Quality & Continuous Improvement Specialist

Create value at TC Transcontinental.

At TC Transcontinental weve got it made and thats because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

Founded 50 years ago and 4000 employees strong Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B) known under the TC Transcontinental brand is a Canadian retail marketing services company Canadas largest printer and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed educated and prosperous society TC Transcontinental propels its clients success across the retail education book and information industries. With agility creativity and boldness we design and deliver innovative high-value products and services.

We are seeking a Quality & Continuous Improvement Specialist to support data-driven improvement initiatives across our manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on technical role focused on quality and process optimization. As part of the team you will work closely with production quality and supply chain teams to analyze data improve processes and implement scalable solutions using Lean DMAIC and digital tools.

Our offices are located in Paris Ontario just off Highway 403 only 10 minutes from downtown Brantford. We offer easy access from Hamilton Stoney Creek Burlington Cambridge Kitchener-Waterloo and note that this is an onsite role based at our Paris office.

This position is currently open and reflects anew position created to support organizational growth.

The salary range for this position is $70000 to $85000 per year commensurate with experience education and internal equity. This range is provided to ensure clarity and promote equitable access to employment opportunities.

When your actions lead to success:

Continuous Improvement & Data Analysis

• Collect clean and analyze operational data using structured methodologies (DMAIC)
• Identify trends inefficiencies and root causes of quality and production issues
• Track and report KPIs

Digital & Technical Enablement

• Build and maintain dashboards and reports (Excel Power BI) to improve visibility and decision-making
• Support development of light automation tools (Power Apps Power Automate VBA or similar)
• Improve data capture tracking and system usage on the shop floor

Process Engineering & Execution

• Map current-state processes and identify bottlenecks
• Support implementation of Lean manufacturing initiatives and standard work
• Troubleshoot operational issues and support timely resolution

Training & Collaboration

• Work with cross-functional teams to implement improvements
• Lead or support training sessions on processes tools and continuous improvement practices
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability on the shop floor

When your expertise drives us:

• Post-secondary education in Engineering Business Management or a related field
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or continuous improvement environment (co-op/internship included)
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (advanced formulas data analysis)
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and KPIs
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with Power BI Power Apps Power Automate or similar tools
• Basic knowledge of VBA SQL or data manipulation tools
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies (certification is an asset)

When benefits really help you live better:

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thriveat work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health dental life disability and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance wireless plans travel and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO

TC Transcontinental is committed to fair transparent and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color religion sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environmentpromoting dignity independence integration and equal opportunity for all including persons with disabilities. Accommodations including alternative formats will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact

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