Manufacturing Engineer - Automotive - CQ Search Group Ltd. (Saint-Laurent) (Orléans)

Manufacturing Engineer – Kitchener

We are a tier one global automotive manufacturer seeking to hire a Manufacturing Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Identify & execute solutions related to process flow within the plant by applying manufacturing engineering principles to improve efficiencies (Pareto, time studies, design experiments, problem‑solving tools, labor balancing).
• Perform new and current program feasibility studies to determine optimal processes, create machine specifications, source safe equipment, and produce safe solutions while working with cross‑functional teams internally and externally.
• Conduct capacity, capability & feasibility studies to determine viability of recent capital equipment purchases and assist with product development.
• Take an active role in APQP, helping to develop process flow by applying Lean Manufacturing principles, PFMEA’s, equipment and tooling specifications.
• Implement corrective actions & mistake‑proofing (poke yoke).
• Assist and implement engineering changes and process changes with cross‑functional teams.
• Develop & maintain BOMs & process routing to ensure accuracy & efficiency.
• Perform layered process audits and standard work audits adhering to the posted schedule.
• Source and requisition tools, materials for process improvement, spare parts, and use as required.
• Create and replace all poke yoke parts.
• Define Part Trial Run (PTR) requirements with cross‑functional teams and complete PTRs through production.
• Adhere to safety protocols and support PSHSR and other safety requirements for equipment/process during new procurement or any changes.
• Complete machine buy‑offs, performing all activities for the buy‑off.
• Update and maintain tooling drawings using SolidWorks.
• Assist the maintenance department with troubleshooting of tooling/processes to fulfill customer demand on time.
• Initiate action to prevent nonconformities related to EMS and ISO14001:2015.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in a high‑volume manufacturer, preferably automotive.
• Post‑secondary education in engineering (mechanical or manufacturing).
• Related engineering designation an asset (industrial or manufacturing).
• Practical knowledge of manufacturing quality management systems.
• Experience with 3D & 2D CAD modeling software to optimize plant & cell layout.
• Process knowledge of APQP & PPAP elements and deliverables for manufacturing.
• Demonstrated progressive knowledge of manufacturing principles, process flow, and improvement opportunities.
• Practical experience with measuring devices & gauge design (Gauge R&R, gauges).
• Familiarity with industry‑accepted problem‑solving & failure analysis methodologies (PFMEA, fishbone, 8D).
• Practical knowledge of ERP systems for completing & updating BOMs.
• Knowledge of GD&T with the ability to transfer to each stage of the process flow.
• Theoretical knowledge of automation (robotics, PLC) for monitoring new & existing automation to ensure efficiency.
• Experience with metal forming and brazing is an asset.
• Demonstrated progressive experience with Lean Manufacturing (value stream mapping, process mapping, work balancing).