Retrofit Supervisor

Alstom; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom is seeking an experienced manager to oversee retrofit activities and lead operational teams in Ottawa. The ideal candidate will possess a technical certification and have 2-3 years of experience in the railway industry. This role includes managing project timelines, compliance, and driving continuous improvements in operational performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in the Railway industry.
• Previous experience in an operational industrial role.

Responsibilities

• Manage retrofit activities and lead operational teams.
• Ensure compliance with certification and material availability.
• Drive continuous improvement in performance metrics.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Special Processes

Good understanding of Industrial Management

Lean Management tools

Education

Technical post-secondary certificate

Tools

Digital & Analytics Tools

Job description

Req ID:489228

Leading societies to a low carbon future, Alstom develops and markets mobility solutions that provide the sustainable foundations for the future of transportation. Our product portfolio ranges from high-speed trains, metros, monorail, and trams to integrated systems, customised services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility solutions. Joining us means joining a caring, responsible, and innovative company where more than 70,000 people lead the way to greener and smarter mobility, worldwide.

Objective

The purpose of the job is to manage all the retrofit activitiesincluding the responsibilities as hierarchical manager for all the operators of the manufacturing organization, as well as to lead the APYS activities for the project.

Responsibilities:

The main responsibilities are:

• The complete scope of retrofit activities, which also includes
  • Task assignment to operators,
  • Monitor equipment and tools to ensure certification compliance,
  • Ensure appropriate material is on site to expedite repairs,

  • On time, closing of work orders in MES

• • • Productive & Nonproductive hours booked in MES of all operators
  • Lead APSYS deployment
    • Ensure that APSYS is deployed throughout the Retrofit Team and APSYS standards are adhered to.
    • Perform Weekly APSYS board audits to ensure correct standards are being maintained.
    • Work with APSYS Leaders and site Management to define and implement APSYS Roadmap deployment.
    • Train people on APSYS program, methodologies and tools in the site
    • Use APSYS toolbox to deliver operational performance & develop local best practices
    • Share good practices & benchmarks within APSYS network

• The finalization of manufacturing preparation for activity
• SQCD performance for the activity, and tracking the associated KPI
• Continuous improvement of SQCD performance of the activity
  • Optimizations of the workstation/work center using of APSYS Tools
• Issues Management for the activity of retrofit
  • Issues are raised in MES on time
  • Contribution to corrective action of the issue (e.g. QRQC)
• Responsible for time management (presence management and activity management) of all employees, and assuring compliance with the local legislation,
• Accountable for the time reconciliation,
• Responsible for continuously improving occupational safety, including that of contractors (if applicable) working in the department
• Contribution to the development of the operators, which means further development of the qualification matrix for product-related and technology-related processes, as well as general technological and personal qualification,
• Contribution to the application of the corporate policies (EHS, Ethics and Compliance, etc.)
• Liaise with Maintenance team to ensure LRVs are repaire/retrofitted in line with Service needs

As our ideal candidate:

• You have a technicalpost-secondary certificate
• You have minimum 2to 3years of experience in a Railway industry.
• Previous experience in operational industrial role.

Functional skills

• Strong knowledge of Special Processes
• Good understanding of Industrial Management
• Processes for industrials E2E, from Engineering to Delivery
• Manufacturing Processes and Technologies
• Configuration & Change Management

Awareness offollowing fields is desirable:

• Automation / Robotization
• Greenfield/Brownfield Development
• Site Facilities & Maintenance
• Transfer of Technology
• Ergonomics

Transversal skills

• Team Management including management of cross functional teams

• Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) rules and regulations,
• Lean Management tools, methods, etc.

• Good understanding of Supply Chain/Quality processes and impact from manufacturing on them

• Products Knowledge
• Applicable Social Relations & Labour Law
• Awareness of Finance/Sourcing processes and impact from manufacturing on them is desirable
• Knowledge of Digital & Analytics Tools for managing the manufacturing activities (KPI, etc.)is desirable

Alstom is the leading company in the mobility sector, solving the most interesting challenges for tomorrow’s mobility. That’s why we value inquisitive and innovative people who are passionate about working together to reinvent mobility, making it smarter and more sustainable. Day after day, we are building an agile, inclusive and responsible culture, where a diverse group of people are offered opportunities to learn, grow and advance in their careers, with options across functions and geographic locations. Are you ready to join a truly international community of great people on a challenging journey with a tangible impact and purpose?

Equal opportunity statement:
Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

Job Type: Experienced