AI CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST

Primary Role

Reporting to the Manager – QEHS & Continuous Improvement, the AI Continuous Improvement Specialist will collaborate with teams across the organization to identify process improvement opportunities and develop practical AI-enabled solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and user experience.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities for improvement, automation, and standardization.

• Facilitate process discovery sessions and collaborate with stakeholders to understand operational challenges and priorities.

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AI-enabled tools, workflow automations, and business solutions.

• Configure and support solutions using Microsoft 365 technologies (Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Platform, etc.), ChatGPT, Claude, or other approved business tools.

• Partner with business leaders and employees to ensure solutions align with operational needs and Measure solution effectiveness and support continuous improvement initiatives through data-driven insights.

• Develop user documentation, training materials, and best practices to support adoption.

• Deliver training, coaching, and support, to help employees effectively leverage AI and automation technologies.

• Research emerging technologies and recommend practical applications that support business objectives.

• Support continuous improvement, operational excellence, and digital transformation initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications, Education & Experience

Required qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, Operations, Data Analytics, or a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in process improvement, business systems, automation, software development, data analytics, AI solutions, or a related area.

• Demonstrated experience analyzing business processes and developing practical technology-based solutions.

• Strong working knowledge of Lean, continuous improvement, and problem-solving methodologies.

• Experience with AI technologies, workflow automation, low-code development platforms, or digital transformation initiatives.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Microsoft applications: Copilot, Copilot Studio, Power Platform, Power Automate, Power Apps, SharePoint, Teams, and experience with other AI tools such as ChatGPT or Claude.

• Experience with Python, SQL, APIs, Azure AI services, or data visualization tools.

• Experience supporting manufacturing, engineering, project-based, or operational environments.

• Knowledge of responsible AI, data governance, and information security principles.

Key Competencies

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Lean and systems thinking

• Process analysis and problem solving

• AI solution design and prompt engineering

• Workflow automation and low-code development

• Data analysis and business insight generation

• User-focused solution design

• Facilitation and coaching skills

• Change management and stakeholder engagement

• Documentation and process standardization

• Project execution and results orientation

Why Join Evans?

• Help shape the practical application of AI in a growing global organization.

• Work with cross-functional teams to solve meaningful business challenges.

• Gain exposure to modern AI, automation, and digital transformation technologies.

• Make a visible impact through projects that improve operational effectiveness and employee experience.

• Be part of a culture that values innovation, continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork.

Location: Calgary, Alberta

This role will work from our Calgary office and will involve collaboration across office, manufacturing, and operational environments. Occasional travel may be required.