Manufacturing Engineer Kubota Materials

Location: Central Patricia

Please reference – Req. S26-02 – (2 Vacancies)
KMC specializes in high-performance alloys and friction materials from raw materials to finished products under one roof in Orillia, Canada. Manufacturing unique heat-resistant alloys and high-nickel/chrome alloys primarily for the petrochemical industries, Kubota leads the industry in quality and advanced technology. As per customer requirements, Kubota designs and casts centrifugal pipes and static castings of fittings, which are then machined, welded (Automatic, Semi-Automatic, Orbital & Manual), GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, followed by in-house NDT (RT, PT, VT), in-house DT, R&D lab, as well as hydro testing.

Summary:

Responsible for developing, planning, and continuously improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety, while ensuring all processes adhere strictly to customer specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

Major Responsibilities (but not limited to):

Provide day-to-day engineering support to production by troubleshooting production processes, equipment and machinery
Develop and implement mechanical and engineering solutions in order to optimize and continuously improve manufacturing processes in the areas of safety, quality, reliability, and efficiency

To be involved throughout the entire lifecycle of a project, contributing as a mechanical design engineer at each stage from initial concept and detailed design to manufacturing support and post-project evaluation

Liaise with production, procurement, quality, maintenance and design engineering to resolve technical problems and to identify continuous improvement opportunities

Monitor, document, and oversee the entire design process, ensuring that each phase adheres to the established schedule and budget constraints, while coordinating with relevant teams to address any issues promptly

Process rework and scrap reports, coordinate corrective action procedures

Lead cross-functional teams to identify root causes of issues relating to production quality, performance, capacity and on-time delivery

Develop metrics to track processes and analyze their performance using statistical tools

Identified and lead development, specification, and implementation of capital expenditure projects for new and existing processes that support continuous improvement

Manage all capital project deliverables involving design, selection, purchase, installation and commission of new equipment
Review and, as necessary, design, modify and procure new jigs and fixtures, tooling, equipment and machinery in support of special, new and redesigned products

Knowledge of equipment safety rules and regulations, including proper handling procedures, maintenance requirements, and enforcement policies, as well as a comprehensive understanding of environmental regulations related to waste management, emissions, and sustainability standards

Implement process improvements to reduce material and labour cost, scrap, rework and excess inventory

Champion Lean-Six Sigma methodology implementation and lead Kaizen projects

Manage various Value Streams to ensure customers receive maximum value at the company’s minimum costs

Perform Cycle Time and Line Balancing analysis to ensure customer takt-time adherence and maximum efficiency

Observe production operations and implement new processes to reduce Non-Value-Added activities, bottlenecks, WIP, lead time and cycle time

Identify ergonomic and safety risks, develop and maintain processes and standards to ensure a safe and productive work environment

Generate reports on studies of workplace process issues and production performance and metrics, and report to Upper Management

Prepare and revise production documents, standardized work instructions, maintenance procedures and Assembly Manuals to assist production

Other related duties, as required

Education,

Experience and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial or similar Engineering field, or equivalent experience and education

A P.Eng licence in that field is considered an asset

Minimum Green Belt Certification in Lean and Six Sigma

Project Management Certification is considered an asset

Minimum 4…