Continuous Improvement Engineer

CameleonHR; London; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in the medical device sector in London, Ontario is seeking a Continuous Improvement Lead. This full-time role requires over 7 years of experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of CI methodologies, and excellent leadership skills. The successful candidate will collaborate with project teams, lead CI initiatives, and optimize equipment performance. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Dynamic team environment

Growth potential in a fast-evolving industry

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in medical devices.
• Proven track record of leading CI projects with measurable results.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and TPM.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project teams during design and commissioning phases.
• Lead CI projects focused on throughput, yield, and cost reduction.
• Train and mentor staff on CI tools and methodologies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Power BI

Job description

At Caméléon RH, we believe that successful recruitment starts with the right match between the person, the company, and the work environment. Our goal is to ensure that every hire is aligned not only with the responsibilities of the role, but also with the organization’s culture and values.

Location: London, Ontario
Type of employment: Permanent, full-time
Field: Continuous improvement/Operational performance

The Work Environment

Join a well‑established and growing company in the medical device manufacturing industry. The team is dynamic, entrepreneurial, and values collaboration and accountability.

Responsibilities

Commissioning & Startup

• Collaborate with project teams during the design, installation, and commissioning phases of the new plant.
• Support equipment validation, process trials, and initial production runs.
• Develop and implement startup SOPs, training materials, and CI frameworks.
• Identify early‑stage improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions to stabilize operations.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead CI projects focused on throughput, yield, energy efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analysis, and cross‑functional problem‑solving workshops.
• Establish and refine standard operating procedures and best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, quality, and production teams to optimize equipment performance and process reliability.
• Monitor and report on CI metrics, KPIs, and project ROI.
• Train and mentor staff on CI tools and methodologies.
• Support capital projects and automation initiatives with a CI lens.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in medical devices, PPE, or high‑volume production.
• Proven track record of leading CI projects with measurable results.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt preferred), and TPM.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Minitab, Power BI, etc.).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

Assets

• Experience in greenfield, startup or major expansion of a manufacturing facility.

Benefits

• Be part of a purpose‑driven organization making essential medical products.
• Dynamic team environment with collaborative leadership.
• Growth potential in a fast‑evolving industry.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Interested in applying or want to learn more? Send us your resume or contact us for a confidential conversation. You can also submit an open application — we’re always looking to meet great talent!