Production Engineer

VÄDERSTAD GROUP; Langbank; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and pension benefits

100% premiums paid for health, dental,

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Väderstad Group in Langbank, Saskatchewan, Canada, is seeking a Production Engineer to design, develop, implement, and support our extrusion manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with production teams to ensure health, safety, and environmental standards are met.

Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree and have APQP/PPAP experience, plus a strong background in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience with APQP/PPAP within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills supporting process improvements.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain standardized work instructions for extrusion processes.
• Train production personnel on tooling, equipment, and processes.
• Support new product launches and engineering changes in collaboration with Project Management.
• Assist with production planning and readiness for upcoming builds.
• Provide routing and assembly sequences for components through subassembly and line.

Skills

APQP

PPAP

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Strong communication

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree

Professional body membership (asset)

Job description

SummaryVäderstad is looking for people who share our passion for farming. Our employees are the most important resource we have in achieving our goals. We provide great career opportunities for the right candidates in a rapidly evolving workplace with locations in ag markets across North America. Vaderstad is an equal opportunity employer, that values and respects diversity in its workforce. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business needs.Väderstad is seeking a skilled Production Engineer to join our dynamic team at our Langbank Production Facility. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and support our manufacturing processes. This role involves close collaboration with production teams to ensure that Health, Safety, and Environmental requirements are met.Education/ExperienceUniversity degree in Mechanical or Industrial EngineeringMembership of an Industry Related Professional body an assetAble to demonstrate experience of working within a manufacturing environment.Strong working knowledge of, Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP)Core CompetenciesAbility to work independently and co-operatively within a teamGood problem-solving and communication skillsMechanical aptitudeAbility to run a variety of toolsAbility to understand the assembly processAbility to focus on detailsRequirementsProviding current production with “fast response” troubleshooting. Set up and maintain all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures for the extrusion process.Assist in training production personnel on operating new or existing tooling, equipment, and processes. Work closely with Project Management Team to support new product launches, engineering changes implementation and product / process continuous improvement initiatives and related activities.Assists with production planning tasks ensuring plant is ready for upcoming builds.Provides point of use routing and the assembly sequence for all components through the subassembly and assembly line.Prepares proposed design changes or revisions to correct the current design.Continually identifies, suggests, and implements cost reduction projects to reduce the overall cost of the machine we build.Assists with audits that measure the bill of material and routing accuracies, identifying root cause of inaccuracies.Coordinate, lead, and participate in various multi-disciplined teams in addressing and fulfilling various corporate objectives associated with, manufacturing process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap/rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitment. Provide quote direction for new business related to tooling, new materials and processes as required.Participate in lean and six sigma manufacturing initiatives as they relate to site as assigned such as 5S, value stream mapping etc.Act as a change agent within production to educate and influence team members on process implementation and improvements.Apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve oval production efficiency.Generate regular reports on system performance, maintenance activities, and production outcomes to inform management decisions.Provide ongoing technical support and guidance to production teams to ensure effective and safe use of the toolbar assembly.Develop and enforce safety protocols for the operation and maintenance.Ensure all activities comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines.Work ConditionsPhysical Efforts:Majority of time spent, moving, gathering, assembling.Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs.Some time spent in an office settingPhysical Environment:Shop ConditionsWear PPE as requiredWhy Work with Us?Vaderstad offers a competitive compensation package including competitive salary, health benefits and pension matching.100% of the premiums associated with Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits are paid for by the company.Flexible work environmentWe have an approachable culture that enables you to be the best version of yourself and bring your best ideas forward.