Job descriptionAuthority to take photographs and video within Multimatic. Usage of photos is restricted to internal use only and/ or sending externally as part of job-related correspondence Delegate and supervise the day-to-day manufacturing engineering activities / tasks. Coordinate and oversee general housekeeping for the manufacturing engineering department. Responsible for the oversight of orientation and training of new employees. Provide training on work instructions and any job-related procedures. Monitor employee performance relative to the acceptance of responsibility, communication, problem solving ability, work habits, and safety behaviours. Complete appraisals as required. Complete training effectiveness evaluations as required. Issue disciplines as required (in conjunction with the department manager and human resources manager). Assist departmental / employee concerns relating to manufacturing and/or processes. In case of safety incidents or accidents administer first aid as required and complete the according investigation reports as per company procedure. Assist in return-to-work planning for employees and facilitate the modified work program with the human resources department. Ensure that all safety standards are met. Act upon observed unsafe working habits or safety hazards (i.e. corrective actions). Ensure that the required department targets and timeline mile stones are met. Maintain adherence to the established quality and scheduling standards. Review the daily manufacturing engineering activities and instruct department employees in regard to priorities and deadlines. Ensure that any trial runs where members of the manufacturing engineering department are involved are conducted in a controlled manner to avoid any confusion relating to part / component traceability. Ensure the set-up verification ,first and last part inspection has been reviewed and approved by the production leadhands during pre production runs and handovers of new processes. Assist in any non-production trial runs and ensure inspections and tests are performed as per the part control plan and maintain inspection and test status. Maintain product inspection and test status using the established labeling instructions. Alert the department manager of all quality and safety issues. Identify non-conformances. Stop production if necessary and assist the purge and containment of all suspect material internally, externally, and any product that is in transit. Assist in the planning and execution of department objectives and targets. Follow all departmental and general procedures where applicable. Ensure the accuracy of manufacturing bills of materials for all products (i.e. parent component relationship, part numbers, and quantity per, at 100% accuracy level). Ensure the accuracy of work centre master files, routers, and standard run, and set up times, sub-contracted operations, and reporting points for back flushing for all products, at 100% accuracy level. Co-ordinate the proper timing of ECN completion for engineering and ensure production is at the required engineering level. Ensure accuracy of the part numbering system. Develop and co-ordinate plant and equipment layout improvements, process improvements, die changes, and first off improvements. Co-ordinate and follow up on the smooth introduction of new products, equipment or processes to the company and assist in selecting appropriate suppliers for subcontracted operations. Research and pursue opportunities for improvement in the operation to increase MRD’s competitiveness. Participate in the engineering change process by designing and updating Process Failure Mode Effects Analyses as needed. Review all operator instructions and ensure the readiness of assembly equipment, packaging requirements, and completion of all manufacturing engineering tasks. Maintain a daily presence on the production floor. Provide engineering support to assembly in the areas of ergonomic evaluations, methods improvement, the procurement and fabrication of equipment, and safety. Assist in maintaining and updating equipment standards and required documents. Research, investigate, and report manufacturing concerns for improvement of overall plant productivity. This includes process cost reductions and implementation of corrective actions to minimize process downtimes and rejects. Advise Management of any potential problems and opportunities for improvement. Complete additional projects as assigned. Follow all departmental and general procedures where applicable. Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager and/or Department Manager. Abide by all company safety rules, responsibilities, policies, and procedures including the legislative requirements of the OHSA. Work in compliance and conform to the Environment and ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards. Adopt, practice, and promote Kaizen principles; participate in Kaizen and GEAR activities. Encourage continuous improvement efforts within the department and ensure submission of individual and team GEARs to achieve one hundred percent participation. Procures quotes from equipment and process tooling for new jobs or for existing equipment that will be re-purposed. Supports preparation of reports and key measureable indicators each month. Complete layered process audits as required. Oversee onboarding and ensure orientations, including on the job training, are completed for new hires including co-op students.
Key Responsibilities
Authority to take photographs and video within Multimatic. Usage of photos is restricted to internal use only and/ or sending externally as part of job-related correspondence Delegate and supervise the day-to-day manufacturing engineering activities / tasks. Coordinate and oversee general housekeeping for the manufacturing engineering department. Responsible for the oversight of orientation and training of new employees. Provide training on work instructions and any job-related procedures. Monitor employee performance relative to the acceptance of responsibility, communication, problem solving ability, work habits, and safety behaviours. Complete appraisals as required. Complete training effectiveness evaluations as required. Issue disciplines as required (in conjunction with the department manager and human resources manager). Assist departmental / employee concerns relating to manufacturing and/or processes. In case of safety incidents or accidents administer first aid as required and complete the according investigation reports as per company procedure. Assist in return-to-work planning for employees and facilitate the modified work program with the human resources department. Ensure that all safety standards are met. Act upon observed unsafe working habits or safety hazards (i.e. corrective actions). Ensure that the required department targets and timeline mile stones are met. Maintain adherence to the established quality and scheduling standards. Review the daily manufacturing engineering activities and instruct department employees in regard to priorities and deadlines. Ensure that any trial runs where members of the manufacturing engineering department are involved are conducted in a controlled manner to avoid any confusion relating to part / component traceability. Ensure the set-up verification ,first and last part inspection has been reviewed and approved by the production leadhands during pre production runs and handovers of new processes. Assist in any non-production trial runs and ensure inspections and tests are performed as per the part control plan and maintain inspection and test status. Maintain product inspection and test status using the established labeling instructions. Alert the department manager of all quality and safety issues. Identify non-conformances. Stop production if necessary and assist the purge and containment of all suspect material internally, externally, and any product that is in transit. Assist in the planning and execution of department objectives and targets. Follow all departmental and general procedures where applicable. Ensure the accuracy of manufacturing bills of materials for all products (i.e. parent component relationship, part numbers, and quantity per, at 100% accuracy level). Ensure the accuracy of work centre master files, routers, and standard run, and set up times, sub-contracted operations, and reporting points for back flushing for all products, at 100% accuracy level. Co-ordinate the proper timing of ECN completion for engineering and ensure production is at the required engineering level. Ensure accuracy of the part numbering system. Develop and co-ordinate plant and equipment layout improvements, process improvements, die changes, and first off improvements. Co-ordinate and follow up on the smooth introduction of new products, equipment or processes to the company and assist in selecting appropriate suppliers for subcontracted operations. Research and pursue opportunities for improvement in the operation to increase MRD’s competitiveness. Participate in the engineering change process by designing and updating Process Failure Mode Effects Analyses as needed. Review all operator instructions and ensure the readiness of assembly equipment, packaging requirements, and completion of all manufacturing engineering tasks. Maintain a daily presence on the production floor. Provide engineering support to assembly in the areas of ergonomic evaluations, methods improvement, the procurement and fabrication of equipment, and safety. Assist in maintaining and updating equipment standards and required documents. Research, investigate, and report manufacturing concerns for improvement of overall plant productivity. This includes process cost reductions and implementation of corrective actions to minimize process downtimes and rejects. Advise Management of any potential problems and opportunities for improvement. Complete additional projects as assigned. Follow all departmental and general procedures where applicable. Perform other duties as assigned by the General Manager and/or Department Manager. Abide by all company safety rules, responsibilities, policies, and procedures including the legislative requirements of the OHSA. Work in compliance and conform to the Environment and ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards. Adopt, practice, and promote Kaizen principles; participate in Kaizen and GEAR activities. Encourage continuous improvement efforts within the department and ensure submission of individual and team GEARs to achieve one hundred percent participation. Procures quotes from equipment and process tooling for new jobs or for existing equipment that will be re-purposed. Supports preparation of reports and key measureable indicators each month. Complete layered process audits as required. Oversee onboarding and ensure orientations, including on the job training, are completed for new hires including co-op students.
Basic Requirements
Completion of a college diploma or university degree in an engineering discipline. Mechanical engineering is preferred. Minimum of five years’ experience in a related field or discipline. Good knowledge of manufacturing processes and systems. Knowledge of government legislation relative to health and safety (i.e. OHSA, WHMIS). Supervisory skills in the areas of health and safety, hiring, orientation, performance reviews, and disciplinary measures. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; must be self-motivated. Ability to coach, counsel, discipline, and motivate. Good Technical Report writing abilities. Proficient in Microsoft applications (i.e. Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and C.A.D. Excellent problem-solving techniques and methods. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The total cash compensation range for this position is expected to be:
$57,658.00 - $107,000.00
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