Manufacturing Engineering Technician L2

Responsible for the design and implementation of efficient, cost effective transformer construction processes. Ensure methods are compliant with relevant regulatory bodies such as - UL, CSA, CE, ISO;
as well as local/ federal MOL and waste/hazardous programs, etc.
Manage manufacturing process capabilities to ensure availability to meet sales demand and forecast requirements.
Key Activities:
Review component design concepts for ease of manufacturing, and collaborate with Engineering, Quality Assurance and Supply Chain to minimize total product cost.
Initiate improvements to design practices, materials, and processes.
Determine the suitability of existing processes and equipment for proposed designs.
Ensure equipment and processes are in place for special projects / COD.
Improve manufacturing efficiency by reducing non-value added activities.
Evaluate design methodologies and initiate improvements to reduce labour, material cost, and lead time.
Monitor internal / external quality trends and implement corrective actions as required.
Review labour standards and ensure they evolve with product design.
Initiate and manage capital expenditure projects, including PAR generation. Conduct risk assessments and coordinate formal reviews in accordance with local regulations (ie. PHSR or equivalent).
Resolve manufacturing issues in a timely and effective manner. Ensure manufacturing adherence to standard practices, and create or modify procedures where required.
Record and maintain all process instructions (SPI and SWI), and coordinate revisions to design documentation based on manufacturing results and trends. Involvement in core competency development, implementation and review.
Review production trends (including MOS, DPMO, COQ) and implement process improvements as required.
Provide process training where required.
Improve and standardize existing processes through innovation and collaboration with other manufacturing locations.
Demonstrate leadership in the development and implementation of lean initiatives.
Promote 5S throughout the organization.
Skills, Abilities & Equipment Operated:
Strong problem solving and decision making abilities.
Ability to lead a cross-functional team and promote teamwork.
Good communication and presentation skills.
Ability to be "hands on" to demonstrate processes using tools and large equipment.
Work with little supervision, highly motivated.
Previous Experience Required
Experience with AutoCAD and Solid Works would be an asset.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office and ERP software.
Background in magnetic or transformer construction would be an asset.
Basic understanding of electronic and electrical circuitry, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding processes.
Demonstrated ability to excel in Key Activity areas of Manufacturing Engineering Technologist - Level 1.
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