Verification engineer Jobs in Toronto, ON

Why join us?

Knoll uses modern design to connect people to their work, their lives, their world. Since 1938, we have been recognized internationally for creating workplace and residential furnishings that inspire, evolve, and endure.

Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of Knoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows Knoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the design, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. These processes will address capacity, quality, safety, ergonomic, and environmental requirements of the business.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement new processes.

• Provide required support to meet team objectives.

• Develop and update routings.

• Provide project support and/or leadership on the introduction of new products.

• Determine labor standards and maintain production capacity model.

• Contributes greatly to the plant wide cost reduction teams.

• Develops and maintains process descriptions and work instruction to ensure ISO certification is maintained.

• Materials testing/planning.

• Technical reports.

• Become an active participant and contributor to the continuous improvements process at Knoll.

• Follow all Knoll safety expectations.

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

• Commitment to quality.

• Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.

Experience requirements:

• Education: Degree in Mechanical Engineering (P. Eng. designation is desirable)

• Industry Experience: Minimum 2-4 years of progressive experience in Mechanical Engineering.

• Experience with or Knowledge of furniture / woodworking and/or finishing is considered an asset

• Technical Experience: Experience in continuous improvement activities will be required. This includes using tools such as kaizens, mistake proofing, establishing standard work practices, problem solving, pull systems, 5S, setup reduction, TPM, etc.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing operations, environmental compliance, industrial hazard and communication. Well versed in OSHA regulations and ISO 14000 auditing and implementation.

• Knowledge of ISO 14001/9001/45001 required.

• Strong skills in areas like: Leadership, Lean, Management, Strategic, Quantitative & Qualitative Assessment, Communication (written & verbal), Presentation, Analytical

• Must have strong communication and organizational skills.

• Ability to work off shifts, flexible hours, including weekends

• Black Belt or Lean Belt Certification preferred.

• Must be flexible to travel as needed

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. Knoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

Compensation range for this role is $65,000.00 - $85,000.00. Relevant salary considerations will include candidate qualifications and experience, other business/organizational needs and market factors . You may also be eligible to receive a geographic premium, annual discretionary incentive and equity awards which are subject to the rules governing these programs. The company offers a full spectrum of benefits including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Vacation and Parental Leave), Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our associates.This posting is for an existing position that is currently open.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.