Project Lead

JOB PROFILE:

Polycon Industries is looking for a Project Lead who has a strong interest in a high volume automotive manufacturing environment dealing with new and existing automated systems.

QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial or Systems Design Engineering degree or related field of study preferred
• Will consider candidates with Diploma in the above engineering fields who possess the required experience
• Minimum five (5) years of related experience required
• Multi-disciplinary experience in process or equipment engineering in an assembly environment
• Must be capable of handling projects from inception to completion with respect to timing, budget, concept, feasibility, design, construction, try-out, launch, and logistics
• Excellent organizational, communication skills (English), presentation skills and report writing skills
• Proven performance in continuous improvement activities; Strong skills in process trouble shooting and problem solving as well as interacting with the customer and suppliers
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, self-motivation and determination attributes
• Extra consideration given to candidates that have experience in more than one of the following:
  • Controls systems (PLCs, networking, robotics, etc.)
  • Robotics, including programming and integration
  • Automated equipment design and construction
  • Understanding, using and applying GD&T and principal effects
• Familiarity with automotive quality requirements (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC) preferred
• Process and manufacturing knowledge of plastic parts preferred. Ie: Assembly of components, Punching, Ultrasonic

MAIN DUTIES:

• Implementation of automated systems from inception to completion in order to satisfy program requirements.
• Lead and manage the design and build of automated systems to provide robust solutions that meet customer performance, cost, quality, and timeliness objectives.
• Conduct product benchmarking and research studies and analyze data to develop new designs or concepts for automated systems.
• Direct testing activities for under designated conditions to ensure operational performance meets project specifications with proven reliability.
• Coordinate fabrication and installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications.
• Provide design direction to the CAD Designer(s) and assist them in altering or modifying the design to obtain specified functional and operational performance.

- Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental plan
• On-site Cafeteria
• On-site Gym
• Profit sharing & Magna RRSP contribution match
• Employee & family Assistance program wellness benefit
• Employee events
• Opportunities for training and professional development