• Job Description

  Req#: 1001

  About L3HARRIS WESCAM

  As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

  
  

  Tasks to be accomplished

  • Manage daily activities of the Continuous Improvement team; establish performance standards; formulate staff development plans; coach and inspire staff; provide guidance and direction on problems and issues; delegate work assignments considering employee skills and development needs
  • Drive Operational Excellence (OpEx) activities within the business to support all technical pillars, including Sector/Segment/CHQ presentations.
  • Support and participate in Sector/Segment/CHQ Operations activitiesLead and drive continuous improvement programs throughout the business
  • Provide strong leadership input to the Manufacturing strategy, product flow
  • Spearhead lean strategies and oversee associated activities
  • Demonstrate proficient project management capabilities by effectively guiding direct/indirect reports and collaborating with other stakeholders within the company.
  • Share Best Practices across L3 Harris sister companies and ensure L3 Harris Wescam is current and best in class
  • Drive Efficiency vision, strategies and initiatives throughout Operations and Business
  • Drive and execute 5S+1 program
  • Lead the Team through Operational Excellence (OpEx)
  • Pillar Lead for Methods and Tools (OpEx)
  • Work closely with the Operations management team to develop and execute on Manufacturing Strategies to drive factory improvements and capacity increases
  • Daily GEMBA leadership participation, training and maturity
  • Lead Kaizen Events
  • Ability to travel between the Don Mills and Waterdown sites weekly

  Skills Required

  • Above the line thinking – positive attitude and great energy
  • Ability to Lead Kaizen events
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft applications (ex. PowerPoint)
  • Outstanding analytical and problem solving skills
  • Exceptional application knowledge of Lean principle and tools
  • Ability to Train on lean principles
  • Ability to lead improvement events
  • Ability to develop employees
  • Demonstrated leadership ability with influential skills
  • Industrial engineering, lean/six sigma training and applied knowledge
  • Strong negotiating and influencing skills
  • Knowledge of TPS/WCM and asset but not required
  • Strong Program Management Skills
  • Effective and proven interpersonal and influencing skills

  Experience & Education Requirements

  • Undergraduate Degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent
  • 8- 10 years’ experience in Operations /Quality and Manufacturing Management
  • Must have a well-rounded leadership background
  • Lean certification and /or Black-Belt trained
  • Experience with building and motivating teams
  • Experience leading/managing teams

  
  

  Our work environment is both challenging and dynamic – our physical environment is state of the art. Here’s what you can expect as an L3Harris WESCAM employee:

  • Brand new, custom-built 330,000 sq ft Engineering and Production facility atop the Waterdown escarpment in Hamilton
  • Close to hiking paths along the Bruce trail
  • Every other Friday off (paid – with our rare 9/80 work schedule)
  • 18000 sq ft subsidized Café including 12 mini- Café areas throughout the complex
  • Free10,000 sq ft on-site gym
  • Free wellness programs
  • Free fruit, bagels and coffee
  • Wellness rooms – first aid, prayer, mother’s room and quiet zones
  • Work/Life balance
  • Real opportunities for growth and development
  • A diverse and inclusive working culture
  • Everyone’s role at L3HARRIS WESCAM contributes to protecting people’s lives

  Diversity & Inclusion

  We believe that diversity among our employees makes us a stronger organization.

  We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our L3Harris WESCAM family, and our community by welcoming and encouraging applications from anyone interested without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, Aboriginal status or any other legally-protected groups. For people with disabilities, we work with you throughout the recruitment process to ensure you have what you need in order to be at your best. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment/interview process, or as you begin your career with us just let us know and we will take care of you.

  This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary.

• About the company

  L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across air, land, sea, space and cyber domains.

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