Continuous Improvement Engineer (E2) – Continuous Improvement Engineer

IEM is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer for our Surrey, B.C. locations and will report into our Continuous Improvement manager. Join our transformation journey as a lean professional supporting kaizen activities, standard work documentation, and data-driven process improvement. This is a hands-on role ideal for candidates with a passion for lean manufacturing and a desire to grow in a structured CI environment.

• →Support cross-functional kaizen events focused on lean fundamentals, standard work, visual management, flow, problem-solving and strategic growth/ capacity initiatives
• →Assist in the implementation of tools and processes across operations, supply chain, engineering, and commercial functions
• →Develop internal capability by supporting the training and coaching team members/ leaders in lean thinking, daily management and continuous improvement practices
• →Create improvement roadmaps based on assessments of the business system maturity
• →Enable teams to embrace standardization, accountability, and data-driven decision making
• →Identify and document internal best practices

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field; MBA or Master’s preferred
• 3-5 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement, preferably in a multi-site or matrixed industrial environment
• Deep understanding of Lean Principles (e.g., 5S, value stream mapping, standard work, visual management, PDCA, SMED, A3 problem solving)
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional kaizen events and system-wide CI initiatives
• Understanding of basic ops finance, including P&L impact, cost drivers, and fixed vs. variable costs
• Strong facilitation, project management and communication skills
• Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization

Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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