Operations Excellence Specialist

Overview

Support branch teams in executing Lean/continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• lean coaching
• 5s implementation
• checklist tracking
• gemba walks
• process documentation
• status reporting

Tasks

-Partners with Safety Advisors to embed safety into process improvements. -Delivers hands-on coaching to front-line staff on Lean tools and CI practices. -Maintains a tactical checklist for each branch to track readiness and compliance, tracks progress of improvement initiatives and flags deviations for corrective action -Directly supports branch teams in executing continuous improvement initiatives. -Takes a hands-on approach to help with implementation of branch 5S, spare parts, and consumable storage improvements. -Monitors adherence to standardized work and escalate deviations to branch leadership, reinforcing new behaviors and practices. -Partners with Safety Advisors to embed safety into process improvements and conducts safety/5S Gemba walks with Branch Managers and/or Supervisors. -Participates in daily huddles and branch meetings to reinforce OPEX practices. -Ensures updates to process documentation are communicated and accessible to branch teams. -Prepares weekly status reports for OPEX leaders and branch managers. -Coordinates OPEX activities, training sessions, and project rollouts, and follows up on action items to ensure closure.

Requirements

• lean
• change management
• sop
• bachelor's
• operations excellence
• 2‑4 years

What You Bring

-Basic understanding of safety regulations and how they integrate with process improvements. -Familiarity with visual management systems, SOP documentation, and process mapping. -Comfortable facilitating training sessions and coaching team members in a hands-on environment. -Proven track record of supporting cross-functional teams in executing tactical initiatives. -Proficiency in driving Operations Excellence, Lean, and Change Management. -2–4 years of experience in operations, continuous improvement, or field-based support roles. -Working knowledge of change management principles and frontline engagement strategies. -Solid understanding of operational workflows and branch-level performance metrics. -Demonstrated success in implementing Lean/OPEX initiatives. -The role requires mobility within work environments, use of office equipment, lifting up to 20 pounds, clear vision and hearing, effective communication skills, and occasional travel for meetings and training sessions. -Bachelor’s degree in engineering, systems, or another related field or a combination of education and work experience. -Ability to travel frequently and work independently in field settings.

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Benefits

-Inclusive Group Life Insurance -Supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits -Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Contributions -Valuable Employee Training Program(s) -Generous salary and bonus program(s) -Rewarding Employee Referral Program -Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance -Attractive Vacation Programs

About Badger Infrastructure Solutions

-Serves diverse sectors—from energy, construction, and transportation to utilities, industrial plants, and mining. -Typical projects include precise daylighting, underground utility locating, sewer inspections, and emergency infrastructure support. -Vertically integrated, it manufactures its own specialized hydrovac units and expands its fleet annually to capture growth. -A public company (TSX: BDGI), it posts strong financials—consistent revenue growth, rising EBITDA margins, disciplined capital deployment.

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