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Continuous Improvement Engineer – Specialist
Kardium Inc.Continuous Improvement Engineer enhancing manufacturing quality and scalability for innovative medical device company. Leading cross-functional projects and implementing lean six sigma methodologies based in Burnaby, Canada.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead high-impact, cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives to enhance manufacturing throughput, quality, cost performance, and operational scalability.
- Lead value stream mapping and implementation of Lean flow principles in a regulated operational environment.
- Establish and embed standard work, visual management, performance metrics, and tiered accountability systems to improve operational maturity.
- Collect data and analyze the use of equipment, materials and labor across operational processes.
- Facilitate advanced root-cause investigations using DMAIC, A3, 8D, Fishbone, 5-Why, statistical analysis, and data modelling techniques.
- Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to stabilize operations, resolve systemic production issues, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Work closely with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, EHS, Facilities, Planning, and R&D to standardize base processes and identify improvement opportunities.
- Communicate effectively on status of the projects to all levels of the organization.
- Provide training and mentorship to cross-functional teams in lean six sigma principles and tools as well as adoption of best practices to drive continuous improvement culture.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (Biomedical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, etc).
- 3 to 6 years of relevant experience; however, we welcome candidates with varying levels of experience.
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (ASQ-CSSGB).
- Highly analytical with the ability to structure and interpret operational data using data analytics tools to support data-driven decision making.
- Knowledge and experience with FDA cGMP regulations an asset.
- Proven experience and success implementing lean-six sigma and cost reduction.
- Strong facilitation and relationship building skills across the organization.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask and lead multiple projects simultaneously.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Comprehensive medical & dental coverage for all permanent employees – effective as of Day 1, with no waiting period.
- Work-day flexibility – additionally, we provide 3 personal days per year.
- Support for you (and your dependents) overall well-being.
- Family building – we provide top up for both maternity leave & adoptive leave.Employees can also enroll in benefit coverage for fertility drug treatment.
- Career progression and learning support.
- Professional membership support.