Axiom Group Inc Hiring for Advanced Manufacturing / Process Engineer (Plastics/Automotive) at Aurora, ON Full Time

Where does the Advanced Manufacturing Engineer / Process Engineer fit in?

The Advanced Manufacturing / Process Engineer will be responsible for managing, evaluating and improving existing manufacturing processes in the plant. The core function will be to support CI (Continuous Improvement) initiatives and take a proactive approach for process improvements to existing programs in collaboration with the Quality and Automation team, interacting with shop floor personnel, engineering and manufacturing groups to help implement lean plans.

Advanced Manufacturing / Process Engineer may be called upon to assist with new project planning, quoting, execution, and documentation as required.

What you can expect as our next Advanced Manufacturing / Process Engineer:

Continuously improve processes utilizing synchronous and lean manufacturing techniques to improve labor efficiencies and quality.

Evaluate and assist with the procurement of equipment for automated production. Work with internal and external teams to qualify equipment, train personnel, and develop operating and maintenance procedures

Review layouts for existing and new products and makes recommendations for process flow, product assembly, and equipment.

Assist in investigating customer and internal quality issues and implement robust corrective and preventive action plans to improve our products and processes.

Assist in launching new programs by developing process flows, work cell layouts, component flows, estimating cycle times and labor requirements, line balancing, and tracking builds prior to SOP

Assist in communicating and training all Quality Department Team Members, Team Leaders, and team members on initiated process changes.

Review ergonomics for building and inspecting procedures

Engages in lean manufacturing initiatives to improve safety, material flow, cycle times, productivity and capacity.

Seeking out, investigating, trialing, and evaluating new plastics equipment technologies. Focusing on non-standard solutions and equipment that has not been used in production environments to deliver innovative solutions to enable product programs

Developing and executing production process validation criteria using standardized metrics (cycle time, OEE, MTBF, etc.)

Develop, prepare, and maintain documentation requirements per the IATF 16949 quality system i.e., process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, error and mistake proofing plans, work station layouts, production set-up guidelines, set-up sheets, manufacturing instructions, operator instructions (ODS), and operational standards binders etc.

Support the members of the APQP / PSO / Engineering Change team

Implement, maintain and improve manufacturing/assembly tools and fixtures from initialization to completion

Collaborate with internal teams to identify internal capacity and source external suppliers as needed based on project requirements

Manages work load priorities and communicates time and cost status and changes to management, as needed

Work with internal stakeholders, maintenance team (to maintain assembly cells) and Automation team to execute projects

Train Operators and other personnel on processes and documents developed

Troubleshoot manufacturing issues with Production team, continually Improving process efficiencies and cycle times as required

Support in performing run at rates/line speed demonstration and first-time capability (FTC)

Assist and support in developing RFQ packages for automation / plant engineering / tooling in a timely basis

Getting involved in PFMEA/ RPN reduction review, provide solutions & recommendations to minimize the risk on existing/new failure modes

Support and assist in Internal Quality Audits per requirements of the IATF 16949 Quality Committee

Ensures compliance to IATF-16949 systems and procedures

Additional duties as required

Do you have what it takes to be our next Advanced Manufacturing / Process Engineer:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent

Minimum 5+ years’ experience within Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Experience in Automotive Manufacturing Industry is required!

Experience in plastic injection industry is required!

Familiarity with robotic controls and programming is preferred

Familiarity with Keyence vision system, Bowl feeders, FANUC, Pick & place, Gantry 3 axis robots, poke yoke assembly fixtures

Strong foundation of problem-solving skills, statistical process control, design of experiments and simulation techniques

Understanding of Design for Assembly (DFM), facility design principles, and lean manufacturing techniques

Ability to apply engineering and ergonomic fundamental principles to identify and drive non-standard solutions to solve manufacturing constraints

Ability to work in rapidly changing environment with minimal guidance

Use of engineering principles to drive mechanistic understanding and root cause identifications

Ability to work well in a team environment

Ability to work well under pressure and meeting tight deadlines

Ability to understand and apply Lean, analytical, and statistical tools

Mechanically inclined and good aptitude, highly focused and driven to learn

Must have proficient computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, AutoCAD)

Can handle multiple tasks and issues at the same time and prioritize in fast paced environment

Strong attention to detail and pride in quality work

Strong social and communication skills – effective at interacting and communicating across varying payroll levels.

Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and good manufacturing practices

Perks?!

To name a few, we offer an amazing work environment/culture, ability to participate in multiple fun-filled company events and so much more! Don’t forget to ask us about our competitive total compensation package!

We, at Axiom are an equal opportunity employer. We are always looking for talented individuals who are motivated to meet and exceed their goals. We are proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish, and searching for new and talented additions to our team has always remained a priority.

Axiom is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs in all stages of the hiring process.