Manager, Network Efficiency

2 weeks ago


Homewood, United States Canadian National Railway Full time
At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us

Job Summary

The Manager, Network Efficiency is responsible for working with the Network Operations, Engineering and Mechanical teams to execute on strategic initiatives and deliver projects that positively affect the CN’s key performance metrics. Moreover, the role tracks the progress of these initiatives in relation to the organization’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). The position participates in the continuous improvement focus by evaluating, planning, and implementing improvements in processes and practices and ensuring their consistency. The role collaborates with functional owners to diagnose problems and prioritize and source viable solutions. The position involves project planning, cost estimation, evaluation of financials, resource management and risk assessment.

Main Responsibilities
Efficiency and Process Improvement

· Identify and implement process improvement projects that will improve efficiency and reduce cost

· Assist the Engineering, Mechanical and Network Operations team in the implementation and sustainability of process improvement initiatives

· Train field and shop personnel on new processes and data collection

· Analyze performance based on in-person field and shop visits

· Provide weekly and monthly performance summaries

· Develop reports to support analysis leveraging available data

· Develop tracking and metrics to support improvement

Strategic Planning

· Participate in long-term planning to ensure sustainable process integration

· Support leadership with analyzing performance and efficiency

Administrative

· Document requirements, problem statements, process and scope

· Communicate findings to team and management at all levels

· Assist Engineering and Mechanical leaders in monitoring of improvement initiatives

Working Conditions

The role is performed in a combination of office and outdoor environments in various weather conditions with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role requires regular travel (50%) within Canada and the United States (U.S.) to various CN locations. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress.

Requirements
Experience

Continuous Improvement

· Minimum 5 years continuous improvement experience within the transportation industry

o Experience teaching, training, and leading continuous improvement implementation

o Experience working in a unionized environment*

*Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset

Education/Certification/Designation

· Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

· Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification*

*Any designation for these above would be considered as an asset

Competencies

· Applies critical thinking

· Knows the business and stays current on industry needs

· Communicates with impact

· Identifies needs and finds solutions to create value for all stakeholders

· Collaborates and shares information with others

Technical Skills/Knowledge

· Knowledge of Systems, Applications and Products (SAP)

· Understanding of locomotive failures

· Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA))

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation. Only qualified candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.

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