ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Leads the project management process inclusive of equipment planning, design, development and testing, and rate verification to support release of new products and product enhancements. Communicates feedback/results to appropriate stakeholders within the organization at appropriate project milestones.
- Feasibility study, estimate, quote, evaluate, specify and purchase capital equipment and tooling for new programs or modifications to existing programs to budget.
- Interact and direct vendors to provide equipment and tooling to our standards and performance expectations.
- Ability to develop time lines and maintain through follow up
- Understand and perform tolerance stack ups. Solid understanding of GD &T and datum scheme.
- Ensure that the product is being manufactured to all engineering/customer and manufacturing specifications.
- Be involved and provide technical support on all product launches both within the company.
- Investigate and keep abreast of new state of the art technologies which may enhance the profitability of the company.
- Assist in engineering and manufacturing feasibility studies.
- Assist in preparation of quotes
- Establish program timing parameters and ensure schedules are maintained.
- Analyze and assist in tooling and manufacturing process
- Work with Process Engineers and related department managers/supervisors to plan and implement new or revised process flows for improving plant layout and efficiencies.
- Assist in the procuring and sourcing of tooling and equipment for new programs. Ensure said tooling/equipment complies with the companies and customer's specifications, standards and expectations.
- Dedicate your efforts towards maximizing the profitability of the company.
- Maintain the confidentiality of the company and its business.
- Will work in compliance with all legislative requirements of OSHA and will be accountable for specific health and safety responsibilities.
- Must be able to work independently, must present an image to customer of total company commitment, maintain ownership of projects and work effectively with others to Co-ordinate all aspects of the job.
- Perform other duties as determined by the Assistant General Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree in mechanical, tool and die design or industrial engineering or equivalent experience. Ten years' experience in engineering and automation. Having some tooling experience is a plus. Additionally, experience in a manufacturing facility especially automotive background is an asset. Excellent problem solving techniques. Some travel as required by company or customer. Training in SPC, FMEA, DOE, PFMEA, DDI, GD&T, APQP. Computer skills in the areas of databases, spreadsheets and word processing.
If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume.
We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
