Continuous Improvement Engineer (Halifax Regional Municipality)

Continuous Improvement Engineer (Halifax Regional Municipality)

30 Oct
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ID Logistics Canada
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Halifax Regional Municipality

30 Oct

ID Logistics Canada

Halifax Regional Municipality

About Us:

ID Logistics (IDL), a global leader in third-party logistics, combines entrepreneurial spirit with a dedication to operational excellence. We were founded in Orgon, France in 2001. With a global workforce of over 38,000 experts and 84 million square feet of facilities across over 400 sites, we're transforming logistics--and this is just the beginning!

As we aim to accelerate growth in Canada, we are actively seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to support our growth at our newest facility in Bayers Lake, Nova Scotia.

Role Overview

The Continuous Improvement Engineer plays a critical role in driving operational excellence across a third‑party logistics (3PL) site. This position partners closely with Operations, Engineering, IT, and leadership teams to identify improvement opportunities, reduce waste, enhance service performance, and embed a culture of continuous improvement across warehouse and transportation operations.

The role requires strong analytical capability, hands‑on process engineering experience, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels in a fast‑paced, 24×7 logistics environment.

Key Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization

- Lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence methodologies.
- Identify, analyze, and improve end‑to‑end logistics processes including receiving, put‑away, picking, packing, shipping, cross‑dock, and transportation flows.
- Facilitate value stream mapping, time studies, root cause analysis (RCA), and Kaizen events across multiple sites.
- Standardize best practices across facilities while balancing client‑specific requirements.

Data Analysis & Performance Management

- Analyze operational KPIs (productivity, cost, quality, service, safety) to identify trends, gaps, and improvement opportunities.
- Develop dashboards, reports,



and business cases to quantify benefits (cost savings, service improvement, capacity gains).
- Track benefits realization and sustainability of implemented initiatives.

Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement

- Partner with site leadership and frontline teams to implement process changes with minimal disruption to operations.
- Provide hands‑on coaching to supervisors and managers on CI tools and problem‑solving techniques.
- Support adoption of new processes, systems, and technologies through structured change management.

Systems, Technology & Innovation

- Collaborate with IT and Engineering on WMS, TMS, LMS, and automation initiatives.
- Support system implementations, process design, and go‑live stabilization from an operational excellence perspective.
- Explore and evaluate emerging technologies and best practices applicable to 3PL operations.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

- Ensure process improvements align with Nova Scotia Health & Safety legislation, Employment Standards, and company policies.
- Embed safety, ergonomics, and quality considerations into all process designs.
- Support audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement related to safety and compliance.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
- 3–7+ years of continuous improvement, industrial engineering, or operations excellence experience in logistics, warehousing, manufacturing, or distribution.
- Strong working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma,



and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
- Experience supporting large, labor‑intensive operations (high‑volume, multi‑shift, or 24×7 environments).
- Advanced data analysis skills (Excel required; Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or Python an asset).
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills with the ability to influence without authority.

Preferred / Asset Qualifications

- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Experience in a national or multi‑site 3PL or supply chain environment.
- Hands‑on experience with WMS, TMS, or labor management systems.
- Experience supporting automation, robotics, or warehouse layout/design projects.
- Familiarity with Canadian occupational health & safety regulations and labor standards.

Key Competencies

- Analytical and structured problem solver
- Strong business acumen with cost‑to‑serve understanding
- Change agent mindset with high emotional intelligence
- Comfortable working on the floor and engaging frontline teams
- Able to manage multiple projects across different sites and timelines

Working Conditions

- Combination of office, warehouse, and on‑site operational environments
- Flexible schedule to support off‑shift or weekend improvement initiatives when required

Why Join Us?

- Opportunity to drive measurable impact across a national 3PL network
- Work in a quick‑growing, customer‑focused logistics organization
- Exposure to senior leadership and enterprise‑level initiatives
- Competitive compensation, benefits, and career development opportunities

Pay: $85,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Continuous Improvement Engineer (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 ID Logistics Canada
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality

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