Process Engineering Co-op: Lead Improvements & Efficiency

IKO North America; Hawkesbury; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

IKO Industries Ltd. is seeking a Process Engineer Co-op to provide technical leadership in optimizing cost, quality, productivity, and reliability at our Canada facility.

You will lead teams to develop SOPs, implement standardized processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves designing, installing and commissioning new production units, auditing environmental impact, and collaborating with plant staff to enhance efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial or chemical engineering.
• Good understanding of TQM and TPM and how to implement.
• Basic detail and conceptual design skills.
• Manages projects within cost and scheduling constraints.
• Monitoring and process reports.
• Project implementation skills from initial planning stages to completion.
• Computer skills – AutoCAD, knowledge of PLC's preferred (ControlLogix/RS logic).

Responsibilities

• Assessing processes for their relevance and assessing the adequacy of engineering equipment.
• Designing, installing and commissioning new production units, monitoring modifications and upgrades, and troubleshooting existing processes.
• Assessing the availability of raw materials and the safety and environmental impact of the plant.
• Working closely with the plant engineer to monitor and improve the efficiency, output and safety of a plant.
• Ensuring the process works at the optimum level, to the right rate and quality of output, in order to meet supply needs.
• Making observations and taking measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff involved.
• Develop and implement standardized processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct audits and implement 5S methodologies across the plant to enhance workplace organization and efficiency.
• Assuming responsibility for environmental monitoring and ongoing performance of plant processes
• Working closely with the operators and staff who oversee quality control of raw materials, finished products, plant maintenance, product specifications and production schedules.

Skills

Detail orientation

Project management

Data interpretation

Cost and scheduling constraints

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Industrial or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PLC knowledge (ControlLogix/RSLogix)

Job description

IKO Industries Ltd. is seeking a Process Engineer Co-op to provide technical leadership in optimizing cost, quality, productivity, and reliability at our Canada facility.

You will lead teams to develop SOPs, implement standardized processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves designing, installing and commissioning new production units, auditing environmental impact, and collaborating with plant staff to enhance efficiency and safety.