For over 50 years, Polycast has been a leader in the design, manufacture, and development of epoxy cast products for the electrical power industry. We stand for engineering excellence, ingenuity, accountability, and are committed to making the best possible products for our customers. We offer a fun and dynamic workplace with a competitive benefits plan and opportunities for growth.
Position Summary: Full-time position, providing hands on technical support to operations to ensure the quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement of our current manufacturing processes; assisting with launch of new or revised products/materials; working collaboratively with a cross-functional team to develop and implement innovative solutions.
Major Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
· Optimize current state of manufacturing processes to enhance overall production performance.
· Facilitate the implementation of improvements in support of high-quality, cost-effective products.
· Prepare and maintain detailed production procedures, work instructions, and visual aids.
· Work with cross functional teams on matters concerning product quality, tooling, inspection, scheduling, corrective actions, and continuous improvements.
· Investigate and disposition non-conformances, liaison between production, quality, and engineering for resolution of technical matters.
· Work closely with the quality assurance team to develop and implement quality control procedures.
· Identify tools and equipment to increase efficiency and capacity, working with process engineering to specify, order, implement, performance test, and train.
· Analyze current processes, workflow, and performance trends to determine areas for improvement, drive standardization, and create performance indicators.
· Conduct time and motion studies, as well as capacity analysis to identify bottlenecks.
· Implement and facilitate LEAN manufacturing initiatives.
· Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications:
· Graduate of an accredited Engineering or Technology program in Industrial, Manufacturing, Materials, Mechanical, or equivalent. Valid professional registration with EGM or CTTAM.
· Minimum 3 years of related work experience in a manufacturing environment.
· Motivated self-starter with high level of initiative, results driven, and sound judgement.
· Strong quantitative, analytical, and root cause analysis problem-solving skills.
· Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with proven ability to foster healthy working relationships across multiple departments.
· Knowledge of basic electrical, electronic and controls concepts with an aptitude for hands on work.
· Ability to apply and teach Lean or Six Sigma principles.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP systems.
· Experience with Solid Works and/or AutoCAD or similar 3D CAD software.
· Strong time management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
· Production Planning experience is considered an asset.
Work Conditions:
· On-site day shift with overtime as required.
· Maintain standing and/or sitting positions for extended periods of time.
· Use of PPE, including safety glasses and steel toe boots.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
