Lean Continuous Improvement Co-op

What are we looking for

We are looking for a highly motivated and analytical Continuous ImprovementTechnician Co-opto join our Operations Excellence team and support the transformation of our manufacturing operations.

Reporting to the Continuous Improvement Manager the Continuous Improvement Technician Co-op will have the opportunity to work directly with manufacturing engineering quality maintenance supply chain and operations teams to identify improvement opportunities analyze performance develop solutions and help build a culture of continuous improvement across the plant.

Co-op Term Duration:September 2026 May 2026 (Looking for an 8 month co-op)

Essential Responsibilities

• Participate in cross-functional improvement projects from problem identification through implementation and follow-up.
• Conduct time studies and workflow analyses toidentifybottlenecks and recommend Lean improvements (e.g. waste reduction process standardization)
• Assistin the implementation and sustainment of Lean tools (e.g. 5S visual management standardwork..)
• Develop presentations dashboards reports and visual management materials.
• Follow up on action plans and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure improvements are documented and sustained throughappropriate standardsand management systems.
• Promote a continuous improvement mindset throughout the organization.
• Perform other activities related to Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence asrequired.

Qualifications/Requirements

• In process of completing a diploma in a related discipline such as Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or machining
• Experience working within a manufacturing setting
• Experience with AutoCAD software and blueprint reading
• Experience using CNC machines and hand tools safely.

Desired Characteristics

• Curiousconstantly asking why and looking for better ways to work.
• Analyticalbeingcomfortable working with data andidentifyingpatterns.
• Hands-on willing to spend time on the shop floor and understand processes firsthand.
• Proactivetakes initiative instead of waiting to be told what to do.
• Collaborative able to work effectively with operators technicians engineerssupervisors and managers.
• Results-orientedfocused on measurable and sustainable improvements.
• A strong communicatorable to explain ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Accommodations

INNIO is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We will make reasonable accommodations for the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Pleaseadvisethe Human Resources Department atemailprotectedto ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.

As part of our commitment to innovation and efficiency INNIO utilizes AI technology toassistin theinitialscreening of applicants. This helps us more effectivelyidentifyqualifications and match candidates to role requirements. Pleases note that all hiring decisions are made with human oversight to ensure fairness context and alignment with our core values.