Manufacturing/Process Engineer

Job summary

The Manufacturing/Process Engineer will develop and improve manufacturing processes by researching, designing, and testing equipment and methods. They are also responsible for performing capability studies, maintaining SOPs, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to meet safety, quality, and cost targets.

Job details

Company Profile Dynacast Peterborough is known for its multi-slide technology, standard die casting with integrated automation, and IMA (Injected Metal Assembly) precision zinc manufacturing. IMA offers a unique process where precision tooling is combined with metal alloys and is used to join multiple components into a ready-to-use assembly with a single operation. Dynacast Peterborough is dedicated to designing, building, manufacturing, and delivering quality die cast components. Below are additional details about what is offered at the Peterborough location: 40 multi-slide proprietary zinc die casting machines ranging from 12 to 21 tons Five multi-slide proprietary zinc die casting machines ranging from 70 to 200 tons Injected Metal Assembly (IMA) up to one ton Precision tool building with in-house capabilities Design, prototyping, and modeling services Wide range of finishing surfaces available including tumbling, polishing, shot blasting and thermal de-burring Cosmetic or protective coating equipment either through certified suppliers or in-house Wide range of secondary operations including CNC machining, tapping, reaming, and drilling Position Summary: This position applies technical knowledge and expertise in the development and implementation of new and improved manufacturing processes, procedures and equipment. Key Duties & Responsibilities: Develop/improve manufacturing processes by studying product requirements and then researching, designing, specifying, modifying and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; Perform and document machine/tool capability studies; Ensure that machine settings and programs are adhered to during production as per quoted cycle times and set-up sheets and perform a root cause analysis if they are not; Determine job production data, including production time and material consumption for each manufacturing area to identify, summarize and analyze trends; Initiate or otherwise support plant-wide continuous improvement initiatives; Assist with manufacturing efficiency improvement by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements and equipment layout; Provide support to engineering department on feasibility and prepare quotes for new and existing programs, when required; Conduct studies and implement programs to determine optimum utilization of materials, machinery and resources; Document and diagram processes and update/maintain SOP's. Perform time studies, if required; Achieve facility targets and standards in safety, quality, delivery and cost; Continuous improvement of process capability, process control and tooling performance; Recommend development and improvement opportunities for manufacturing equipment and processes; Investigate new and emerging technologies to improve quality and efficiency. Education & Experience Required: Degree or Diploma in Manufacturing, Industrial or Mechanical Engineering; Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment; Previous die cast/injection molding machine experience preferred. Skills & Knowledge Required: Advanced level mechanical aptitude skills; Able to work in a high-pressure, deadline-oriented environment, demonstrating excellent organizational and time-management skills; Knowledgeable in APQP and PFMEA documentation and processes; Able to read mechanical drawings; Intermediate to advanced level computer skills, specifically Microsoft Office programs. Project Management software experience considered an asset. Dynacast Ltd. is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should any applicant require accommodation through the recruitment and selection process, please inform Human Resources in your application. We thank all applicants for their interest in the role, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Type: Full-time Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday (40 hours per week)

What you’ll do

The Manufacturing/Process Engineer will develop and improve manufacturing processes by researching, designing, and testing equipment and methods. They are also responsible for performing capability studies, maintaining SOPs, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives to meet safety, quality, and cost targets.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a degree or diploma in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering with at least three years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment. Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and knowledge of APQP and PFMEA documentation processes are required.

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Quality Control · Preferred
• Root Cause Analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Process Improvement · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Manufacturing processes
• Mechanical aptitude
• Die casting
• Injection molding
• APQP
• PFMEA
• Root cause analysis
• Time studies
• Process improvement
• CNC machining
• Technical documentation
• Project management
• Microsoft Office
• Workflow planning
• Equipment layout
• Quality control
• CNC Machining
• Machine Tools
• Product Requirements
• Workflow Management
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Emerging Technologies
• Process Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Mechanical Drawings
• Planning
• Abrasive Blasting
• Advanced Product Quality Planning
• Automation
• Polishing
• Computer Numerical Control (CNC)
• Metal Coating
• Computer Literacy
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Drilling
• Die Casting
• Injection Molding Machines
• Mechanical Engineering
• Machinery
• Project Management Software
• Manufacturing Processes
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Operational Databases
• Operations
• Process Capability
• Process Control
• Prototyping
• Reamer
• Tapping
• Time Management
• Tooling

Job areas

• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Process Engineer
• Industrial and Production Engineers
• Manufacturing Engineers
• Industrial Engineers