Manufacturing Process Engineer
About The Position
Thomson-Gordon Group - Thordon Bearings Inc. is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, supplying, and installing pollution-free, non-metallic bearing and seal systems. This privately owned, family-run business, established in 1911 and headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, is committed to environmental stewardship through its products that eliminate oil and grease in various applications worldwide. The company fosters a culture of diversity, longevity, and career growth, with many employees having long tenures. The Manufacturing Process Engineer position is a key role within the Operations team, requiring a solution-oriented and collaborative approach to drive process improvement and support the company's strategic growth plans. The role involves defining and enhancing manufacturing process and technology capabilities, reporting to the COO.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications and apply Engineering fundamentals.
- Working Knowledge of continuous improvement tools (5s, root cause analysis, basic lean concepts).
- Innovative thinker, driven to act proactively and take action when needed.
- Strong team-building skills.
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated technical aptitude (mechanical engineering, chemical processing).
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Able to deal with a demanding and changing work environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in Material Processing Operations preferred.
- Experience in mentoring and motivating employees.
Responsibilities
- Developing, optimizing, and maintaining processes related to Thordon Bearings production and supporting processes.
- Providing day-to-day technical support for Production, Maintenance, and Quality for Thordon operations and related processes.
- Establishing, documenting, and maintaining process parameters and work instructions for manufacturing equipment and processes.
- Planning, coordinating, and executing trials and experiments to improve polymer performance, yield, throughput, and cost.
- Analyzing process data and making data-driven recommendations.
- Participating in internal and external design and process reviews, with a focus on manufacturability and process capability.
- Supporting the manufacture and approval of prototype and pre-production parts.
- Leading root-cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions for process and product issues with our Process Planning and Quality team.
- Conducting capacity analyses and driving continuous improvement initiatives such as scrap reduction, cycle-time reduction, and productivity improvement.
- Developing and implementing test methods and inspection criteria.
- Ensuring appropriate gauging and measurement systems are identified and utilized in Production.
- Training operators, technicians, and team members on Thordon processes and equipment.
- Supporting troubleshooting and maintenance activities in collaboration with Maintenance and Engineering.
- Ensuring all activities comply with Thordon Bearings Quality Management System and HS&E policies.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
- Drive the execution of corporate safety programs across the employees and the facility.
- Support manufacturing operations in consistently producing high-quality products.
- Drive Quality Improvements and Reduction in Measurable Waste.
- Develop and execute Key Initiatives in Operations annually.
- Foster teamwork and transparency within the manufacturing group and all other areas of the business.
- Lead and, where appropriate, redefine our Workflow Process Improvement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
