Responsible for retrieving and monitoring assigned work center performance, maintaining, updating and presenting monthly open issues, participating in continuous improvement opportunities on new/existing equipment, using data to support findings
Responsible for the ordering of new equipment to the Mechanisms Group Machine, Tooling and Programming specifications, coordinating the development, delivery and integration while working with internal stakeholders to ensure equipment complies with all financial and manufacturing/layout requirements. Travel locally and internationally (as required) to participate in onsite meetings and acceptance trials
Attend quote meetings and/or develop internal detailed costed equipment quotes, review/revise with management and distribute approved copies, speak to and support costing provided, quotes may be based on existing data or budgetary costs provided
Issue RFQ’s to vendors conveying requirements, assembly process steps, adequate specifications and requirements, etc. to ensure a robust detailed quote response, while addressing/pursuing responses to vendor questions. Develop with the Packaging Engineer internal and external packaging required
Thoroughly review vendors quotes and ensure they meet the RFQ requirements, request clarification as required and challenge/justify cost
Hold and champion open issues meetings internal and external, schedule, document meeting minutes, assign and follow-up on tasks in various departments
Support customer visits during run at rate and assembly plants (as required) in a highly professional manner always understanding your audience and being an ambassador of the department, division and corporation
Develop capital approval packages and follow-up on approval, issue/pursue approval of purchase orders, seek approval of invoices and work within an established program or divisional budget
Support the development of in-line plastics processing technologies such as vibratory welding and injection/comolding, assist in the creation of lineside documentation to establish a turnkey stabile process would be an asset and if applicable to a project
Ensure that a PHSR, ergonomic and environmental assessment (if applicable) is completed and is documented on new equipment
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Investigate potential vendors for new processes, parts handling technologies and equipment, pursue nondisclosure agreements and work with the Mechanisms Group to ensure vendors are reviewed and are viable
Work with equipment vendors to coordinate training sessions of involved departments and personnel
Participate in/lead various program related meetings, GEAR Program, Continuous Improvement initiatives, KAIZEN and Gemba’s, perform LPA’s, be involved with TPM’s and support J.H.S.C. activities
Work closely with various departments
Complete tasks as assigned by ECN’s, DMN’s, Launch Open Issues, Quality Open Issues, Flawless Launch, etc. providing evidence and acknowledge their closure
Responsible for developing process related documentation, such as setup and changeover instructions, operator instructions, process flow diagrams, safety and lockout, dummy parts, process parameters and assisting in developing PFMEA’s
Responsible for developing/maintaining/investigating process capability with supporting departments, time studies on manual processes and equipment and investigate bottlenecks
Ability to review and revise prepared materials for correctness to minimize errors and ensure clarity
Support and back-up fellow team members as required, become knowledgeable in the packaging cost development process
Hands on approach when dealing with front line supervisors, lead hands and operators
Knowledge of Core Tools in used in the Automotive Industry would be an asset
Responsible for saving, filing and archiving of departmental documentation
Perform other duties as required (i.e. special projects)
Work in compliance and conform to IATF16949 and ISO14001 standards
Requirements
Canadian issued or recognized for equivalency University Degree or College Diploma in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering/Technologist
Mechatronics Minor/experience
P. Eng. or PMP designation
Three to Five years working experience in a related field or discipline
Knowledge and experience with plastics in the area of vibratory welding and injection/comolding Willingness and ability to travel as necessary
Self-motivated, able to make sound judgements and work independently towards successful task completion
Well organized, detail oriented and able to independently plan day-to-day and future work activities
Hands-on job style, being involved and helping fellow Multimatic team members investigate and resolve issues
Ability to read drawings and specifications, understand GD&T, research requirements for clarity and correctness
Shall be responsible for ensuring equipment and processes meet regulatory and corporate Health and Safety, ergonomic and environmental requirements
Good technical report writing abilities, excellent understanding of email writing/audience etiquette
Excellent problem solving techniques and methods, ability to collect and analyze data, document open issues, prepare action plans and follow-up through to completion
Familiar with CAD programs such as SOLIDWORKS and KeyCreator
Good knowledge of production reporting systems in an automotive/manufacturing environment
Ability to manage tasks in fast paced, dynamic, timing critical work environment while being a team player within the department and division
Excellent communication skills, ability to read, write and speak English fluently
Computer literacy and a sound knowledge in MS Office applications and Outlook. Ability to successfully interact with all levels of employees in a multicultural environment.
This job posting is for an existing vacancy. The total cash compensation range for this position is expected to be:
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