Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Specialist

TPD® Workforce Solutions; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Benefits after 6 months

Competitive compensation

Job summary

TPD® Workforce Solutions in Abbotsford, Canada, is seeking a hands-on Continuous Improvement Specialist to help standardize processes, improve labour efficiency, and support operational growth on the shop floor.

You'll lead improvement initiatives using Lean tools, work with team leads and managers, and track KPIs to deliver lasting benefits. The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing and a related degree or diploma, with eligibility for RRSP matching and benefits after six months.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in welding and fabrication, wet-coat painting, assembly or similar is desirable.
• Practical experience applying Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project execution skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate across levels.
• Hands-on, approachable style to turn improvement concepts into shop-floor solutions.
• Diploma or degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities to improve labour efficiency, workflow, productivity, quality, and cost.
• Spend time on the shop floor observing processes and engaging employees.
• Lead improvement initiatives using Lean tools, root cause analysis, process mapping, 5S, standard work, and setup reduction.
• Standardize processes, strengthen documentation control, and sustain improvements.
• Improve daily operating routines, including morning huddles and visual management.
• Collaborate with team leads to implement solutions and train staff.
• Track KPIs and measure results to ensure lasting benefits.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Problem solving

Project execution

Interpersonal skills

Hands-on leadership

Education

Diploma/degree in Industrial Engineering or Operations Management

Tools

5S

Root cause analysis

Job description

Are you a hands-on manufacturing professional who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and turning ideas into measurable results?

We’re looking for a Continuous Improvement Specialist to join our growing team in a newly created role. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you’ll help build on existing improvement initiatives, standardize processes, improve labour efficiency, and support the next phase of our operational growth.

This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the shop floor, work alongside supportive leaders, and help shape how our operations evolve.

What Makes This Role Attractive

• Competitive compensation: Earn $80,000–$105,000 annually.
• RRSP matching: Receive 3% employer matching after six months.
• Benefits: Benefits coverage after six months, with some flexibility to negotiate.
• Make a real impact: Drive practical improvements that enhance productivity, quality, efficiency, and consistency.
• Hands-on ownership: Work directly with team leads, foremen, managers, and production teams to identify challenges and implement solutions.
• Join a growing operation: Help standardize and optimize processes as the business expands.
• Supportive culture: Join a team that values its people, recognizes contributions, and celebrates successes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify opportunities to improve labour efficiency, workflow, productivity, quality, and cost.
• Spend time on the shop floor observing processes, engaging employees, and identifying practical improvement opportunities.
• Lead improvement initiatives using Lean tools, root cause analysis, process mapping, 5S, standard work, and setup reduction techniques.
• Standardize processes, strengthen documentation control, and sustain improvements already underway.
• Improve daily operating routines, including morning huddles, visual management, and team communication.
• Collaborate with team leads, foremen, and managers to implement solutions, train employees, and build accountability.
• Track KPIs, measure results, and ensure improvements deliver lasting benefits.

What You Bring

• 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in industrial or manufacturing engineering, quality, production, or continuous improvement.
• Experience in welding and fabrication, wet-coat painting, assembly, or a similar manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Practical experience applying Lean manufacturing tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project execution skills, with the initiative to identify opportunities and see them through.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and communicate effectively with people at all levels of the organization.
• A hands-on, approachable style and the ability to turn improvement concepts into practical shop-floor solutions.
• A diploma or degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Ready to make a difference? Interviews are taking place right away and cover letters are not needed.

ABOUT US:

TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider with a mission to help individuals succeed by providing access to opportunities in jobs, careers, and professional development. A niche provider serving North America, we specialize in placing skilled candidates within the Manufacturing, Semiconductor, and Mining industries. Whether you seek flexible or permanent positions, we assist in starting, changing, or advancing careers in a way that aligns with your goals.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.