastructure.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Process mapping

Stakeholder management

Facilitation

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related

Job description

When applicable, Bombardier promotes flexible and hybrid work policies.

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.

With our employees’ well-being top of mind, we offer a comprehensive and competitive Benefits Program, which includes the following:

• Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program

What are your contributions to the team?

• Lead and facilitate process improvement and problem-solving projects using methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma, FMEA, and DMAIC to identify and eliminate waste and improve operational efficiency.
• Plan and structure operational excellence initiatives in collaboration with shop-floor teams.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events and projects, ensuring stakeholder engagement and a strong focus on achieving targeted results.
• Conduct process mapping and value stream analysis to identify and eliminate waste and inefficiencies.
• Develop training strategies and solutions with stakeholders to enhance team knowledge in performance management, deliver value to customers, and eliminate waste.
• Act as the subject matter expert who drives organizational adoption of change and supports organizational development to ensure that the Operational Excellence approach becomes the fundamental way of managing business performance and aligning with corporate objectives.
• Develop project and initiative timelines and ensure adherence to schedules throughout execution.
• Promote a process-driven approach that establishes a culture of standardization and execution through the effective use of processes, aligned Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and appropriate infrastructure.

How to thrive in this role?

• 5 to 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on continuous improvement, and recognized expertise in Kaizen projects.
• Degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Recognized as a leader with strong change management experience.
• Expert facilitator with exceptional influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Bilingual (French and English).

Please note: You don’t need all the skills, knowledge, and experience listed to apply for this position. We’re not looking for the perfect candidate, we’re looking for great talent and passionate individuals. Bombardier is an equal opportunity employer and encourages persons of any race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics to apply.

Job Continuous Improvement Agent (BEO)

Primary Location Marcel-Laurin Plant 1

Organization Aerospace Canada

Shift Day job

Employee Status Regular