Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering Liaison - Weld
About the role
Description
Manufacturing Engineering Liaison – Weld
Key Job Elements
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Provide weld & fabrication support to shop floor colleagues and supervisors to ensure efficient production processes
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Participate in Start of Shift meetings to provide updates on changes in work instruction or introduction of new work instructions; provide reminders on break in points for new material
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Disposition discrepant material and coordinate Material Review Board processes along with Deviations
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Develop and report on audits, material reviews, deviations, material purges, weld rework packages and Interim Repair Authorizations
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Provide Technical Document Control (TDC) support for both hard copy and electronic work instructions, as required
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Support DMC process centers
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Facilitate timely problem resolution of all Manufacturing/PA issues
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Collect data to support Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action performed by Manufacturing Engineering Development and Integration Leads
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Support the production teams in the development and implementation of continuous improvement
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Support initial start-up production processes (MVB/PLP/FPI)
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Monitor process effectiveness and record issues in Maximo tooling database
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Support Production Readiness build process on complex builds to resolve potential issues prior to production schedule start
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Support Multi Shift Production operations
Required Qualifications
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University Degree or College diploma in Weld/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering; or Skilled Trades License with 3+ years equivalent experience
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Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Manufacturing Engineering Technologist for a heavy equipment manufacturer
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Goal-oriented with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast paced environment
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Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Restrictions for confined space
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Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with welding processes, procedures and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T)
- Working knowledge of Team Center, Oracle and Maximo
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working with shop floor employees in a unionized environment
About General Dynamics Land Systems
Innovation is in Our DNA
General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles around the world. Our primary focus is partnering with those who protect our freedom to ensure their readiness for tomorrow.
We have a strong foundation of delivering innovative engineering and production capabilities to our clients across the spectrum of military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous improvements in process and productivity to provide our clients with solutions while reducing costs and delivering urgent requirements.
The Abrams Main Battle Tank, the Stryker and LAV family of vehicles, specialty wheeled vehicles and the AJAX armoured fighting vehicles allow our customers to defend freedom around the world.
For more information about General Dynamics Land Systems, visit www.gdls.com.
Specialist, Manufacturing Engineering Liaison - Weld
About the role
Description
Manufacturing Engineering Liaison – Weld
Key Job Elements
-
Provide weld & fabrication support to shop floor colleagues and supervisors to ensure efficient production processes
-
Participate in Start of Shift meetings to provide updates on changes in work instruction or introduction of new work instructions; provide reminders on break in points for new material
-
Disposition discrepant material and coordinate Material Review Board processes along with Deviations
-
Develop and report on audits, material reviews, deviations, material purges, weld rework packages and Interim Repair Authorizations
-
Provide Technical Document Control (TDC) support for both hard copy and electronic work instructions, as required
-
Support DMC process centers
-
Facilitate timely problem resolution of all Manufacturing/PA issues
-
Collect data to support Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action performed by Manufacturing Engineering Development and Integration Leads
-
Support the production teams in the development and implementation of continuous improvement
-
Support initial start-up production processes (MVB/PLP/FPI)
-
Monitor process effectiveness and record issues in Maximo tooling database
-
Support Production Readiness build process on complex builds to resolve potential issues prior to production schedule start
-
Support Multi Shift Production operations
Required Qualifications
-
University Degree or College diploma in Weld/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering; or Skilled Trades License with 3+ years equivalent experience
-
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Manufacturing Engineering Technologist for a heavy equipment manufacturer
-
Goal-oriented with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions in a fast paced environment
-
Must be able to meet Anthropometrical Size Restrictions for confined space
-
Ability to travel (5% Cdn) and (5% Int'l) and possess/be able to acquire and maintain a valid passport
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with welding processes, procedures and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances (GD&T)
- Working knowledge of Team Center, Oracle and Maximo
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working with shop floor employees in a unionized environment
About General Dynamics Land Systems
Innovation is in Our DNA
General Dynamics Land Systems is a global leader in the design, development, production, support and enhancement of tracked and wheeled military vehicles around the world. Our primary focus is partnering with those who protect our freedom to ensure their readiness for tomorrow.
We have a strong foundation of delivering innovative engineering and production capabilities to our clients across the spectrum of military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous improvements in process and productivity to provide our clients with solutions while reducing costs and delivering urgent requirements.
The Abrams Main Battle Tank, the Stryker and LAV family of vehicles, specialty wheeled vehicles and the AJAX armoured fighting vehicles allow our customers to defend freedom around the world.
For more information about General Dynamics Land Systems, visit www.gdls.com.