Continuous Improvement Specialist

Continuous Improvement Specialist

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

The Continuous Improvement Specialist is responsible for driving operational excellence by coordinating and leading continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, quality, safety, and overall plant performance. This position works closely with Production, Quality, and Operations teams to implement sustainable process improvements and support a culture of continuous improvement.

In our Ennis Plant, we produce commercial roofing products. This position will work closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to support production needs and improvement initiatives.

Coordinates and leads activities related to continuous improvement, including event staffing, scheduling, coordinating, and planning.

Oversees assigned continuous improvement projects.

Contributes to the development of training, coaching, and assessment plans according to the organization's continuous improvement plan.

Coaches personnel on continuous improvement and problem-solving principles and leadership skills.

Assures that best practices are utilized to drive results and that projects are completed on time.

Performs regular assessments to ensure the correct application of methods, coaching, and knowledge sharing.

Recommends new policies or procedures as necessary to improve processes or products.

Contributes to the identification of new metrics for judging efficiency.

Aids in the development of materials, tools, and presentations supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Trains, evaluates, and takes corrective action when situations dictate.

Leading and facilitating continuous improvement initiatives and Kaizen events.

Responsible for improvement project implementation and validation of results.

Collaborating cross-functionally to identify improvement opportunities and eliminate waste.

Evaluating systems and processes to seek out improvement and drive operational efficiency.

Monitoring performance metrics and reporting progress to plant leadership.

Investigating production issues through data analysis and root cause problem solving.

Supporting process standardization and sustainability of improvements.

Developing and delivering training materials to support continuous improvement efforts.

Coaching employees on Lean principles, problem solving, and leadership development.

Ensuring improvement initiatives align with safety, quality, and production goals.

Managing change initiatives and coordinating implementation activities.

Minimum High School diploma or equivalent – Required

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field – Preferred

Minimum of three years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement – Preferred

Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar methodologies – Preferred

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Experience showing initiative to identify and resolve problems

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), safety and values focused

Leading by example with safety and safe work habits

Must be able to lift 50 pounds minimum at a time

Combination of prolonged periods working on feet or sitting at desk, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping

Good hand dexterity

Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced

Understand units of measure in standard, metric, PSI and temperature

Comprehend information and ideas presented verbally or in writing

Use effective time management to ensure that tasks and projects are completed within agreed time limits

This position requires the legal ability to work in the United States.

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.