Job Title: Process Engineer
Job ID: 90267
Location: Concord, Ontario
What you will be doing:
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improved productivity, quality, throughput, and cost reduction.
- Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives across multiple facilities.
- Develop and maintain standardized work instructions, process documentation, and best practices.
- Conduct process audits and workflow assessments to eliminate waste and improve operational performance.
- Utilize data analysis and statistical tools to identify trends and solve complex manufacturing challenges.
- Support the development and implementation of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor process performance.
Manufacturing Support
- Provide day-to-day engineering support to production teams.
- Investigate process failures, bottlenecks, quality concerns, and production inefficiencies.
- Develop corrective and preventive actions to improve overall process reliability.
- Collaborate with supervisors and operators to improve manufacturing methods and equipment utilization.
- Evaluate and optimize material flow, plant layouts, and workstation ergonomics.
Project Management
- Lead or participate in capital improvement projects and equipment installation initiatives.
- Develop project scopes, cost estimates, timelines, and implementation plans.
- Coordinate with equipment suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Support automation and technology advancement initiatives.
Quality Improvement
- Partner with Quality teams to identify root causes of defects and drive improvements.
- Utilize root cause analysis methodologies such as:
- 5 Why Analysis
- Fishbone Diagrams
- Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Support the implementation of process controls that ensure consistent product quality and customer satisfaction.
Health and Safety
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure engineering solutions prioritize employee safety.
- Conduct risk assessments for new processes, equipment, and facility modifications.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and company policies.
What you must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Chemical or related engineering discipline
- 2-4 years of manufacturing engineering or process engineering experience.
- Experience supporting high-volume manufacturing operations.
- Experience working in a multi-site manufacturing environment is considered an asset.
- Experience in glazing, architectural glass, window manufacturing, door manufacturing, building products, or related industries is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in using continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Process Mapping and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Ability to influence change across multiple departments and facilities
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Results-oriented mindset
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Collaborative leadership style
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
Salary/Rate Range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00
