Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

HIGHLIGHTS

Location :  Brampton, Ontario

Position Type :   Direct Hire

Hourly / Salary :   Based on Experience

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer plays a critical role in optimizing machining and mechanical assembly operations within a high-performance machine shop environment. This position drives continuous improvement initiatives, develops advanced CNC manufacturing processes, and leads cross-functional efforts to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost-efficiency.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise in CNC programming, tooling and fixture design, process engineering, and Lean manufacturing methodologies, with a strong foundation in mechanical systems and production optimization.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Engineering

Troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day manufacturing process issues across machining and assembly operations

Develop, validate, and optimize CNC programs for new product introductions and existing production lines

Design and implement CNC tooling, fixtures, gauges, and custom test equipment

Support product launches through process validation, capability studies, and workflow optimization

Conduct time studies and labor analysis to establish production standards and improve throughput

Continuous Improvement & Lean Initiatives

Lead and participate in Kaizen events, Lean manufacturing projects, and cost reduction initiatives

Apply root cause analysis techniques (5 Whys, Fishbone, corrective action plans) to resolve quality and process issues

Identify and implement new manufacturing technologies to improve efficiency and reduce scrap

Track and analyze production KPIs, assembly efficiencies, and departmental performance metrics

Production Support & Documentation

Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routers

Develop and update shop floor work instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Maintain tooling and fixture logs for preventive maintenance and inventory tracking

Support maintenance teams with troubleshooting of capital equipment and machining centers

Capital Planning & Facility Optimization

Identify capital equipment needs and prepare Capital Purchase Requests (CPRs)

Participate in annual budget planning to forecast cost savings and capacity expansion

Design and implement plant layout improvements to enhance workflow, ergonomics, and productivity

Quality & Compliance

Collaborate with Engineering and Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with technical drawings, GD&T standards, and ISO 9001 : 2015 quality systems

Investigate product complaints and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Required Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering or Process Engineering role

Hands-on experience with machining operations, CNC equipment, and mechanical assembly processes

Experience designing assembly and CNC fixtures and tooling systems

CNC programming experience with Fanuc and Okuma controls preferred

Direct involvement in Lean Manufacturing implementation, continuous improvement, and Kaizen events

Familiarity with ISO 9001 : 2015 or similar quality management systems

Technical Skills

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and engineering specifications

Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks) for tooling and fixture design

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Project)

Experience with process optimization, root cause analysis, time studies, and labor standards development

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