Manufacturing Engineering Leader – Start-Up & Process

Vaco LLC; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pangeo Group in Vaughan, Ontario, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Manufacturing Engineering function from new-product planning through ramping production.

You will own process routes, tooling decisions, and process improvements to drive efficiency, cost, safety, and quality. The role includes hands-on startup leadership and potential travel to China for equipment transfer.

On-site role with standard hours and periodic travel; strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and CAD software preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of technical management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Diploma or degree in Casting/Foundry Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Substantial hands-on experience with aluminum/non-ferrous die casting process technology and tooling design; machining process experience.
• Strong working knowledge of IATF 16949; P.Eng.
• Microsoft 365 and engineering/CAD software proficiency.
• English required, Mandarin an asset.

Responsibilities

• New-product process planning and technical development Plan and determine new-product process routes, equipment selection, and tooling/fixture design concepts to support product development and volume production.
• Provide process engineering support and technical problem-solving for new product launches and running production programs.
• Lead the research and application of new process technologies and build internal technical capability.
• Provide technical support for product quotations and new-process development.
• Process improvement and productivity Lead process improvement and capacity enhancement for volume production, improving plant efficiency, cost, safety, and quality through engineering initiatives.
• Plan and drive improvements to the production process and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Provide technical leadership for continuous improvement of process technology across all programs.
• Department leadership Plan and manage the Manufacturing Engineering department for well-organized, high-performing operations.
• Coordinate engineering with Production, Quality, Equipment/Maintenance, and Purchasing to support plant objectives.
• Approve the release of technical project documentation.
• Develop and mentor engineering talent within the department.
• Quality, health, and safety Apply and enforce IATF 16949 requirements within engineering processes.
• Support the plant's ISO 14001 environmental management system in day-to-day work.
• Resolve die casting, machining, and related technical and quality issues promptly.
• Ensure engineering staff complete WHMIS and OHSA training and follow safety procedures.

Job description

Pangeo Group in Vaughan, Ontario, is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead the Manufacturing Engineering function from new-product planning through ramping production.

You will own process routes, tooling decisions, and process improvements to drive efficiency, cost, safety, and quality. The role includes hands-on startup leadership and potential travel to China for equipment transfer.

On-site role with standard hours and periodic travel; strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and CAD software preferred.