Continuous Improvement Engineer

IMP Aerospace & Defence; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

3 paid personal days

12 statutory holidays

Tuition reimbursement program

Long-service awards

Job summary

IMP Aerospace & Defence in Halifax is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to enhance processes across aircraft maintenance and part manufacture. This role requires expertise in lean manufacturing and six sigma, critical for implementing improvements effectively.

The right candidate will have a professional engineering background and strong problem-solving skills, coupled with project management experience. Expect a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to employee equity.

Qualifications

• Training and experience in process improvement techniques such as lean manufacturing and six sigma.
• Proven track record implementing change.
• Experience facilitating/leading Kaizen events.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate activities on implementing approved changes.
• Prepare documentation to support changes from process improvements.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Project management

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

MS Power BI

SQL

Education

Professional Industrial Engineer or similar

Job description

Why Choose IMP Aerospace & Defence IMP Aerospace & Defence is one of the leading companies in the aerospace field and a leader in equality advocacy. We believe that wherever you work at IMP Aerospace & Defence, you are part of an ever‑growing team. IMP achieves success through teamwork and a mindset that sees you as more than just your role.

Requisition ID: 2518

Position Overview

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will analyze business processes and identify opportunities for improvement across aircraft and component maintenance/modification/repair/overhaul, aircraft part manufacture, engineering, supply chain, and project portfolio management activities. Develop and implement improvement initiatives using continuous improvement tools & techniques, working closely with diverse stakeholder groups, often including IT. Measure improvements, set them up to be sustained, communicate results, celebrate successes, and share lessons learned. Promote and develop continuous improvement knowledge and thinking throughout the organization.

What You Will Do

• Review existing processes, facilities, systems, etc. for potential productivity improvements.
• Use standard lean, six sigma, and industrial engineering tools/techniques to analyze existing processes and suggest improvements.
• Perform analysis to identify opportunities, cost‑vs‑benefit, and make the case for change.
• Assemble and lead teams through the change process.
• Coordinate all activities on implementing approved changes.
• Provide project management on larger projects, including scheduling, project planning, and risk management.
• Prepare documentation including procedures, work instructions, and training materials to support any changes from process improvements.
• Perform training to educate employees, customers, and others affected by changes.
• Develop measurements to quantify the success of implemented improvements.
• Prepare reports or presentations to document and communicate the results of improvement activities.
• Develop management reporting, KPIs, and other tools to support the sustainment of improvements.

What You Will Bring

• Professional Industrial Engineer or similar with applicable work experience.
• Training and experience in process improvement techniques such as lean manufacturing, six sigma, and continuous improvement.
• Strong change management, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proven track record implementing change.
• Ability to successfully work and communicate with all levels of employees and management.
• Strong MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, MS Word, MS Power BI, and SQL skills preferred.
• Project Management training/experience is preferred.
• Experience facilitating/leading Kaizen events (or other improvement events with diverse groups) is preferred.
• Prior experience in aerospace, defense, union, ERP, and project portfolio management environments is preferred.
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to IMP Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies.
• Continually focus on individual safety and the safety of others affected by your work. Fully comply with Federal Health and Safety Legislation and participate in Continuous Improvement, Lean & 6S activities.
• Must be eligible to meet requirements for Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP), U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Canadian Government Security Clearances.

What We Will Do for You

• All IMP benefits become effective on your first day of work, regardless of your position.
• Employees are entitled to 3 paid personal days and 12 statutory holidays per year.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including an RRSP program, tuition reimbursement program, long‑service awards, volunteer grant program, scholarship program, and more.

IMP is committed to Employment Equity. We aspire to a diverse workforce representative at all job levels and welcome applicants from Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minority Groups, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under‑represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self‑identify on either your cover letter or resume.