Director of Engineering

Wexxar Packaging; Richmond; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Generous PTO

Company retirement plan with match

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Wexxar Packaging, a proud member of the ProMach family, in Richmond, BC, seeks a Director of Engineering to lead a multi-disciplinary team responsible for our product lines. You will align engineering strategy with business goals and drive Lean improvements while fostering cross-functional collaboration with Product Management, Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, and Service.

You will mentor managers, oversee projects, and champion regulatory compliance and best practices to deliver outstanding

Qualifications

• 10+ years in progressive engineering roles
• 5+ years leading cross‑functional engineering teams in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; MBA is a plus
• Lean Manufacturing expertise and continuous improvement focus
• Strong communication, leadership, and strategic thinking

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and operational direction to a multi-disciplinary engineering team.
• Align engineering strategies with business objectives and cross-functional needs.
• Oversee project planning, resource management, timelines, and deliverables to ensure on-time, within-budget execution.
• Lead Lean initiatives to drive efficiency, cost optimization, and product quality.
• Mentor engineering managers and develop organizational capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and engineering best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Decision making

Lean Manufacturing

Cross-functional collaboration

Organizational agility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

MBA (a plus)

Job description

At ProMach, we look for people who want to shine. Here, you can grow your career, share bold ideas, and make a real impact. Do we have your attention? Keep reading. Wexxar Packaging, a proud member of the ProMach family, we don't just build machines—we build the future of packaging innovation. As the Director of Engineering, you will provide strategic leadership and operational direction to a multi-disciplinary engineering team responsible for developing and supporting our product lines. Reporting directly to the Vice President / General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in aligning engineering strategies with business objectives, fostering a lean and innovative culture, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration to drive performance and continuous improvement. Are you passionate about this work?

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute strategic engineering plans that support company growth, efficiency, and innovation.
• Team Development: Provide leadership, mentorship, and oversight to engineering managers across product lines, ensuring clear communication and alignment of departmental objectives. Build organizational capabilities through skills gap assessments, coaching, and professional development programs.
• Lean Champion: Champion Lean principles across engineering functions to promote a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams (Product Management, Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, Service) to ensure engineering output aligns with business needs.
• Project Oversight: Oversee project execution—including planning, resource management, timelines, and deliverables—ensuring on-time and within-budget completion.
• Innovation Driver: Drive innovation, cost optimization, and design improvements without compromising product performance, quality, or safety.
• Compliance: Maintain compliance with regulatory and internal standards, ensuring engineering practices meet industry and corporate benchmarks.

Experience

10+ years in progressive engineering roles, including at least 5 years leading cross‑functional engineering teams and managing complex technical projects in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related); MBA is a plus.

Leadership

Strong communicator with the ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate across all levels of the organization. Strong strategic thinking, solid analytical skills and decision-making capabilities.

Lean Expertise

Deep understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.

Project Management

Skilled in managing complex, multi‑product line projects with competing priorities.

Regulatory Knowledge

Strong understanding of industry regulations, safety standards, and engineering best practices.

Organizational Agility

Experience in matrixed or multi‑line product organizations is considered an asset.

What’s in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career. In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, a comprehensive medical/dental program, as well as a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match (starting day one!). And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, you are eligible after three months of employment!

Compensation

• The base salary for this role is $140,000 - $180,000 CAD
• Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times.
• We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.
• We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast‑paced company.
• You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

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Accommodation

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

ProMach may not be a brand you see on store or pharmacy shelves, but we are integral to your daily life, powering the processing and packaging machines behind consumer goods, food and nutrition, health, and everyday products. At ProMach, we are committed to responsibility, honesty, safety, and helping you grow. We seek individuals eager to shine—whether creative, strategic, technical, or persuasive—offering opportunities to shape your career in exciting directions. You’ll be challenged and rewarded, making an impact on our customers' performance while helping to build the future of packaging innovation. Our mission—to help customers protect their reputations and grow consumer trust—along with our core values, drives us to perform with passion, accountability, and proactive problem‑solving. We emphasize collaboration and innovation, where every employee and voice matters, ensuring consistency and excellence in everything we do. When you join our team, you're not just taking a job; you're becoming part of something that lasts.