Manager Packaging Engineering

Packaging, a proud member of the ProMach family, we don't just build machines—we build the future of packaging innovation. As the Director of Engineering, you will provide strategic leadership and operational direction to a multi-disciplinary engineering team responsible for developing and supporting our product lines. Reporting directly to the Vice President / General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in aligning engineering strategies with business objectives, fostering a lean and innovative culture, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration to drive performance and continuous improvement.

Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute strategic engineering plans that support company growth, efficiency, and innovation.

Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to engineering managers across product lines, ensuring clear communication and alignment of departmental objectives. Build organizational capabilities through skills gap assessments, coaching, and professional development programs.

Champion Lean principles across engineering functions to promote a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams (Product Management, Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, Service) to ensure engineering output aligns with business needs.

Project Oversight: Oversee project execution—including planning, resource management, timelines, and deliverables—ensuring on-time and within-budget completion.

Drive innovation, cost optimization, and design improvements without compromising product performance, quality, or safety.

Compliance: Maintain compliance with regulatory and internal standards, ensuring engineering practices meet industry and corporate benchmarks.

Experience: 10+ years in progressive engineering roles, including at least 5 years leading cross‑functional engineering teams and managing complex technical projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related); MBA is a plus.

Strong strategic thinking, solid analytical skills and decision-making capabilities.

Lean Expertise: Deep understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Project Management: Skilled in managing complex, multi-product line projects with competing priorities.

Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of industry regulations, safety standards, and engineering best practices.

Experience in matrixed or multi-line product organizations is considered an asset.

Total compensation includes your salary, a comprehensive medical/dental program, as well as a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match (starting day one!). The base salary for this role is $140,000 - $180,000 CAD

5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.

You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

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