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A business unit of SPX Technologies, Sigma-Omega Corporation is a Toronto-based manufacturer of highly engineered hydronic heating and cooling equipment. With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We're a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.

Position Summary
SPX is a diverse team of unique individuals who each make an impact. As the Continuous Improvement (CI) Manager , you will lead and champion the continuous improvement initiatives at the Mississauga, Ontario facility, driving sustainable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and customer value.

This role is responsible for leading the deployment of Lean methodologies, identifying opportunities to eliminate waste, improving manufacturing processes, optimizing system design, control costs, reducing inventory, and increasing operational productivity. The CI Manager will work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to establish priorities, develop improvement strategies, and ensure that improvements are effectively implemented and sustained.

The CI Manager will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Product Engineering, Customer Support and Supply Chain to identify opportunities, resolve process and technical issues, and implement solutions that improve operational performance and customer experience. The role will also support the development of a culture of employee engagement, problem-solving, accountability, and continuous improvement mindset across the organization.

While each day brings new opportunities to SPX, your core responsibilities will be:

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
1. Process Optimization and Operations

Robust emphasis on process performance, flow, methods and standards, technology and sustainable solutions.

Lead and deploy the Continuous Improvement system across the facility, establishing priorities, standards, and methodologies that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, productivity, and customer value.

Identify, prioritize, and lead high-impact improvement initiatives to eliminate waste, improve process capability, cycle time and financial results.

Validate operation cycle times and reconcile with costing model.

Partner with functional leaders to integrate continuous improvement into daily management, monitor execution, remove barriers, and ensure actions are completed with sustainable results.

Lead Kaizen initiatives including pre-work, event execution, implementation, measurement of results, and follow-up to ensure improvements are effectively implemented and maintained.

Lead and facilitate Value Stream Mapping and other process‑analysis tools to evaluate end‑to‑end processes, identify waste, constraints, bottlenecks, and opportunities, and establish improvement priorities.

Build organizational capability in Lean and continuous improvement by coaching leaders, supervisors, and employees, developing problem‑solving skills, and deploying standardized Lean principles throughout the facility.

Lead and support the design and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, systems, and work cells, including automation, material flow, assembly cells, and facility layouts, with consideration for safety, ergonomics, quality, efficiency, and scalability.

Establish and monitor performance measures to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of improvement initiatives, including productivity, cost, quality, lead time, inventory, capacity, and other key operational metrics.

2. Technical Support and Data Analysis

Establish and maintain data collection and measurement systems that provide accurate, timely, and reliable information for monitoring process and operational performance.

Analyze manufacturing and operational data to identify trends, performance gaps, process variation, constraints, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.

Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports using relevant operational and financial metrics, including productivity, throughput, scrap, downtime, OEE, quality, labour efficiency, capacity, lead time, inventory, and cost.





Lead structured problem‑solving and root cause analysis for complex manufacturing and operational issues, applying appropriate analytical and statistical tools such as Pareto, 5‑Why, Fishbone, PFMEA, and other methodologies.

Evaluate process and equipment performance through technical analysis, time studies, capacity analysis, process mapping, and other engineering methods to identify constraints and recommend improvements.

Support capital equipment and automation initiatives through technical and financial analysis, including capacity requirements, productivity, labour impact, utilization, payback, and return on investment.

Translate analysis into actionable recommendations and validate results, communicating findings, risks, and expected benefits to leadership while establishing baselines and measuring post‑implementation performance to ensure improvements are effective and sustained.

3. Projects and Change Management

Coordinate and manage projects related to cost savings and process improvement.

Lead annual cost savings projects by identifying opportunities and executing through process and operational efficiencies.

Collaborate with leadership to understand production goals, provide technical guidance and comprehensive data to assist with decision making.

Working in cross functional teams to ensure seamless integration of process improvements.

Coach, motivate, and lead the teams to institute principles for sustaining the gains of each initiative.

Participate in other projects assigned that relate to the overall goals of the department and operational plan.

Participate in Centers of Excellence to Share Best Practices and Continuously Improve the SPX Business System (CI Program).

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

7-10+ years of demonstrated application of Lean methodologies and decision making.

Change management and lean transformation with an understanding of how to build employee engagement and sustain behavioral change.

Demonstrated success leading cross functional improvements and influence without direct authority.

Results oriented with a business mindset with ability to teach how to solve problems and improve customer value and business performance.

Hands‑on experience with manufacturing process development, equipment, automation cell design, material flow, capacity analysis and facility layout.

Understanding financial analysis and business fundamentals, including cost savings, productivity benefits, ROI, payback and capital investment analysis.

Strong analytical and critical thinking to interpret complex data, identify patterns and determine root cause rather than treating symptoms.

Knowledge of ERP system, scheduling and PFEP.

Project management skills with prior experience successfully leading and implementing process improvement initiatives

Ability to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Problems solving and data analysis skills (8D, 5‑Whys, statistics, etc.)

Experience with CI tools/ events such as kanban, material conveyance, production flow, value stream mapping, takt‑time analysis, standardized work, 5S, visual management, poka‑yoke, etc.

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office applications. Able to develop summary graphs, tables, pivot tables, and other reports using PowerPoint, Excel and Word

Education & Formal Training

Bachelor’s degree in a related field of study (Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business) is required

Formal Lean training such as green belt or black belt

Formal Project Management and Change Management such as PMP

Automation background would be an asset

Possible travel that includes visits to other facilities locally for short term.

Frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.





Manufacturing Environment frequently requires use of foot, eye and ear protection when in production areas. Must be able to split time between the plant floor and office environment, as required.

How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.

What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well‑being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:

Competitive and performance‑based compensation packages and bonus plans

Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs

Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
SPX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decisions on an applicant’s race, color, religion, age, gender or sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected ground. We are committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment and selection processes. We are pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with the Disabilites Ace, 2005. Should you require accommodation at any time, please advise Human Resources or our Talent Acquisition Team.

Compensation Disclosure

For use by Ontario employers with 25 or more employees, for positions with expected compensation of $200,000 CAD /year or less .

The expected hourly wage rate for this position is between $90,000 and $127,300 per year. This range reflects the anticipated compensation for the role, based on factors such as qualifications, experience and market conditions.

This job posting is for an existing position that is currently vacant.

Use of Artificial Intelligence
We use automated tools, including artificial intelligence, to support the screening and evaluation of applicants for this role.

ABOUT SPX
SPX is a diversified, global supplier of infrastructure equipment with scalable growth platforms in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), detection and measurement, and engineered solutions. With operations in 17 countries and approximately $2.2billion in annual revenue, we offer a wide array of highly engineered products with solid brands.

At SPX, what’s in it for our employees transcends market‑competitive compensation and benefits. Our Total Rewards program also includes opportunities for employees’ personal development, career growth, and recognition. These programs focus on alignment and assessment of organizational, team, and individual efforts toward achieving business results. Our development and career growth programs empower our employees to enhance their skills, develop new competencies, and pursue career goals. SPX benefits package provides choices designed to help employees manage their well‑being. Our compensation programs are performance‑based to recognize and reward employees who work hard, display the values and leadership practices we embrace, and deliver exceptional results.

OUR VALUES

Integrity

Accountability

Teamwork

Results

At SPX, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We use our values every day to help us make the right decisions. We embrace a common purpose and strive for improvement. We respect and value each other as individuals and recognizethat only by working together, as a team, can we reach our full potential. We take responsibility for our actions, build robust relationships with each other and our customers, and always act ethically. Our values inspire us to achieve the high standards of quality, safety, and performance that our customers expect and deserve.

WORKING AT SPX
Our work environment is established on a work-life philosophy supported by policies, programs, and practices that help employees achieve success within and outside the workplace.We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where employees strive to realize their fullest potential. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion,sex, sexual orientation, national origin,gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected basis.

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