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Job Description
Title: Test Engineering Technologist - Process Packaging
Id: 20661
Type: FullTime
Location: Bolton, ON
Husky TechnologiesTM a company with a strong foundation built on innovation, close customer relationships, a strong sense of community and a unique culture and values. We are looking for people with the inspiration and talent to develop with us as we pursue our ambitious growth strategy.
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a wealth of opportunity for personal growth and development. Most importantly, Husky Technologies TM offers an opportunity to work with – and be challenged by – a team of great people. Our success is possible because of the creativity, intelligence and passion of our people around the world and their desire to lead change. At the same time, we are not afraid to expect a lot and strive for leadership in all of our key markets. We are a company taking on new challenges and for the right people this means exceptional career development opportunities, the chance to be part of a team that is the best in the world at what we do and the experience that comes from working in an environment that demands constant transformation and innovation.
Husky TechnologiesTM Canadian manufacturing facilities and global headquarters are located in Bolton, Ontario on a large, beautiful campus located just 20 minutes north of Toronto’s Pearson International Airport. Features include a fitness and wellness center, intramural sports activities, on-site cafeteria, and clean, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with outstanding safety records. We offer a great work environment and competitive total compensation package, including above market retirement savings plan and market competitive group benefits.
Husky TechnologiesTM is an exciting company with tremendous potential. We have a great team and great expectations. If you are attracted to bold goals, believe in uncompromising honesty, support mutual respect, care about environmental responsibility, have a passion for excellence and a desire to make a positive contribution – then we want you to join the Husky TechnologiesTM team!
Test Engineering Technologist
Salary: $38.50- $45
Vanacy: Add
Job Purpose
Plan, Execute, Analyze, Lead.
Our Development Engineering team is a global engineering team focused on developing new products, technologies that will deliver robust repeatable solutions for our customers. We develop these solutions through building on our core products and creating new products to enter new markets.
To accelerate time-to-market with effective solutions that keep our customers in the lead, we leverage a powerful risk prioritized product development process. The Test Engineering Technologist plays a critical role by working within the Innovation and Sustainability Team, helping to bring physical testing results to component and system designs.
This is a great role within Husky and the successful candidate will be able to see many facets of the company gaining a deep understanding of the developmental engineering process. This role can therefore also be a great foundation for future roles.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, Execute, Analyze and Lead on System Level and Part-Quality related testing for new Product Development initiatives by establishing baseline process, cycle time limits, process window limits, and performing systematic process troubleshooting for all part quality and system defects
Support the development testing of new applications/materials (eg. BioResins, rPET, Multilayer PET and Packaging, Medical, etc)
Contribute to development of Process Guidelines and Best Practices and assist with establishing pass/fail criteria for new applications as required
Participate in up front risk identification efforts through FMEA or other
Participate in test plan review and contribute to improve reliability of data
Challenge design performance and robustness, identify issues and opportunities for improvement up to and including system level
Support customer startups/Early Adopters through system buyoff/acceptance and Product Launch Team support.
Critical Capabilities
Initiative/motivation
Flexibility
Attention to detail
Willingness to travel
Communication skills
Subject Matter Expertise (Breadth and Depth of Knowledge) related to Plastic Processing/Part Quality optimization with specific focus on Packaging Applications/Resins
Committed to delivering results
Integrity and Respect
Teamwork
Requirements
EDUCATION
BS in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science background preferred
Experience
Required :
5+ years of experience testing and troubleshooting of complex mechanical systems
5+ years of experience working in project teams, with both external and internal customers
5+ years experience with Plastic Processing/Part quality optimization; Thinwall Packaging process experience considered a pre-requisite, experience with PET Preforms, Closures, Medical applications is beneficial
Desired
Excellent understanding of fluid power and electrical schematic
Experience with data analysis and writing technical reports
Previous hands-on experience operating Husky Injection Molding machines
Knowledge of Instrumentation setup and Data Acquisition for sensors including Pressure Transducers, Flow Meters, Thermocouples, Thermal Cameras, etc.
Qualifications
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated knowledge of Plastics Processing (Thinwall Packaging, PET, Closures, Medical, etc)
Strong Knowledege in electrical , mechanical and fluid power systems
Ability to work independently and to be part of a multidisciplinary team
Ability to balance multiple initiatives with unique schedules and needs
Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
Fundamental system understanding of the injection molding process and plastic resin families, and the auxiliary equipment commonly used
Husky TechnologiesTM offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and respect, value and welcome diversity in our workplace. Husky Technologies TM also values being a great place to work and strives to maintain a safe workplace. Accordingly, Husky TechnologiesTM conditions all offers of employment on satisfactory completion of background checks.
Husky TechnologiesTM is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the member of the Talent Acquisition team in a timely fashion of any disabilities that requires accommodation measures in order to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
No agency or telephone inquiries please.
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Responsibilities
Plan, conduct, analyze, and lead system-level and part-quality testing for new product development, including establishing process baselines and troubleshooting defects. Support testing of new materials and applications, develop process guidelines and pass/fail criteria, and assist with customer startups, system acceptance, and product launches.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in mechanical or chemical engineering, or a polymer science background, is preferred, along with at least five years of experience testing and troubleshooting complex mechanical systems, working on project teams, and optimizing plastic processing and part quality. Thinwall packaging experience is a prerequisite; knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and fluid power systems, injection molding, instrumentation, and data analysis is also sought.
Skills
- Plastic Processing
- Thinwall Packaging
- Part Quality Optimization
- Injection Molding
- System Testing
- Process Troubleshooting
- Failure Mode And Effects Analysis
- Test Planning
- Data Analysis
- Technical Reporting
- Fluid Power Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Instrumentation
- Data Acquisition
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Group Benefits
- Fitness And Wellness Center
- On-Site Cafeteria
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
- Environmental & Sustainability
Keywords
- Development Engineering
- Product Development
- Innovation And Sustainability
- Plastic Processing
- Thinwall Packaging
- PET Preforms
- Closures
- Medical Applications
- BioResins
- Recycled PET
- Multilayer PET
- Injection Molding
- Part Quality Optimization
- Process Guidelines
- Process Window Limits
- Failure Mode And Effects Analysis
- Test Plans
- System Buyoff
- Fluid Power
- Electrical Schematics
- Data Analysis
- Technical Reports
- Instrumentation
- Data Acquisition
- Pressure Transducers
- Flow Meters
- Thermocouples
- Thermal Cameras
- Plastic Resin Families
- Customer Startups