Process Optimization Specialist

2 weeks ago


Madoc, Ontario, Canada IKO Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Engineer to join our team at IKO Industries Ltd. as a key member of our operational management team. The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing and improving our manufacturing processes to ensure safety, quality, volume, and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, monitor, and execute project plans to improve process efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Work closely with the operational team to identify and implement process improvements.
  • Analyze work tasks and develop Standard Operating Procedures and Visual Work Instructions.
  • Design and implement industrial trials to test new processes and improve existing ones.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
  • Manage preventative maintenance activities and report results.
  • Ensure site compliance with corporate process standards and support IKO's safety management systems.
  • Partner with the Reliability Engineer to improve plant reliability processes.
  • Assist with reporting and participate in plant monthly and quarterly Balanced Scorecard reviews.
  • Support site documentation for Plant internal Health Safety and Environmental audits.
  • Participate in Plant internal Process audits.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
  • Minimum 2-5 years of relevant work experience in Process/Industrial or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
  • Project implementation skills from initial stages to completion.
  • Proven track record of successful projects on schedule and within budget.
  • Experience with continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing.
  • Six Sigma certification preferred.
  • Excellent Organizational and Communication skills.
  • Effective planning, prioritizing, and time management skills.
  • Ability to mentor/coach Plant Co-Op students.
  • Excellent team player.
  • Proficient in MS Project, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, AutoCAD/Inventor.
  • Ability to travel up to 30% of the time within Canada.
About IKO

IKO Industries Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of industrial products, and we are committed to promoting individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution. We invest in our employees to ensure they are the most knowledgeable in the industry and undertake great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.



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