EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• University degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position within a manufacturing environment.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, product and process design.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial equipment, including robotics, CNC machines, and other mechanical systems.
• Strong mechanical engineering background with a deep understanding of mechanical systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, 3D Software and ERP / MRP.
• Technical expertise in software like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and data analysis tools.
• Programming skills (VBA, Python, C#) an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Capacity to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting schematics and technical drawings.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Attention to detail, prioritization and ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of process optimization techniques and methodologies
• Bilingualism essential (spoken and written French and English) as the incumbent will be required to interact on a daily basis with international colleagues, customers and partners who do not speak French;

• Analyze existing processes and systems and identify areas for improvement.
• Design and optimize production layouts, manufacturing systems, production processes to boost output and reduce waste, and workflows.
• Implementing process changes, new technologies, automation, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process inefficiencies.
• Support the production department daily.
• Improve, standardize and update working methods.
• Conduct studies to determine the workload of personnel and plant equipment, if necessary, reorganize job tasks to maximize production efficiency.
• Lead, manage, participate in continuous improvement activities and projects and oversee their implementation.
• Play an active role in the continuous improvement projects (PVA, 5S, Kanban, Kaizen) and implement found solutions.
• Conduct technical studies (workflow analysis, time and motion study, value chain, production line balancing, management plan, etc.) to maximize production efficiency.
• Participate in production feasibility studies (identify sources of differences in costs).
• Offer technical support to the production department, define tooling requirements and storage.
• Support new product implementation.
• Create and implement equipment and work cell layouts and installations.
• Perform other duties as required.