Process Improvement Project Lead

Finning International Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined Contribution Pension Plan and

Employee Share Purchase plan (employer

3 weeks' vacation to start (plus flex)

Job summary

O.E.M. Remanufacturing Company Inc. in Edmonton seeks a Process Improvement Lead to drive Lean initiatives and cross-functional projects across operations and supply chain. You will structure ambiguous problems, analyze data, and guide teams toward measurable improvements.

You will lead workshops, develop plans, and partner with IT to align process and technology while communicating outcomes to senior leaders. This role operates Monday–Friday at our OEM Remanufacturing facility.

Qualifications

• Post secondary education in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-2 sentence explanation of improvement experience.
• 2+ years of process improvement or project management experience.
• Ability to work in ambiguous environments and structure issues.
• Influence without direct authority in dynamic settings.
• Strong analytics and problem solving with data-driven decisions.
• Proficient in PowerBI reporting and analysis.
• Lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Microsoft Office tools including Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple process improvement projects using structured problem-solving and Lean methodologies.
• Conduct assessments of business problems, define statements, analyze performance, inform recommendations.
• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and support functions to identify improvements and set priorities.
• Partner with Process Improvement Analysts to leverage data, analytics, and reporting.
• Analyze operational data to diagnose issues, quantify opportunities, and track performance against targets.
• Facilitate workshops and meetings to drive alignment and progress.
• Develop and maintain process maps, standard work, and performance measures.
• Identify risks, issues, and barriers to delivery.
• Coordinate with IT on system-related improvements and ensure process-technology alignment.
• Develop project plans and roadmaps; ensure timely delivery of initiatives.
• Communicate progress and recommendations to stakeholders and senior managers.

Skills

PowerBI

Lean methodologies

Analytical thinking

Communication & facilitation

Stakeholder management

Excel & PowerPoint

Influence without authority

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary education in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company: O.E.M. Remanufacturing Company Inc. Number of Openings: 1 Worker Type: Permanent Position

Overview

The Process Improvement Lead supports process improvement initiatives within the OEM Remanufacturing facility with a primary focus on the Finning Exchange business. This role leads cross-functional projects aimed at improving operational performance, solving complex problems, and delivering measurable business outcomes. A strong data driven approach is essential, leveraging analytics and structured problem solving to identify root causes, evaluate opportunities, and support decision making. The work often involves navigating ambiguity, where problems and solutions are not clearly defined, requiring the ability to structure issues, explore options, and develop a path forward. Success in the position requires operating in a highly cross functional environment, influencing outcomes, aligning stakeholders, and driving results without direct authority.

Job Description

• Lead multiple process improvement projects using structured problem-solving and Lean methodologies to improve operational performance
• Conduct structured assessments of business problems and opportunities, including defining problem statements, analyzing current state performance, and evaluating improvement potential to inform recommendations and ownership
• Collaborate with a broad stakeholder group across operations, supply chain, and support functions to identify improvement opportunities, align on priorities, and define project scope
• Partner closely with Process Improvement Analysts to leverage data, analytics, and reporting to support problem diagnosis, quantify opportunities, and track project performance
• Analyze operational data to diagnose issues, quantify opportunities, and track performance against targets
• Facilitate workshops, working sessions, and project meetings to drive alignment and progress
• Develop and maintain process maps, standard work, and performance measures to support sustainment of improvements
• Identify and manage risks, issues, and barriers to successful project delivery
• Collaborate with IT to support system related improvements and ensure alignment between process and technology
• Develop project plans and roadmaps, and ensure initiatives are delivered on time and meet defined objectives
• Communicate progress, findings, and recommendations clearly to stakeholders and Senior Managers

Qualifications

• Post secondary education in Business, Engineering, or a related field
• 2-plus years of experience in process improvement, continuous improvement, or project management roles
• Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments, where problems are not well defined and solutions require exploration, structure, and iteration
• Ability to influence without direct authority and work effectively in a dynamic environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with data to inform decisions
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience using PowerBI to analyze data and support reporting and insights
• Working knowledge of Lean or continuous improvement methodologies
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Note

This position is a Monday to Friday role based out of our OEM Remanufacturing facility.

Competitive benefits package

• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and Employee Share Purchase plan (with employer matching components)
• 3 weeks' vacation to start (plus flex time)

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.