Manufacturing Engineering

Vistaprint; Lakeshore; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and marketing partner is looking for a Production Engineer in Lakeshore, Canada. The successful candidate will monitor equipment performance, support production evaluations, and implement best practices for process improvements. Applicants should have a BASc in Engineering and 3-5 years of manufacturing experience. Strong analytical, communication skills, and knowledge of lean manufacturing principles are essential. This role offers the chance to influence production processes and optimize product flows.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience in a lean high production environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Ability to analyze equipment performance and implement improvements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment performance to identify improvements.
• Support evaluation of production processes and troubleshoot existing processes.
• Implement quality detection systems and safety assessments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Task management

Communication skills

Education

BASc or equivalent in Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

You will be responsible for supporting production operations and interacting with various departments and teams to help them understand the current state of operations, implementing step change improvements, and applying best practices on optimizing both existing and new product process flows. Responsibilities involve evaluating equipment, understanding key machine settings, installing control systems and upgrading the process. They will have a holistic fundamental understanding of the process and be the gate keeper for any process changes.

What You Will Do:

• Monitoring equipment performance to identify improvements and upgrades to enhance machine reliability, maintainability and scalability
• Evaluating, inspecting, maintaining, designing, analyzing and improving new and existing equipment to meet capacity demands
• Supporting the evaluation of new production process, monitoring modifications and upgrades and troubleshooting for existing processes
• Auditing processes to verify they are working at the optimum level, throughput rate and quality rate to meet supply needs
• Implementing systems to detect and prevent quality defects and functionality of equipment (ex: Poke Yokes, Go/No-Go tools)
• Responsibility for safety risk assessment updates, including hazard and operability (HAZOP) studies for the health and safety of both company staff and the wider community
• Partnering with associated Vistaprint plants and engineering facilities to ensure rapid adoption and implementation of best practices
• Working closely with Quality, Health & Safety, Supply chain, Logistics, Facility and Project Engineering when implementing changes or upgrades
• Developing cost reduction initiatives
• Analyzing equipment malfunctions and failures accordingly based on root-cause analysis (i.e. 5-why) and developing corrective actions
• Supporting the maintenance organization on troubleshooting equipment issues and answering questions or concerns related to equipment performance
• Proving job assistance and training for employees as needed
• Other duties as required

What You Need:

• BASc or equivalent, preferably in Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering
• 3-5 years of manufacturing experience (preferably in a lean high production manufacturing environment)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, machinery, material handling, conveyance packaging and logistics
• Strong interpersonal, communication and analytical skills
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principals
• Ability to demonstrate task management and timeline control
• Preference will be given to those who possess an excellent manufacturing or process engineering background, a superior mechanical aptitude and proven trouble‑shooting skills
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels and positions within the organization
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Google Workspace, MS Project and AutoCAD

About Us

Vista is the design and marketing partner to millions of small businesses around the world. For over 20 years we’ve been inspired by small businesses, and we work incessantly to deliver solutions to their evolving needs. VistaCreate, 99designs by Vista and VistaPrint, all under the parent brand Vista, represent a full‑service design, digital and print solution, elevating small businesses’ presence in physical and digital spaces and powering them to achieve success. Vista is focused on making great marketing and design accessible to every small business owner, allowing them to create a cohesive brand image for use in‑store, online and on‑the‑go.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Vista exists to help our customers live their dreams. Each dream is unique – and the Vista team needs to be as well. We believe in the unique contributions of everyone within a diverse global organization. We are collaborative, inclusive, and innovative. We strive to role‑model and live an inclusive culture of fairness, respect, and belonging for all. And we work together to empower each other, creating a space in which each of us can spark our next great idea.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vistaprint, a Cimpress company, is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion, citizenship, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender presentation, legal or preferred name, marital status, pregnancy, family structure, veteran status or any other basis protected by human rights laws or regulations. This list is not exhaustive and, in fact, in many cases, we strive to do more than the law requires