Manufacturing Engineering

Position:                  MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING 

Shifts Available:     Day Shift – 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (5 x 8-hour shifts, Monday to Friday)

Location:                 Owen Sound, ON

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineering to join our team at our Owen Sound, ON manufacturing facility.  We are seeking an ambitious and progressive candidate to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.  This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing team that manufactures heavy duty mobile mining vehicles for our customers worldwide.

About the Position: The Manufacturing Engineering role is to be the liaison between Engineering and the Manufacturing teams with a focus on improving manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce costs as well as develop strategies for improving quality and reducing defects. The position will require proficient, correct, timely and safe execution of the following daily work tasks:

• Self-Starter capable of providing leadership, mentoring and guidance to MPE Team members. Assign tasks and duties to MPE Team members on behalf of the MPE Manager.
• Using SolidWorks, add manufacturing details to existing drawings, and to new designs, to outline the optimal manufacturing process for welding, machining, electrical / mechanical assembly, and paint
• Jig, fixture, part and process design using SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and coordinating release into production with ECN
• Liaise with various internal and external groups to handle exceptions and constructively communicate resolution
• Identify and define incident-based & systematic problems, and implement temporary corrective actions & containment
• Assess manufacturability & manufacturing structure for new products, existing products, insourcing and outsourcing
• Able to create and interpret complex / multi-discipline blueprints
• Communicate constructively, effectively and enthusiastically with all levels within the organization. Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Estimate timelines pertaining to manufacturing, rework, design, and other related activity
• Strictly follow safety requirements, including but not limited to wearing PPE, assessing hazards, & ensuring best practices are being followed
• Display strong written & verbal communication skills, particularly in the area of technical writing
• Respond to problems / exceptions and initiate NCR, interim actions, and containment.
• Coordinate containment in multiple facilities and branches as required
• Assess urgency and severity of issues and implement measurable and sustainable corrective actions. Complete detailed root cause analysis to identify areas where corrective actions and OFI’s can be implemented.
• Evaluate and communicate with Production group(s) & department Managers and work constructively to investigate root cause and determine corrective actions to implement effective change and error proofing to reduce risk of Operator Errors.
• Manage large projects pertaining to Product, Process, Capital Equipment, Systems, and other categories as assigned
• Update drawing details in SolidWorks & AutoCAD to provide clarity or specification, not including structural or functional details
• Create & implement concise SOP and detailed Work Instructions within all departments as required concisely and audit for conformance
• Participate in Vendor auditing and re-sourcing as required. Effectively identify Root Cause and audit effectiveness of corrective actions. Attend vendor facilities as required to resolve issues
• Develop & Implement Quality Assurance programs within all processes to improve product quality and process quality performance.
• Audit SOP conformance at all levels of the organization and implement revisions as necessary
• Participate in / assist with CWB audits, including scheduling and reporting
• Assist in development and implementation of a fully integrated MQS.
• Independently & confidently assess manufacturability & apply routing structure and standard times accurately and independently within the PDM. Statistically analyze / adjust standard times as required & identify improvement opportunities for efficiency or consistency
• Perform ECN revisions & process within PDM for approval & provide peer detail review prior to approval. Provide ECN approval as requested by Team Leader
• Provide accurate Contract Manufacturing estimation & quotation & manage quoted product from initiation to completion & maintain accountability for quoted vs. actual result
• Identify improvement opportunities, present ROI to all levels of management, manage implementation, and measure results for significant cost reduction, quality / safety improvement, efficiency improvement, or other improvement categories as applicable
• Communicate ‘Operator Error’ to Operator group(s) without confrontation and work constructively to accomplish correction and change culture as applicable
• Create & implement drawing standards within MPE and consult with other peer groups to implement same
• Assist Product Management group with Customer factory inspection visits.
• Effectively communicate updates, issues and OFI’s with other MPE Teams in other Facilities
• Capable of leading and implementing Lean/Agile Manufacturing practices.
• Participate and integrate in new product launch teams.
• Assist with plant layouts and material flow to ensure efficiency.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Company

About You: The successful candidate has a positive attitude, is open minded, willing to learn and is flexible along with the following qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma or Certificate of Completion
• Trade Certification in any recognized discipline would be an asset
• Training / certification in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MS Excel, MS Project is an asset
• Training / certification in Drawing / drafting Techniques, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Process Flow definition, Project Management, Planning & Scheduling, Manufacturing Estimating is an asset
• Five (5) + years’ Experience using SolidWorks or AutoCAD

• Five (5) + years Hands on experience and exposure in a conventional Heavy Equipment Manufacturing environment
• Or Eight (8)+ years’ Experience working in any Manufacturing or Industrial setting
• Trade experience in any Mechanical or Electrical discipline would be an asset

• Experience in ISO 9001 & CWB 47.1 background

About Us: MacLean Engineering has been a leading innovator of underground mining equipment solutions for almost 50 years. As we continue to expand our product range and geographic footprint, we remain privately owned and consistently focused on the Company founder’s original engineered design imperatives – safety, productivity and enduring quality. MacLean Engineering has three manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, and our newest facility in Barrie. Our workforce is comprised of various skilled trades working together in a safety and quality-oriented environment to produce components and equipment to the underground mining industry, as well as the municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors.

We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• 3 weeks’ vacation annually
• Paid sick and family emergency time.
• Paid overtime after 40 hours worked.
• Flexible Group benefits Package (Once probationary period is completed)
• Voluntary DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan) and GRRSP (Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan) (Once probationary period is completed)
• Annual Employee Bonus
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• $250.00 Annual Safety Shoe allowance
• $200 bi-annual prescription safety glasses allowance

If you are interested in being a part of an established and growing Canadian Company, we want to hear from you! 

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

A clear and satisfactory result is required for all candidates prior to the confirmation of employment.

We thank all applicants in advance for their application and interest in MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co Limited.  However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.