Industrial Engineering Coordinator

BRC Group - Tayco and BRC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Healthcare Plan

Social Committee

Great people to work with

Job summary

Tayco, an Etobicoke-based office furniture manufacturer, seeks an Industrial Engineering Coordinator to own end-to-end manufacturing processes, translate requirements into instructions for production and ERP data, and collaborate across teams. The role emphasizes cross-functional work, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision making.

Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree and 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, with SolidWorks expertise and ERP system familiarity.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or diploma required.
• 3–5 years of engineering experience in product design/manufacturing.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes and materials (sheet metal, plastic, wood).
• Strong project and time management; excellent organizational abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; cross-functional work ability.
• Familiarity with ANSI/BIFMA standards; SolidWorks modelling and SolidWorks PDM experience.

Responsibilities

• Understand production, ERP and engineering requirements related to Tayco's furniture manufacturing.
• Coordinate changes to production processes, ERP setup and products based on requirements and objectives.
• Maintain accurate engineering and ERP data (item masters, BOMs, routings, work instructions).
• Review assembly layouts and suggest improvements.
• Coordinate engineering change implementation and ensure updates in drawings and ERP data.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary project teams to resolve product issues.
• Create standard work, process docs and training materials for crossfunctional teams.
• Conduct root-cause analysis and propose improvements.
• Assist with cost analysis and value engineering efforts.
• Support post-launch validation and capture lessons learned.
• Liaise with 3rd party suppliers for components or fabrication solutions.
• Contribute to development of new processes and tools.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

ERP systems

ANSI/BIFMA standards

Manufacturing processes

Education

Mechanical/Industrial engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP software

Job description

Tayco is looking for one enthusiastic and detail-orientated Industrial Engineering Coordinator to join our Engineering Team. We are a leading office furniture manufacturer based in Etobicoke, proudly serving customers since 1976. We have been Great Place to Work Certified for the fourth year in a row and have won the Best in Manufacturing award in the past. At Tayco, we are driven by our four core values: Efficiency, Ownership, Progressive and Enjoyable Experiences. These values shape our culture and commitment to excellence, making Tayco a dynamic and rewarding workplace.

Position Summary:

The Industrial Engineering Coordinator is responsible for learning, understanding and owning the end-to-end process of furniture manufacturing at scale. This includes translating new requirements into clear instructions and guidance for production, scheduling, inventory and operations improvement departments. This is a highly cross functional position and will require extensive collaboration as well as a deep understanding of our specific manufacturing processes and supporting technology.

Responsibilities:

• To understand in detail production, ERP and engineering requirements related to Tayco's furniture manufacturing.
• Coordinate changes to production processes, ERP setup and products based on manufacturing and business requirements and objectives Incorporate technical advances in manufacturing processes and materials while understanding current capabilities in supplier base
• Maintain accurate engineering and ERP data, including item masters, bills of materials, routings, work instructions and related production documentation, to support reliable planning, manufacturing and product launch activities.
• Review assembly layouts and suggest improvements
• Coordinate engineering change implementation by reviewing change requirements, communicating impacts to affected departments, supporting approval workflows and ensuring changes are reflected accurately in drawings, ERP data and production instructions,
• To work together with cross-disciplinary project teams to collectively solve product issues including function, manufacturability, technical application /compatibility, testing and installation, etc.
• Create and maintain clear standard work, process documentation and training materials to support consistent execution by production, scheduling, inventory and other crossfunctional teams.
• Complete root cause analysis to identify problems and suggest immediate and long term changes
• Assist with cost analysis by gathering quotes, reviewing material usage, and supporting value engineering efforts.
• Support post-launch validation of new products, process changes and ERP updates by confirming expected performance, resolving launch issues and capturing lessons learned for future development activities.
• To liaise with 3rd party suppliers to source components or fabrication solutions
• At development hold design reviews, topics include drawings, manufacturing process, capability, efficiency and the plan for quality. Provide documentation, data and other information required for effective launch of products into full production.
• To contribute to the development of new processes and tools that improve the development process and support Tayco's position in the industry.
• To provide engineering knowledge and expertise to other departments in the organization. Support claims and warranty issues with short and long term solutions
• To continue to acquire knowledge of industry trends and standards, manufacturing and materials, technology, competitive product and engineering practices, environmental issues and sustainable design principles.
• Zero defects at launch through quality planning.

• Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree, diploma or equivalent experience 3-5 years engineering experience in a product design and manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and experience designing for a variety of manufacturing processes and materials (i.e. sheet metal, plastic, glass, wood)
• Good project and time management skills, experience in handling multiple projects
• Excellent organizational skills
• Familiarity with ANSI/BIFMA standards 3D Modelling and design experience using Solidworks is preferred
• Experience with Solidworks PDM is preferred Experience with ERP systems for engineering and manufacturing processes
• Very good communication (verbal and written), presentation and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work both in diverse multidisciplinary team environment as well as individually with minimum supervision.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to attend and conduct presentations.
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals.
• Occasional lifting of moderately heavy objects may be required.
• Overtime as required.
• May be exposed to hazards associated with manufacturing.
• May be required to use PPЕ.

• Compensation : $70,000 - $75,000
• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Active Social Committee with wonderful company culture
• Great people to work with!

Due to a high volume of applications, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

Tayco endeavors to fill positions with the best available candidates who have the appropriate combination of education, experience, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Tayco is committed to equity and values diversity. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all genders and sexual orientations, persons with disabilities, Aboriginal persons and persons of a visible minority.

At Tayco, we are embracing innovative technologies, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to pre-screen applicants to enhance our recruitment process. AI-driven tools help us streamline candidate sourcing, improve the quality of our hiring decisions, and ensure a more efficient and personalized experience for both candidates and hiring teams.