E-Coat Specialist

Job Number: 48738
Group: Cosma International
Division: Modatek Systems
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: MILTON

Group Description

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Role Summary

The Senior Industrial Engineer is responsible for providing expertise and direction that drives the e-coat operation and process to an optimum level for producing a quality product in accordance with Modatek’s policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Develops process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA’s), control plans, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and supports problem solving initiatives by implementing corrective actions
• Responsible for coaching and leading the ECoat team
• Develops and trains team members with department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and ensures regular audits for the maintenance of such procedures
• Handles large scale projects from inception to completion
• Initiates actions to prevent the occurrences of any nonconformity relating to product, process and quality system
• Identifies and records any problems relating to the product, process and quality systems and actions accordingly
• Initiates, recommends or provides solutions through designated channels
• Assists in the commissioning of new plants/ lines equipment, and other systems to ensure that the introduction into the production facility is handled efficiently and with minimum disruptions
• Assists Quality Assurance Engineers with sample preparation and testing for Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)
• Assists, plans and supports Area leaders and Team Members with bi-yearly general maintenance, and upgrades of the e-coat line and waste water unit
• Liaisons between Modatek Systems (purchasing) and supplier of Consigned Products such as industrial coatings products, pretreatment and wastewater chemicals
• Coordinates purchasing activities for laboratory and process upgrade equipment through SAP
• Adheres to Modatek’s Core Values: Integrity, Respect, Trust, Honesty, Fairness and Loyalty
• Follows and complies with all Operational Procedures and Policies as Outlined in the Team Member Handbook, Quality and Environmental Programs (i.e. TS16949, ISO14001)
• Understands, promotes and lives by Magna’s philosophies and the Employee’s Charter
• Performs other duties as required

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• Post-Secondary Chemical Engineering Degree or Diploma
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the automotive industry
• Three (3) years leadership experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skill
• Must have a flexible and creative approach while working in an environment that is dedicated to continuous improvements
• Experience with the use of analytical tools such as Value Stream Mapping and standardize work to identify and drive continuous improvements
• Experience with parts performance testing for automotive Engineering Standards (General Motors DaimlerChrysler)
• Working knowledge in Microsoft Office
• Ability to uphold confidentiality
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to work overtime to meet customer needs

Additional Information

Division Description
Located in Milton, Ontario, Modatek Systems is a division of Magna International. At Modatek, our dedicated team produce chassis systems utilizing innovative hydroforming, automated welding, and electrostatic coating processes within a large, safety-focused facility.
What we have to offer
Our people are our greatest asset. As a valued Modatek team member, we offer you:
• A great work experience with a dedicated and diverse workforce
• A focus on safety, health and wellness, including a corporate wellness program, fitness membership discounts, and a subsidized cafeteria with health conscious options
• Competitive extended health benefits
• A group RRSP with employer matching
• Participation in the Employee Equity and Profit Sharing Plan
• Company paid uniforms, allowances for prescription safety glasses, earplugs and safety shoes
• Staff appreciation events
• Continuous training and development, including an educational reimbursement program

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

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