manufacturing technologist

Work setting

• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Willing to relocate

Tasks

• Design plant layouts and production facilities
• Conduct work measurement or other studies
• Develop and carry out health, safety and fire prevention plans
• Develop computer applications for machines and processes
• Collect and compile operational or experimental data
• Collect and analyze data and samples
• Develop manufacturing and processing procedures
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports
• Read blueprints and drawings

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Certification by a provincial or territorial association

Computer and technology knowledge

• Computer-aided design (CAD)
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• MS Windows
• Autodesk Inventor
• Lean Manufacturing

Industrial processes and biological studies

• Product development

Area of work experience

• Fabrication

Area of specialization

• Development of production processes
• Development of facilities and systems
• Development of quality assurance programs
• Work planning, estimating, measuring and scheduling
• Development of safety and fire prevention plans
• Robotic equipment and systems
• Process improvement

Security and safety

• Basic security clearance

Transportation / travel information

• Own vehicle
• Willing to travel
• Travel expenses paid by employer

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Screening questions

• Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
• Are you willing to relocate for this position?
• Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?
• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?
• Do you have the above-indicated required certifications?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Paramedical services coverage
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Parking available
• Wellness program