About this role
Position Overview:
Engineering Manager to lead a team of technical departments related to in-house plastic injection moulding (including, production engineering, maintenance technicians, and tool and die.).
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Engineering Manager will lead the team by providing industry experience, as well as guidance and leadership towards the achievement of organizational objectives and targets by:
• Coordinating and directing projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing overall project timelines.
• Analyze resources, tools, material, and overall program needs to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Plan, review and manage Expense budgets
• Miscellaneous duties assigned by the leadership team
• Identify and participate in cost reduction, efficiency improvement and reduction of Non-Value-added operation projects through continuous improvement teams and other methods.
Plan and direct the work of the Production Engineering team.
• Direct, review, and approve Capital Expenditure Projects.
• Manage New Model projects throughout the full cycle.
• Reviewing in-house moulding capacity plans and reporting on future bottlenecks.
• Participate in the development of production facility/ equipment, jig and fixture design.
• Facilitate a working relationship with Mould Die Engineering function in North America to ensure Denso Canada’s goals are met.
Plan and direct the work of the Mould Maintenance Technician team.
• Participate in Process Troubleshooting and corrective action - root cause analysis as required.
• Support operational elements of the Mould Tech team
Plan and direct the work of the Tool and Die Department
• Participate in Mould Tool troubleshooting and corrective action - root cause analysis as required.
• Support operational elements of the Tool and Die Department
• Identify Operational improvements within the Tool and Die
Requirements:
• 8+ years of relevant experience within project management and injection molding
• 2+ years in a leadership role with direct reports
• Injection Moulding knowledge and experience in Mould Tool Design
• Experience working in a high volume manufacturing facility
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• Ability to travel domestically and Overseas (international)
Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrated leadership ability
• Strong knowledge of engineering theories, processes and terms
• Analytical skills to define procedures and to independently oversee the application of methods/processes; creatively applies sound judgment in choosing proper course of action in light of a broad range of multiple factors; interprets policies and assists in developing and monitoring goals and measures; ability to motivate and encourage others think creatively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; must be a skillful presenter that can interpret information based on a general knowledge of the organization, its products and procedures, and provide an independent explanation and discussion based on the technical or complex nature of the materials being discussed
• Excellent customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship as a partnership
• Excellent negotiation skills; ability to resolve difficult or complicated situations that are often sensitive in nature; recognizes and applies subtle cues in anticipating customers’ needs and potential next steps; takes strong stand without indicating disrespect and seeks positive outcomes
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer software and in order to perform word processing, data manipulation and file maintenance activities; advanced level of experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Excellent project management skills including the ability to define, prioritize and direct program, project or process objectives, identify customers/stakeholders and their interests, plan steps, and to coordinate and allocate resources in order to accomplish goals and objectives in an effective and timely manner.
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, especially as they apply to manufacturing
• Knowledge of CAD or CAE principles and software
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Kaizen mindset
• Ability to effectively apply the PDCA process
• Advanced level of experience using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Posting Type: Existing Vacancy Work Location: In person
Benefits:
• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Wellness program
Range of Expected Annual Salary inclusive of discretionary annual bonus:$106,000 - $140,000