Engineering Analyst (Automotive Manufacturing)

at  Protech Business Solutions

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Protech Business Solutions Inc. specializes in providing specialized personnel to industries like automotive, mass transit, aerospace, defense, and manufacturing. We offer highly qualified professionals to oversee projects from design to completion.
We’re looking for a Vehicle Assembly Engineering Analyst for our client who is one of the world leaders in automotive manufacturing. The job will handle multiple, small to large scale projects within the three manufacturing plants of this multinational and award winning company. They are recognized year after year on the global stage for manufacturing quality by their customers, they are also recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
Department: Vehicle Assembly Group
Job location: Cambridge, Ontario and occasional domestic and international travel
Job Type: Long-term Contract

POSITION SUMMARY

• Drive continuous improvement of manufacturing activities through detailed analytical reviews, process automation and fixture/tooling design
• Lead kaizen projects with emphasis on cost reduction, cycle time reduction, material flow, quality improvements and efficient manufacturing processes
• Lead capital investment projects and manage all aspects of execution (i.e. budget, schedule, install, commissioning and buy-off)
• Manage process improvement projects, support the Quality department and lead the implementation of changes to improve all manufacturing processes
• Monitor process and equipment performance to identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Strategize goals and targets to meet department objectives. Prepare and present to senior management in department reviews.
• Further develop our lean production process to optimize throughput
• Technical lead for cross functional teams to troubleshoot process/quality/equipment related issues and to help render all processes more efficient
• Lead product and process failure investigations to prevent defect flow-out
• Evaluate process equipment and tooling requirements, define specifications, lead procurement, and successful integration into plant floor operations
• Coordinate external skilled trades/supplier activities
• Investigate and address issues to ensure safety & ergonomic concerns are resolved in a timely manner

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Engineering Degree (P. Eng eligible)
• Minimum 2 - 5 years’ experience (will consider co-op experience) in assembly plant manufacturing (automotive preferred) with high emphasis on process design, setup improvements or Kaizen (industrial engineering type applications)
• Understanding of equipment design and function (Mechanics, Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Control Systems)
• Strong problem-solving skills related to quality and productivity KPIs in assembly (automotive preferred)
• Experience using statistical and analytical methods such as SPC and DOE for process optimization and quality improvements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Multi-disciplinary experience in process or equipment engineering concerns
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and significantly complex projects and assignments with high level of autonomy and accountability for results
• Leadership skills with proven track record to drive and implement changes
• Self-driven and takes ownership of responsibilities
• Understanding of current and applicable manufacturing standards and practices (Machine Guarding, OHSA, Pre-Start Health & Safety Review (PSR), Electrical Code)
• Advanced MS Office Excel skills
• Day Shift, with afternoon shift and overtime support as required
• Periodic domestic and international travel as required
  Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
  Contract length: 12 months
  Pay: From $35.00 per hour
  Expected hours: 40 per week

Additional pay:

• Overtime pay

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Flexible language requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Engineering Analyst: 2 years (required)
• automotive manufacturing: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details