Manufacturing Engineer in Toronto

This position is responsible for manufacturing and production activities related to new product launches. The position will be a strong voice with respect to manufacturing and cost feasibility during the product development cycle, and will lead the product implementation team at the facility level.

Responsibilities:

• Lead plant focused, multi-disciplined teams, using an advanced quality planning process, to ensure facilities are ready and capable to produce new products.
• Generate and maintain information required by APQP team to implement manufacturing system, including purchased components (MRP), new tools, new vendor information, quality requirements, etc.
• Support facility engineers, purchasers, supervisors and lead hands in the implementation of new products through regular meetings and training.
• Initiate capital acquisition request based on tooling budget. Purchase tools and track development, first off, final part approval and first production order.
• Work with supply chain to ensure quality requirements are understood and quality plan implemented. Evaluate and approve new components using submission and first-off processes.
• Work with design and facility engineering to ensure engineering drawings are complete and structured efficiently for manufacturing system and process flow.
• Facilitate the circulation of launch ECRs, from engineering, through the facilities, and to the database management team.
• Test and validate the facility readiness by organizing a pilot run. Identify deficiencies in product specification/application, component quality, system/BOM accuracy. Provide root cause analysis, implement and re-validate solutions.
• Support Marketing and Operations groups by providing or reviewing product information, including installation guides, application guidelines, packaging systems, weights and volumes, etc.

Department Accountabilities:

• Contribute to the generation of ideas and improvements, and assist in their implementation.
• Follow, maintain and improve upon department and ISO procedures.
• Work on special projects as assigned.
• Build strong, positive relationships with individuals across departments and facilities.

Qualifications:

• University degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, and eligible for P.Eng license.
• 8-12 years of engineering experience in a product design and manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated project management skills and training.
• Excellent communication, organization, leadership, decision making and time management skills.
• Assertive and professional in the building of relationships.
• Ability to learn, adapt and apply new systems, techniques and technologies.
• Able to travel locally and internationally.
• Practical experience in developing equipment, manufacturing technologies, processes.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 requirements.
• Competent computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, understanding of MRP/ERP systems, working knowledge of SolidWorks.

The expected base salary range for this position will be $102,090.00 - $120,000.00. Final base salary offers will reflect an assessment of the selected candidate's skills, demonstrated competencies, and adherence to our internal pay equity framework.

Teknion is committed to supporting a culture of diversity and accessibility across the organization. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will consult with applicants contacted to participate at any stage of the recruitment process who request an accommodation. Information received regarding the accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.