Industrial Engineer
About Us
Focused on leading the transition to a sustainable future, Glen Dimplex Americas is enhancing the moments that matter in life with a commitment to delivering the best design and efficiency in the areas of temperature control and comfort creation. With operation throughout North America the success of the Glen Dimplex Americas organization is a testament to the strength of our people and investment in innovation and technology.
Our portfolio of industry recognized brands includes Dimplex, Cadet and Faber. Together these brands provide complete product offerings in the residential and commercial comfort categories, ranging from electric heaters, to fireplaces and controls.
Glen Dimplex Americas is a division of the Glen Dimplex Group - the world's largest manufacturer of electrical heating, which holds significant global market positions in domestic appliances, heating, cooling, ventilation, and renewable energy solutions. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland the Glen Dimplex Group privately owns over 40 brands with operations in 80 countries.
Our Values
We Think Customer – we aim to put our customers at the center of everything we do, taking time to understand their needs; creating solutions that meet and exceed their expectations, enhancing everyday moments
We Care About People – we recognize the power of a community with a common purpose; empathizing with others’ point of view and acting with integrity to create a safe and healthy environment
We Value Innovation – we are building a better future day by day; developing innovations that will create quality, consumer-centric, sustainable solutions
We Keep it Simple – we make the complex simple by driving out inefficiencies; which enables us to be agile, responsive and to get the job done
The Opportunity
The Industrial/Process Engineer will design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for production processes, including quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination.
ENGINEERING:
- Organizes, plans, tracks, and resolves design problems associated with product performance in engineering, manufacturing, and the field.
- Assistance with system-level design and the development of specifications, schedules, and test plans related to product development activities and upgrades.
- Interfaces with appropriate departments to ensure design specifications meet or exceed all applicable regulatory standards.
- Specifies, designs analysis, simulates, prototypes, builds, tests, documents, and releases to manufacturing systems.
- Work closely with the product engineering team to incorporate required design changes to address problem resolution.
- Develop and maintain all process and labor standards along with production work instructions.
- Maintain line balance and a safe and efficient process.
- Lead Kaizen, Ergonomics, and Continuous Improvement Program and report monthly.
- Maintain facilities layout and engineer layout changes with work optimization and material flow.
- Work with suppliers to develop part packaging/containerization as required.
- Assist in productivity improvements, defect/scrap reduction, and safety issues as required.
- Prepare manpower and process analysis to support business cases and Capex initiatives.
- Acquire quotations, source vendors and manage the implementation of new projects.
- Monitor drawings for specification changes and communicate changes to appropriate groups.
- Prepare and maintain all related reports/documentation as required.
- Help JHSC in ergonomic studies and safe return to work duties based on restrictions.
- Interacts and collaborates effectively with internal and external team members to ensure the needs of the company are met.
- Prioritizes and manages multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions.
- Relevant experience in manufacturing, preferably in a high-volume production environment
- Knowledgeable of the principles of quality management, SAP, APQP, continuous improvement, and the Production System.
- Experience or a demonstrated aptitude in stamping, light assembly, painting, and inspection.
- Strong problem-solving skills with knowledge of convergent problem-solving methodologies are preferred. Experience with Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma will be an asset.
- Strong Team Player with excellent communication skills.
- Proficient with MS Project/AutoCAD /SolidWorks/Excel/Word/PowerPoint.
- Legal ability to travel, primarily in Canada, and the United States.
SAP:
- Manage BOMs, Material Master Data fields, Control Production versions, Cycle Records, and Routings to align with production requirements.
- Troubleshoot Material Staging against actual requirements.
- Identify system issues and implement short-term and permanent corrective actions.
- Create Warehouse tasks and pick requests against created outbounds.
- Develop test parameters to allow sub-assembly work center scheduling.
- Scrap productions communicated values in the system to correct inventory.
- Identify issues on material usage on BOM and implement permanent corrective action.
- Adjust Inventory to reflect the current outsourcing of painted components.
- Update inventory values to Part numbers on the BOMs.
- Clear Kogi Error and complete root cause analysis.
What You Need
- Post-secondary degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or Diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Technology or equivalent in a related field.
- Four to six years of related experience or equivalent.
- Practical experience in mixed model line balance.
- Demonstrated experience in project management and CI activities.
- Certified in M.O.S.T. predetermined motion time system an asset.
- Proficient in MS Office, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD.
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology including applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production
- Commitment to excellence and high standards.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.
- Acute attention to detail.
- Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
- Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
- Working knowledge of data collection, data analysis, evaluation, and the scientific method.
- Working knowledge and understanding of basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable engineering/technical specialization area.
What We Offer
Core Total Rewards
- Fully funded Group Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life, AD&D, short term disability, & long term disability)
- Group RRSP with 100% Employer Match up to 4%
- Portable Benefits, Consult +, and Telus Pharmacy Group
- 3 Weeks Vacation Immediately
- Employee Assistance Program
- Workplace Wellness Program
- Support of professional memberships/certifications
Additional Rewards
- Educational Reimbursement Program
- Smart casual dress atmosphere
- Summer Fridays
- Employee Service & Recognition Awards
- Referral Bonus Program
- A unique opportunity to be a key player in a growing global organization
- An innovative fast-paced culture focused on people
How to Apply
Our team members include people like you: enthusiastic, innovative, motivated and creative. If you are interested in joining our team or learning more about this opportunity, please apply now. Glen Dimplex Americas offers a competitive total rewards package, and we are continually striving to attract and retain the best talent available, building ongoing success for both our organization and our employees!
Glen Dimplex Americas is committed to fair and accessible employment practices.
We thank all applicants for their interest in Glen Dimplex Americas, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- London, ON, Canada