Continuous Improvement (CI) champion - BOS

Job Summary 

The Continuous Improvement (CI) champion serves as a frontline CI lead, working across the groups to identify opportunities to drive business and operational efficiencies, designs, plans, and execute process changes, and embed the new processes and procedures into the operations and back-office for long term sustainability. The CI champion will be expected to identify and deliver attainable results while leading the change management efforts to build support and buy-in from peers and leadership teams. 

Responsibilities 

• Support (train as needed) local team to seek and deliver operational improvement opportunities using lean/continuous improvement methodology & practices. 

• Organizes, executes and drives process improvement through facilitation of improvement events such as warehouse layout changes, cargo breakdown and buildup cycle time reduction and 5S events. 

• Active ambassador for continuous improvement practices for the site. 

• Present/ share projects and initiatives from local station at companywide continuous improvement sharing sessions. 

• Ability to develop business cases for improvement. 

• Monitoring process Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and supporting the local team to lead changes and sustain improvements. 

• Responsible for observing and identifying deviations from operating model and course correction as needed. 

• Any other CI Related responsibilities as assigned. 

Minimum Requirements 

• Minimum high school GED or technical vocational school. 

• Microsoft office competency (Visio, excel, PowerPoint). 

• 1-3 years’ experience working in cargo handling, warehouse and manufacturing environment. 

Preferred Skills 

• Excellent analytical skills. 

• Excellent oral, written and communication skills. 

• Personable and professional demeanor. 

• Ability to multi-task and work independently as well as in different (local) teams. 

• Ability to work with deadlines. 

• Ability to communicate efficiently and effectively. 

• Change management skills. 

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions 

• Ability to work in the field – cooperate & collaborate through influence. 

Perks & Benefits 

• Want your pay in advance?  Access up to 50% of earned wages before payday and get paid up to two days early through the Branch app! 

• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition?  On the spot recognition offered through Awardco! 

• Need health insurance?  Health Benefits with multiple options for full-time employees! 

• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More! 

• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life?  Wellness Programs offered to all employees! 

• Want to invest in your future?  401k program offered with company match! 

• Looking to grow and have a career with us?  Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available! 

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.