Value Stream Leader | Production Planner | Mechanical Engineering Technologist

4 weeks ago


Cambridge ON, Canada MacDonald Steel Limited Full time
Value Stream Leader | Production Planner | Mechanical Engineering Technologist -Cambridge ON

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

As a Value Stream Leader | Production Planner , you will be working in close communication with management, engineering, and production employees daily and will be expected to design, develop, test and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics along with material flow, cost analysis and production coordination.

Day shift: 5 x 8 hour shifts; Monday to Friday

Our positions are in office only, we do not have remote or hybrid opportunities.

Interested in joining the dynamic MacDonald Steel Team ?
MacDonald Steel is a privately owned, innovative, state-of-the-art, growing, Canadian company; fabricating , assembling, machining custom parts and components in the forestry, off-road vehicle, energy transmission and other industries. Our valued employees are the roots of our success , and production continues to expand.
Having training and experience are key, but at MacDonald Steel , we believe that it’s what you DO with what you have that counts. Our people are empowered to put their training, experience, and expertise into action.

Responsibilities may include:

  • Support and initiate Lean Practices in 5S, Kaizen and continuous improvements, value stream mapping and visual controls
  • Analyze jigs / fixtures using SolidWorks to ensure product accuracy and manufacturing efficiency
  • Coordinate manufacturing, engineering, and sales activities in accordance with the manufacturing plans so that production schedules can be attained
  • Develop manufacturing and processing procedures including detailed instructions, drawings, bill of materials, and inspection requirements for each project or work order
  • Solicit and analyze feedback from shop employees and sales to evaluate results
  • Apply statistical methods for improving utilization of personnel, materials and utilities
  • Schedule, expedite and coordinate the delivery and movement of critical material, including material transfers and inventory control
  • Prepare work and production schedules, monitoring the progress of production projects
  • Revise and update production documents, procedures and drawings

Skills and Experience:

  • Graduate of Mechanical Technician / Technologist Program or Material / Operations Management or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent
  • Project Management Courses considered an asset
  • Comprehensive understanding of engineering drawings, schematics and specifications as well as geometric tolerances and dimensions
  • Detail oriented, accurate and efficient problem solving and time management skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Previous experience in SolidWorks, proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with designing jigs and fixtures would be an asset
  • Working knowledge of ERP / MRP systems

What We Can Offer You:

  • Progressive health and safety program
  • Interesting and challenging work and projects
  • Opportunity to see and be involved with our products from start to finish
  • Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing
  • RRSP Matching Program
  • Skills development and training reimbursement
  • Family oriented (BBQ’s, picnics as well as social and sporting events)
  • Company paid healthcare benefits and Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We thank you for your application

MacDonald Steel strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

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