Specialist Director, Continuous Improvement

at  Via Rail Canada

Reference Number :
28876_042024
Status :
Permanent - Full time
Job Category :
Change Management
City :

• Develop and implement a comprehensive continuous improvement strategy aligned with the company’s overall goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to define key performance indicators (KPIs) and targets for operational efficiency and cost reduction.
• Introduce methodologies inspired from Lean, Six Sigma, Agile approaches to drive process excellence.
• Work closely with department heads to conduct thorough analysis of current processes and identify areas for improvement, streamline workflows, eliminate bottlenecks, and enhance overall efficiency.
• Collaborate with the different business units to understand their unique challenges and opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops and meetings to promote collaboration and gather insights.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities within operational processes and recommend strategies for implementation.
• Monitor and report on cost reduction initiatives, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
• Develop and implement performance metrics to track the success of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Regularly report progress to executive leadership, highlighting achievements and areas for further improvement.
• Establish and promote a culture of continuous improvement by fostering active participation at all levels of the organization.
• Implement training programs and workshops to develop employees’ skills in problem solving and process improvement.
• Facilitate the use of technological and collaborative tools to capture ideas raised throughout the organization