Engineering Manager

Engineering Manager

Kitchener, Ontario

Reference No. CO-18127

Meridia is supporting a successful and innovative plastic products manufacturer with a global footprint with their search for a dynamic Engineering Manager.

The Engineering Manager is responsible for the planning and implementation of capital projects, continuous improvement of facilities and equipment, and management of the maintenance department.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the annual capital maintenance daily operations budgets with input from Plant Manager, local team, and Regional Engineering team.
• Responsible for the timely submission and successful execution of approved capital projects.
• Oversee purchasing of equipment, tools, supplies, preventive maintenance schedules, service requests, and general daily events and activities associated with inventory.
• Oversee maintenance program to assure equipment is properly serviced and documentation is complete.
• Ensure maintenance and engineering teams are properly staffed and trained.
• Select and manage external contractors as required.
• Support execution of Lean Manufacturing efforts for all processes and systems within the Kitchener facility.
• Ensure all plant maintenance operations are in compliance with the plant health & safety program, corporate policies and government regulations.

Qualifications:

• Degree/diploma in relevant area and min. of 3 years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Experience with mechanical design and drafting using AutoCAD is an asset.
• Experience in the plastic manufacturing industry is an asset.
• Ability to perform failure analysis and provide solution-based ideas.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Intermediate experience with MS Office applications.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Analytical mindset and high ability to problem solve.

This is a diverse workforce and equal-opportunity employer that welcomes applications from all races and genders.

To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking “Apply”.

If you have questions about this opportunity, contact Cory Olton, Senior Consultant at [email protected] or . If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Cory know.