Manufacturing Ops Specialist: Improvement & Quality

Woodward Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Woodward Canada Inc in Ontario is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to implement and maintain technical procedures in our production environment, focusing on CNC machining, precision assembly, and test equipment.

You will analyze production data, lead continuous improvement projects, mentor team members, and ensure adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001 standards, with a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Understanding of complex manufacturing processes (e.g., CNC machining, precision assembly, or test equipment).
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality standards. Solid blueprint and GD&T understanding.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Analytical methodologies: process mapping, value stream analysis, root cause tools (5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Lean principles and standardized work; strong problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Execute Technical Processes: Implements and maintains technical procedures to ensure efficient daily operations in a focused area/process.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyzes production data and updates standardized operating procedures to ensure consistent workflow.
• Quality: Timely disposition and problem solving for production problems. Implements corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Resolve Complex Issues: Participates in problem solving to provide solutions for atypical or infrequent operational problems based on established guidelines.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to and actively supports all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication

Time Management

Lean Mindset

Production Systems

Computer Skills

Detail-Oriented

Collaboration

Tools

ERP software

Spreadsheets

Data entry tools

Job description

Woodward Canada Inc in Ontario is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to implement and maintain technical procedures in our production environment, focusing on CNC machining, precision assembly, and test equipment.

You will analyze production data, lead continuous improvement projects, mentor team members, and ensure adherence to AS9100/ISO 9001 standards, with a strong emphasis on safety and collaboration.