SUMMARY:
The Engineer supports HOYA operations for Canada by performing installations, process optimisation, planning utilization of facilities equipment, materials, and staff to improve efficiencies of operations, improve quality yields, and reduce operating costs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Leads assigned engineering projects that include planning, coordination, and implementation of projects. This includes working within time constraints to meet operational goals.
- Hands on operating machines/ trouble shooting and first level support for technical issues on machines. Supports lab with equipment and processes to solve issues in a timely manner.
- Validation of new Machinery and processes for workflow improvements
- Make improvements of machine parameter settings for process time and quality.
- Works continuously to reduce spoilage in the manufacturing process. Also works on lab floor to operate equipment as needed and find efficiencies.
- Prepares detailed procedures for the different processes and maintenance of equipment and verify procedures are followed.
- Evaluate current manufacturing practices and identify those needing improvement with continuous Improvements actions
- Conducts accurate time studies to determine labor requirements, establish work measurement programs, and analyze work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
- Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency, reducing waste of materials, and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
- Confers with management and staff to implement plans and recommendations
- Develops management systems for cost analysis, financial planning, wage and salary administration, and job evaluation.
- Coordinates and oversee equipment installation and lab redesign. Prepares layouts, coordinates with management schedules for installation of equipment and utilities, and verifies installation is executed successfully and on time.
- Plans and supports installation of new products successfully into HOYA or partner labs.
- Uses DOE techniques to test processes and consumables. Uses statistical tools to present results and support recommendations.
- Creates and provides reporting for Local, Regional and Global HQs.
- Visits facilities for possible acquisition to assess equipment and determine overall condition of lab operations.
- Assists with Free Form installation to distributor labs and helps to provide support.
- Follows all HOYA policies, SOPs, and safety regulations. Any infractions are reported accordingly.
- Assists with other tasks as required.
COMPETENCIES:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports and respects diversity.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Must be available to work extended hours including weekends. Weekends include Friday nights, anytime on Saturday or anytime on Sunday based on business needs.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Flexibility – Must be flexible to adjust the work schedule to accommodate permanent or temporary changes in work hours, including late hours, weekends, or holidays to meet business needs.
Travel Requirements – Must be able to travel at least 25% of time domestically/internationally. This may include weekend travel. Weekends include Friday nights, anytime on Saturday or anytime on Sunday based on business needs.
Travel may be planned or with short notice depending on business needs.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial engineering or similar Engineering field is required
- A total of 1-2 years of previous work experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably within an optical manufacturing environment.
- Course work or experience working with PLCs, electronic controllers, or automated equipment in a manufacturing environment.
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Computer literate (intermediate MS Office Suite skills: with focus on MS Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- Thorough technical knowledge of Optical principles and lab processes, equipment and maintenance
- Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
- Knowledge of LSS, Kaizen principles,5S, is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
- Hands on experience and working with mechanical components and machine operations, Ability to fix mechanical issues and troubleshooting is a must.
- Raw materials, hazardous chemicals, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership techniques, production methods and coordination of people and resources.
- Machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance.
- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Physical Demands of Working Environment:
Environmental: Laboratory and office environment, working with water, caustic and acidic chemicals and exposed to hazardous chemicals. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional dusty air with flying particulates.
Physical: sufficient Physical ability necessary for sitting and standing for extended periods of time. The ability to occasionally Climb, Kneel, Lift, Pull, Reach, Push, Carry and Twist. Must be able to use hands to Grasp and manipulate small objects. Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 20 LBS and on occasion up to 100 LBS.
Vision: Must be able to see in the normal vision range with or without correction; Vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents, job tickets, faxes, cosmetic defects, procedural and policy documents.
Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
Work Location: In person
