Operational Excellence Specialist (McClean Lake)

Autism Services; Regina; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Autism Services seeks an Operational Excellence Specialist to lead the implementation of OE tools at McClean Lake. You will quantify results using 5S, KPIs, Pareto analysis, and visual management while coaching staff in problem solving and OE practices.

You will identify performance indicators, train teams, and generate reports to support the Operational Excellence program. A background in engineering and Lean/Six Sigma is desirable.

Qualifications

• Certification in Lean or Six Sigma preferred.
• Must be eligible for registration with Technology Professionals Saskatchewan.
• 5–10 years of professional experience in Production, OE or consulting.
• Engineering degree preferred.
• For degree holders, eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGS.
• Proficient with OE tools (5S, MVP, L6S, etc.).
• Proficient in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, SharePoint, Power BI, MS PowerApps, MS Project, Minitab).
• Strong accountability, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of OE tools and quantify results (5S, KPIs, Pareto).
• Facilitate problem-solving sessions.
• Identify or create KPIs to measure performance and drive improvement.
• Engage with individuals to promote OE strategies and provide tool support.
• Identify customer needs for site groups and tailor OE solutions.
• Train, implement and coach use of performance tools.
• Improve business flexibility based on customer needs.
• Generate reports and presentations for OE programs.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication skills

Accountability & organization

Education

Engineering degree

PE eligibility with APEGS

Tools

Excel

Power BI

MS Project

Minitab

SharePoint

MS PowerApps

Job description

Operational Excellence Specialist (McClean Lake)

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Operational Excellence tools and techniques, support their ongoing use, and quantify their results (e.g. 5S, problem solving, KPIs, Pareto, Manager-in-the-field, visual management)
• Effectively facilitate problem solving group sessions
• Identify or create key performance indicators which measure performance and drive improvement
• Actively engage with individuals to promote OE strategies, tactics and tools and provide support on tools
• Participate in the identification of customer needs for various site groups
• Train, implement and coach use of performance tools
• Continually improve business flexibility and adaptability based on customer needs
• Generating necessary reports and presentations
• Assist the Operational Excellence (OE) Manager with developing and overseeing the Operational Excellence Program

Skills and Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants who possess certifications/credentials in Lean or Six Sigma
• Will have or will immediately obtain and maintain registration with Technology Professionals Saskatchewan
• Professional experience of at least 5 to 10 years in Production, OE or consulting
• A combination of work experience and education will be considered; an Engineering degree is preferred
• o For degree holders, must be eligible for registration as a Professional Engineer with APEGS
• Proficiency with Operational Excellence tools (5S, MVP, L6S, etc.)
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (Excel, Sharepoint, Power BI, MS PowerApps, MS Project, Minitab, etc.)
• High sense of accountability and good communication skills
• Self-motivated and possess excellent organizational skills

Work Location & Schedule

• McClean Lake
• 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule
• Normally an 11 hour work day, although some activity outside of normal working hours is frequently required