Industrial Electric Mfg. (Iem)
Largest independent maker of electrical distribution & control systems, innovating power solutions.
1 days ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
Onsite
Company Size
402 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
kaizen events
tool implementation
lean training
roadmap creation
standardization
best practices
- Support cross‑functional kaizen events focusing on lean fundamentals, standard work, visual management, flow, problem‑solving, and strategic growth initiatives.
- Assist in implementing tools and processes across operations, supply chain, engineering, and commercial functions.
- Train and coach team members and leaders in lean thinking, daily management, and continuous improvement practices.
- Create improvement roadmaps based on assessments of business system maturity.
- Enable teams to adopt standardization, accountability, and data‑driven decision making.
- Identify and document internal best practices.
Requirements
bachelor's
lean principles
kaizen events
project management
operations finance
3-5 years
IEM is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer for its Surrey, B.C. location, reporting to the Continuous Improvement manager. The role supports kaizen activities, standard work documentation, and data‑driven process improvement in a hands‑on, lean‑focused environment. This position requires 100 % in‑office presence and does not offer remote work.
- Hold a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, or related field (MBA or master’s preferred).
- Possess 3‑5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement, preferably in a multi‑site or matrixed industrial environment.
- Demonstrate deep understanding of Lean principles such as 5S, value‑stream mapping, standard work, visual management, PDCA, SMED, and A3 problem solving.
- Show proven success leading cross‑functional kaizen events and system‑wide continuous improvement initiatives.
- Understand basic operations finance, including P&L impact, cost drivers, and fixed versus variable costs.
- Exhibit strong facilitation, project management, and communication skills.
- Display career ambition and high promotability for broader leadership roles within a fast‑paced, high‑growth organization.
Benefits
Compensation will reflect internal equity and may vary based on geographic region, knowledge, skills, and experience; a bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be included. IEM provides a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well‑being, growth, and long‑term success.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
12k to 135k sq ft
Facility Expansion
Grew from a small barn to expansive facilities.
3000A
Switchgear Innovation
Engineers developed high-capacity vacuum breakers for utility switching.
$100M-$1B
Revenue Range
Annual revenue reflects strong financial stability.
21kV
System Pioneering
Engineers pioneered vacuum breakers for 21kV systems.
- Early adoption of CAD/CAM fabrication in 1979.
- Supplies electrical distribution and switchgear to tech giants like HP and Apple.
- Subsidiary IEM Power Systems offers turnkey power solutions worldwide.
Culture + Values
- Safety is our top priority.
- We focus on continuous improvement through investments in our people and technologies.
- We maintain high standards of integrity and respect.
- Customer satisfaction is our primary objective.
- Collaboration and teamwork are central to our operations.
Environment + Sustainability
2035
Net Zero Emissions Target
The company aims to achieve net zero emissions by 2035, reflecting its commitment to reducing its environmental footprint.
- Committed to reducing environmental impact.
- Focus on energy efficiency in manufacturing processes.
- Ongoing waste reduction and recycling initiatives.
- Utilizing renewable energy sources in production facilities.
Inclusion & Diversity
- The company is dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.
- It is focused on attracting and retaining top talent from diverse backgrounds.
- The company implements training programs to foster inclusion and respect.
- It consistently monitors and reports on diversity metrics.