Operational Excellence Analyst at RPS North America

Red Deer, Alberta, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Industrial or Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Technologist, or other engineering disciplines; bachelor’s degree in engineering preferred
  • 3-5 years’ industry experience
  • Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Lean tools training and experience
  • Ability to understand workflow/through-put in a facility
  • Experience with change management; experience in a manufacturing or related industry preferred
  • Training and/or Certification with Six Sigma, SPC, 5-S, TMC, Project Management Facilitation or other quality/process improvement processes, a plus
  • Experience and expertise in Value Stream Mapping with the ability to lead the process
  • Experience and expertise in leading A3 processes; knowledge of formats and procedures
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Office applications and Lean Manufacturing Software
  • Ability to use analytical tools and strong understanding of statistics
  • Up to 25% travel

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement the corporate operational excellence strategy at an Interpro Pipe & Steel Business Systems (EBS) deployed unit with a focus on employee engagement and cultural transformation
  • Support all activities assigned to the program office at a deployed unit
  • Lead ideation sessions with cross-functional teams and track initiative progress and financial impact for unit
  • Analyze data and monitor performance KPIs with units daily
  • Identify and develop operational change activists while establishing a strong communication and engagement across unit
  • Support all other members of program office and execute activities provided by program office manager
  • Identify, quantify and execute on EBS activities across unit
  • Lead training, coaching and mentoring sessions with shop personnel
  • Support all EBS activities and train all Interpro Pipe & Steel employees in EBS (preparation phase, active phase, and support phase)
  • Improve employee engagement and collaborate with operators to improve performance
  • Work with site administrative support functions such as Human Resources, Finance and Accounting, IT, to create a collaborative approach to EBS success

Skills

Data Analysis
KPI Monitoring
Facilitation
Continuous Improvement
Quality Assurance
Operations
Employee Engagement
Training
Coaching
Mentoring

RPS North America

Global consulting firm for diverse sectors

About RPS North America

RPS North America provides consulting and advisory services across various sectors, including property, energy, transport, defense, government services, and water resources. The company helps clients, which range from large corporations to non-profits, navigate complex challenges and achieve regulatory compliance through a wide array of services. These services include management consulting, environmental consulting, project management, and digital solutions, among others. RPS North America stands out from its competitors by leveraging its deep expertise and global presence to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific client needs. The company's goal is to drive sustainable growth and address critical issues such as infrastructure development and risk management, ensuring a consistent demand for its high-value services.

Delft, NetherlandsHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
$31.5KTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Consulting, Energy, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
5,001-10,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from AECOM with new regional director.
Acquisition by Tetra Tech may impact client relationships.
Internal competition from NEO Material Development Kit could cause brand confusion.

Differentiation

RPS Group offers a wide range of consulting and advisory services.
The company has a strong focus on sustainability and environmental consulting.
RPS leverages its global presence and multidisciplinary teams for tailored solutions.

Upsides

Increased demand for environmental consulting due to global sustainability focus.
Growing interest in digital transformation aligns with RPS's expertise.
Expansion of green finance offers new project opportunities for RPS.

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