Industrial Engineer

CpK Interior Products Inc.; Guelph; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CpK Interior Products Inc. is hiring an INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER (15 MONTH CONTRACT) to plan and oversee layout of equipment and production facilities. The role focuses on maximizing workflow and space utilization while upholding safety and quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, 3–5 years in manufacturing (auto a plus), and solid AutoCAD skills. On-site role with a 15-month term and a salary range of $60,000–$80,000 CAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3 to 5 years of manufacturing experience, automotive is preferred.
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Study manufacturing methods and improve production standards.
• Support new product launches and product transfers.
• Lead product development teams with process layouts and time studies.
• Evaluate processes and pursue cost-saving improvements.
• Develop tooling to improve safety and efficiency.
• Advise on efficiency problems related to methods and tooling.
• Interview vendors to assess equipment and applications.
• Establish standard methods and time standards.
• Maintain time study data and process sheets.
• Ensure compliance with TS/ISO 16949 and IATF standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

At CpK Interior Products Inc. (“CpK”), precision goes far beyond the surface. With deep expertise across every stage of our world-class manufacturing process, we deliver award-winning craftsmanship aligned with our customers’ performance and design goals.

The CpK advantage begins with proprietary compounding of performance materials, where process innovation and plastics engineering drive efficiency, reduced scrap, and optimal performance. Our expertise in mould design and tuning - combined with the latest technology in graining, material haptics, and colour - ensures exceptional results in our cast-skin products.

We provide comprehensive expertise in design for manufacturing, materials processing, tooling, moulding, assembly, sequencing, delivery, and logistics, or any combination of these services. Our flexible, integrated capabilities allow us to meet the unique specifications of OEMs and Tier One suppliers seamlessly and successfully. CpK is an industry leader recognized for quality, innovation, and professional excellence.

Our mission is to be the best interior products company in the world most admired for its people, partnerships, quality and innovation.It is our mission that leads us to achieve heightened levels of performance in process, accuracy and customer service.

CpK Interior Products Inc. is hiring an INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER (15 MONTH CONTRACT)to support our team in cross-functional operational activities. This role is responsible for planning and overseeing layout of equipment and production facilities. Evaluating operations to maximize work flow and floor space utilization. Ensuring facility efficiency and workplace safety. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within Industrial Engineering and Lean Manufacturing, while contributing to Plant SQDCM (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale) objectives.

What You’ll Do (Key responsibilities, not limited to)

• Study manufacturing machines and methods and take the necessary actions to meet and continuously improve established production standards
• Support new product launches, and product transfers
• Active member of all Product Development Teams, supporting teams with process development, documented layouts and time studies
• Evaluate new/current processes, investigate and pursue new/improved methods of manufacture to reduce production costs
• Investigate and develop any tooling/equipment that will improve operator safety or efficiency
• Consult with and advise production supervisor and engineers on efficiency problems relative to methods, tooling, handling or design
• Interview vendors to evaluate new equipment or products and determine qualifications and application
• Establish standard manufacturing methods and procedures
• Establish safe production cycle time standards through time studies
• Prepare and maintain time study and process sheet information for all products/processes
• Perform necessary research to compile cost justification data for equipment or materials
• Ensure work procedures are in accordance with TS/ISO 16949, IATF standards with respect to quality of work, maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, and protection of the environment.
• Ability to lead and participate in team based problem solving
• Understanding of and ability to use predetermined Time study system such as M.O.S.T
• Understanding of and ability to use time and motion based study systems such as stop watch, video method, etc.
• Understanding and ability to apply concepts of Takt time, Cycle time, PF&D, NVAA, etc
• Understanding and ability to apply line balancing and sequencing to current and proposed processes
• Understanding and ability to apply ergonomic analysis and work concepts to operator work stations and material handling equipment.
• Ability to conceive design and develop simple work fixtures

What You Bring

• Bachelors Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing or related field
• 3 to 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in Automotive assembly
• Good working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills and perseverance
• Creative problem solving

Work Schedule & Pay

• Schedule: Full-time, On-site, Manufacturing Operations
• 15-month contract
• Hours: Monday-Friday, standard hours, weekend work for certain positions based on customer demand
• Overtime: As required, in accordance with company policy and applicable legislation
• Compensation Range: $60,000-$80,000 annual

This range reflects our current expectations as of this posting’s date. Your final salary offer will consider various key factors, including education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographical locations, as well as the needs and requirements of the business.

Accessibility & Hiring Process

CpK Interior Products Inc. is committed to providing accommodation for people with accessibility needs due to disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the hiring process.

Our organization may use AI‑supported tools to assist with screening and assessment in a fair and consistent manner.

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.