Job opening: Manufacturing Engineering Coordinator | Location: Drummondville (QC) | Company: AAA Canada (mandate for a major player in transportation) | Anticipated start: April 2026 | Type: Full-time, permanent
About the project
Our manufacturing engineering department is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Coordinator. The primary mandate of this role is to act as an expert in operational excellence and continuous improvement within our plant. This person will be a key player in achieving the organization’s strategic objectives and will work under the supervision of, and in collaboration with, the Strategic Project Manager.
Benefits
- Sick days to support your well-being.
- Comprehensive group insurance plan.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.
- Stimulating work environment with large-scale projects in the aerospace sector.
- Health, wellness and development programs.
- Competitive salary.
- Employee assistance program.
- Free parking.
Main Responsibilities
- Coordinate various mandates with multidisciplinary teams to achieve the organization’s strategic plan objectives and KPIs.
- Execute Lean Manufacturing projects, VSM, line balancing, workstation layout, acquisition and implementation of new equipment, OHS and ergonomics issues.
- Identify, analyze, propose and implement innovative solutions for manufacturing processes to eliminate health and safety issues, increase added value and reduce costs.
- Prepare and lead KAIZEN workshops aimed at continuous process improvement, optimization of operational performance and waste reduction.
- Conduct technological watch and participate in the evaluation of new equipment and technological solutions for automation and optimization of certain plant processes.
- Collaborate on the strategy and development of assembly sequences and methods, standard times and line balancing with a vision of operational excellence.
- Resolve various issues, make decisions aligned with the organization’s vision and priorities, and provide necessary support to optimize productivity across the company.
- Design and optimize workstation layouts, work methods and tooling by implementing value-added production initiatives in collaboration with various departments.
- Participate in production launch activities as part of the product development process in co-creation mode with departmental experts (engineering, production, processes, industrialization, quality, logistics & procurement).
Qualifications
- College or university degree in industrial or mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
- 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar role.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and concepts, waste identification, VSM, VA/NVA studies, Kaizen methodology, DMAIC, etc.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently according to priorities.
- Effective management of project plans and schedules using Gantt charts.
- Recognized ability to collaborate with all members of the organization, mobilize teams and communicate effectively.
- Strong root cause analysis, problem solving and synthesis skills.
- Knowledge and interest in Industry 4.0, including automation, robotics and integration of new industrial technologies.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
Assets
- Bilingualism (English and French) spoken and written.
- Applied knowledge of 2D and 3D drafting software.
- Knowledge of occupational health and safety.
EEO Statement
AAA subscribes to employment equity principles and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply.