Continuous Improvement Specialist

Responsibilities:

• Help develop
  and maintain a continuous program that is consistent with other Kubota
  organizations, one that utilizes recognized continuous improvement
  methodology
• Develop and
  maintain a project infrastructure/funnel that identifies, prioritizes and
  assigns projects that address the greatest opportunities for the
  organization
• Build and
  maintain a project evaluation program that provides a forum in which
  projects can be showcased to and evaluated by Kubota SLT
• Champion the
  continuous improvement culture within Kubota Canada
• Participate
  in / lead opportunities to share & develop CI ‘best practices’ across
  the Kubota network
• Assist with
  the development & execution of corporate initiatives, specifically
  related to continuous improvement opportunities
• Attend
  relevant seminars, conferences and meetings.
• Train and
  develop Kubota staff in continuous improvement techniques in an effort to
  increase the CI capacity across the organization and to reinforce the
  culture of improvement
• Assist with
  the development of role / departmental specific KPI’s & metrics which
  are current, visible and referenced daily throughout the company.
• Facilitate
  and, when necessary, lead improvement projects and communicate updates, as
  required, to SLT
• Assist with
  the development, maintenance and communication of meaningful KPIs
  reflecting agreed upon quality dashboards.
• Challenge
  the ‘status quo’ through analysis, VSM reviews and involvement in relevant
  meetings & discussions.
• Comply with
  all Health & Safety practices
• Ensure that
  one’s area is consistently free of hazards.  Immediately address all hazards and
  resolve in a way that is consistent with Kubota H&S practices

 

Requirements:

·       
Expertise in Continuous Improvement Methodologies – Deep knowledge
of Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, and other process optimization frameworks to
drive operational excellence.

• Change Management, Coaching, and Approachability –
  Ability to lead and support teams through change, provide mentorship, and
  foster an open, collaborative environment.

·       
Strong Communication and Presentation Skills – Effectively conveys
ideas, facilitates discussions, and presents data-driven insights to diverse
audiences.

·       
Problem-Solving and Analytical Thinking – Identifies
inefficiencies, analyzes root causes, and develops strategic solutions using
data and critical thinking.

·       
Hands-On Execution and Adaptability – Takes a proactive approach
to implementing improvements, adjusts to changing priorities, and works
effectively in dynamic environments.

 

 

Upon request, Kubota Canada LTD. will provide
reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities to support participation
of candidates in all aspects of the recruitment process. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Please apply for the position by email to kcl_g.recruitment@kubota.com
, including a cover letter and resume by April 18 2025. Thank you for your
interest in Kubota Canada Ltd. Only those selected for an interview will be
contacted.