ABC Technologies (Canada Region)
Location
Brampton, ON | Canada
Job description
ABC Technologies is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of custom, highly engineered, technical plastics, and light-weight innovations to the North American light vehicle industry. Serving more than 25 major original equipment manufacturer customers in 7 countries, the Company is Molding The Future and is strategically placed to offer vertically integrated product and process solutions through a skilled workforce of over 11,000 team members. Additional information about the Company can be found at .
Job Summary:
Manufacturing engineers play a crucial role in automotive parts manufacturing companies by designing, optimizing , and improving manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production of high-quality automotive components.
Overall, manufacturing engineers play a vital role in the success of automotive parts manufacturing companies by optimizing manufacturing processes, enhancing product quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer requirements and industry standards.
Job Responsibilities:
Your supervisor may from time to time ask you to perform other related duties not specifically included in this job description. This job's key responsibilities include:
- Process Design and Development : Design and develop manufacturing processes to produce automotive parts . Collaborate with design engineers and product development teams to ensure that manufacturing processes are compatible with product design specifications. Conduct feasibility studies, process simulations, and cost analyses to evaluate the viability of manufacturing processes and identify areas for improvement.
- Production Planning and Optimization : Plan and optimize production workflows, layouts, and schedules to maximize efficiency, minimize lead times, and meet production targets. Identify and implement process improvements, lean manufacturing techniques, and automation solutions to streamline production processes and reduce waste. Utilize tools such as value stream mapping, process flow analysis, and time studies to identify bottlenecks and optimize production throughput.
- Equipment Selection and Integration : Evaluate and select manufacturing equipment, machinery, and tooling required for automotive parts production. Oversee the installation, commissioning, and integration of new equipment into existing production lines. Develop equipment specifications, design custom fixtures, and tooling solutions to optimize manufacturing processes and improve productivity.
- Quality Assurance and Control: Develop and implement quality control measures, inspection procedures, and testing protocols to ensure the quality and reliability of automotive parts. Establish quality standards, specifications, and acceptance criteria for manufacturing processes and products. Work closely with quality assurance teams to monitor process performance, analyze defects, and implement corrective actions to address quality issues.
- Supplier Management and Collaboration: Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to source materials, components, and equipment required for automotive parts manufacturing. Evaluate supplier capabilities, performance, and quality control processes to ensure compliance with manufacturing standards and requirements.
- Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Lead continuous improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing manufacturing processes, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality. Conduct root cause analysis, process audits, and performance reviews to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions. Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in automotive manufacturing to drive innovation and maintain competitiveness.
- Documentation and Reporting : Maintain accurate documentation of manufacturing processes, equipment specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions. Generate reports, performance metrics, and data analyses to track key performance indicators (KPIs), monitor process efficiency, and communicate findings to stakeholders.
- Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards applicable to automotive parts manufacturing. Implement safety protocols, risk assessments, and preventive measures to mitigate workplace hazards and ensure a safe working environment for employees.
Job Qualifications:
- Education: A bachelor's degree in engineering is typically required for entry-level positions. Common engineering disciplines for manufacturing engineers include Mechanical Engineering , Industrial Engineering , Manufacturing Engineering , Electrical Engineering (for specific roles involving automation or electronics) .
- Skills & Experience:
- Work Experience : R e levant work experience in manufacturing or engineering roles with specific focus on areas such as production, quality control, process improvement, or project management can be valuable for manufacturing engineering positions.
- Technical Skills: Employers typically look for candidates with strong technical skills related to manufacturing processes, production systems, CAD/CAM software, quality control methods, and data analysis tools. Familiarity with industry-specific standards and regulations, such as ISO/TS 16949 for automotive quality management, is also beneficial.
- Soft Skills : S trong communication , problem-solving, teamwork, and project management skills. Manufacturing engineers often collaborate with cross-functional teams, interact with stakeholders, and lead projects to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
Behavioural Expectations:
- Safety-First - A safety-first mindset is a proactive approach to safety, where all employees keep an eye out for safety issues and avoid potentially dangerous situation which could likely cause danger, risk, or injury. This also means that everyone has responsibility for safety regardless of role, level, title, or job.
- Continuous Improvements - Suggest every employee, everywhere is always looking for ways we can improve and standardize our work even when everything is going well. By doing so, it will drive consistent progress toward improved business performance and will tap into people's desire to be the best at what they do.
- Compliance - Employee compliance is achieved when workers are familiar with all the laws that govern their industry or job and know how to conduct business in an ethical manner. It often requires procedural training and encouragement to learn from mistakes.
- Driving Results - Everyone knows their role and is accountable for driving their work to achieve a common goal.
- ONE Team - being part of a group that shares strong relationships, trust, respect, and a common vision for what "good" looks like. One team means supporting and relying on one another to achieve to drive the overall business priorities and meet our customer commitments.
Working Conditions:
- Manufacturing Environment: Manufacturing engineers typically work in manufacturing facilities where automotive parts are produced. These environments can be noisy, bustling, and sometimes dusty or oily due to the presence of machinery and equipment.
- Office and Shop Floor: Manufacturing engineers may split their time between office-based tasks, such as planning, design, and analysis, and shop floor activities, where they oversee production processes, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements directly.
- Shift Work: Some automotive parts manufacturing companies operate on multiple shifts to maximize production output. Manufacturing engineers may be required to work evening, night, or weekend shifts to support continuous manufacturing operations or address urgent production issues.
- Physical Demands: While much of the work may be office-based, manufacturing engineers may occasionally need to visit the shop floor to observe processes, troubleshoot equipment, or collaborate with production personnel. This may involve walking, standing, and occasionally lifting or moving equipment or parts.
- Tolerance to Temperature and Noise: Automotive manufacturing environments can be noisy, and temperature conditions may vary. Technicians should be able to work in these conditions comfortably and safely.
- Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Technicians must be willing to use and comply with the use of PPE, such as safety glasses, ear protection, gloves, and other safety gear, as required by the manufacturing environment.
Environmental, Health and Safety Expectations:
Employee Responsibilities:
- Work in compliance with ABC Standards, EHS Policies, Local, Regional and Federal acts, bylaws, and regulations.
- Report any spills or leaks immediately.
- Use personal protective equipment and clothing as required.
- All Employees shall follow Site Workplace Safety Guidelines.
- No Employee shall remove or make ineffective any protective device and must report missing or damaged protective devices.
- No Employee shall use or operate any equipment, machine, or device in a manner that may endanger themself or another worker, including the operation of equipment, machine, or device without proper training or certifications where required.
- No Employee shall engage in horseplay or unsafe acts.
- Employees must immediately report any hazard(s), unsafe act/condition, near miss or incident regardless of severity to their Group Leader.
- All Employees must maintain a drug and alcohol-free workplace in compliance with the substance abuse policy.
Security and Housekeeping:
- Ensure visitors and contractors follow the Contractor Management Policies / Site-specific Procedures.
- All Employees must use the designated employee entrance and exit doors. Under no circumstances can employees prop or cause to remain open any entrance or exit door that could permit entry to the facility for unauthorized individuals.
- All employees shall ensure the building is always clean and a safe workplace.
- No food or drink is permitted in the warehouse or production area, unless in a spill proof container. All other food and drink items must remain in the designated break areas.
Why ABC?
In addition to a workplace that emphasizes respect, teamwork and personal and professional growth, ABC Technologies offers a broad range of health, wellness and financial benefits that promote the physical, mental and financial wellbeing of our employees and help them bring their best self to work, including:
- Competitive compensation package
- Competitive PTO Package
- Employee Group Benefits
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (TELUS Health)
- RRSP/DPSP Company Match
- Educational Assistance Program
- Perkopolis Program
- Vehicle Purchase Discounts
- Social events throughout the year
- Internal job opportunities
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