Calgary, Canada On-site Full-time

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope is hiring an Operational Excellence Manager (Calgary)

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and coach a high-performing OpEx team building the competencies, accountability, and collaborative mindset needed to sustain long-term improvement.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and systematically reducing waste at every level of the organization.
  • Identify, prioritize, and execute process improvement projects that are directly aligned with our strategic goals.
  • Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, WPO sessions, and a full range of Lean tools bringing the right approach to every challenge.
  • Use existing process data to forecast improvement outcomes and communicate progress clearly during monthly OpEx reviews.
  • Partner with plant management and OpEx support staff to keep everyone aligned on initiatives, priorities, and wins.
  • Develop and deliver engaging training programs in Lean, Six Sigma, and CI principles making expertise accessible across the organization.
  • Benchmark industry best practices and integrate them into our internal processes to keep OBE at the forefront.
  • Maintain a strong and visible shop-floor presence leading by example and staying connected to the work.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification Green Belt required.
  • 5+ years of experience in operational excellence, process improvement, or related roles.
  • Proven track record of leading successful improvement initiatives that delivered measurable results.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills you can engage audiences from the shop floor to the boardroom.
  • Proficiency with data analysis tools and process mapping software.

Nice to Have

  • Black Belt preferred.

Benefits

  • Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
  • Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
  • Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
  • Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

Work Arrangement

On-site — Calgary

Required Skills
Process ImprovementProcess Mapping
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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
Manufactures and distributes architectural glass and building products for projects globally. Operates more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries.
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