Continuous Improvement Analyst

Job summary

The Continuous Improvement Analyst will develop financial reporting tools, evaluate improvement projects, and validate production task rates to drive operational efficiency. They will also collaborate cross-functionally to identify trends and provide actionable insights to the site leadership team.

Job details

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Analyst Location: Calgary, AB Department: Operations Reports To: Donaldo Santos Key Relationships: Production, Logistics, Quality Assurance, Inventory, Finance Role Summary Decibel is seeking a Continuous Improvement Analyst to supports our operations by providing insights through data analysis and reporting, helping drive strategic and operational decisions. The Continuous Improvement Analyst will provide analysis for project proposals, validate production task rates, and identify cost-saving opportunities. This includes working cross-functionally to develop tools and reports that connect data across platforms, enabling smarter decisions and increased operational efficiency. Advanced MS Power BI skills are required. About Decibel Decibel is a consumer-focused cannabis company focused on delivering products that delight customers through a commitment to robust innovation and product quality. Leading brands General Admission, Qwest and Vox are among its portfolio sold both across Canada as well as internationally, creating a true global footprint. Decibel operates a processing and manufacturing facility in Calgary, Alberta and a cultivation facility in Battleford, Saskatchewan and an EUGMP cultivation, processing and manufacturing facility in Chatham, Ontario. Visit us at: www.decibelcc.com [http://www.decibelcc.com] Our Culture We foster a supportive, collaborative environment that values teamwork over competition. Every team member plays a critical role in our success, regardless of experience level. At Decibel, you will learn and grow alongside passionate professionals in a culture defined by: * We Grind: Persistence and resourcefulness * We Craft: Attention to every detail * We Care: Passion and inclusion in everything we do Key Responsibilities * Develop, evaluate, and maintain production financial reporting tools * Evaluate improvement projects to determine return on investment (ROI) * Review and assess production task rates to validate product-level feasibility * Collaborate with Production Managers to improve operational efficiency * Develop and maintain Jotform and Power BI tools and connect them with other data sources (e.g., inventory, quality, performance) to identify trends, correlations, and opportunities * Execute efficiency and cost-reduction projects * Create and implement standard operating procedures for process analysis and root cause analysis of recurring issues * Provide training to the operations team on new tools and process changes * Manage the progress and performance of leaders through the Gemba Academy platform * Keep Production Management informed of day-to-day operational deviations and performance insights * Prepare and present reports to the Site Leadership team * Perform other duties as assigned by your manager What We Offer * Competitive base salary * Group health and dental benefits (Group Source) * Opportunities for career progression as the company grows * A leadership team committed to your development and success Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Accounting, Business, or a related field * 2–3 years of relevant operational analysis experience * Experience working in a manufacturing environment * Advanced skills in Excel and analytical techniques (tested during selection) * Microsoft Power BI and Power Automate skills (REQUIDED) * Experience with ERP systems such as Sage X3 (asset) * Cannabis industry or other consumer packaged good experience is a plus but not required Key Competencies * Strong written and verbal communication skills * High attention to detail and strong organizational skills * Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines * Proactive, collaborative team player with initiative * Comfortable working in cross-functional teams What We’re Looking For We’ll be assessing candidates based on: 1. A team-first attitude and willingness to learn 2. Demonstrated growth and continuous improvement 3. Desire to innovate and drive process improvements More than experience, we value attitude and commitment. Not Sure If It’s the Right Fit? Reach out anyway — we’d love to chat. Equal Opportunity Employer Decibel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and make all employment decisions based on business needs, qualifications, and merit — not personal characteristics or beliefs.

What you’ll do

The Continuous Improvement Analyst will develop financial reporting tools, evaluate improvement projects, and validate production task rates to drive operational efficiency. They will also collaborate cross-functionally to identify trends and provide actionable insights to the site leadership team.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Accounting, Business, or a related field and possess 2-3 years of operational analysis experience. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, Power Automate, and Excel is required, along with experience in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary • Group health and dental benefits • Career progression opportunities

Listed skills

• ERP systems · Preferred
• Operational Efficiency · Preferred
• Financial Reporting · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Data analysis
• Reporting
• MS Power BI
• Excel
• Power Automate
• Process analysis
• Root cause analysis
• Operational efficiency
• Financial reporting
• ROI analysis
• Production task rates
• Jotform
• ERP systems
• Sage X3
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Project Proposals
• Resourcefulness
• Operational Efficiency
• Operational Analysis
• Organizational Skills
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Microsoft Power Automate
• Willingness To Learn
• Cannabis
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounting
• Operations Research
• Analytical Techniques
• Data Analysis
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Cost Reduction
• Finance
• Financial Statements
• Gemba
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Operations
• Process Analysis
• Production Management
• Quality Assurance
• Power BI
• Return On Investment
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Process Improvement
• Product Quality (QA/QC)
• Root Cause Analysis
• Persistence
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Data & Analytics
• Finance & Accounting
• Logistics
• Management & Leadership
• Continuous Improvement Analyst
• Process Manager
• Manufacturing Managers
• Operations Research Analysts