Sr Specialist, Manufacturing Execution System Project Lead

L3HHCM20•Hamilton, ON

50d•CA$90,000 - CA$120,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is a new role as part of our manufacturing engineering team. This role focuses on leading projects related to the manufacturing engineering team. Working with cross-functional team members, this person will spearhead initiatives within the manufacturing engineering team, utilizing project management methodologies to identify, define, lead and oversee projects aimed at optimizing manufacturing processes and achieving production goals for our expanding factory.

Requirements

Requires strong knowledge of job area.
Typically viewed as having a specialty within discipline.
May have broad knowledge of project management.
Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
Proficiency in SQL, BI Report generation, and equivalent toolsets
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple project concurrently

Nice To Haves

AS9100 knowledge and experience an asset, but not required

Responsibilities

Apply project management tools and techniques to initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects within defined scope and timeline constraints
Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules and resource allocation strategies to support project execution and ensure timely completion
Communicate project status, updates and key decisions to stakeholders and management, ensuring transparency and alignment with organizational goals
Monitor project progress, identifying risks, and proactively implement mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and optimize project outcomes
Manage IT-related projects, including initiatives to enhance the Manufacturing Enterprise System (MES) and integrate technological solutions to improve operational efficiency.
Study operations sequence, material flow, and product information to determine worker functions and responsibilities so as to guide teams for future improvements.
Leverage data analytics and statistical analysis to identify actions, projects and strategies that will support our goal of achieving a production rate of 100 turrets per month.
Collaborate on automation initiatives, including BI Reports, Excel files, and other relevant tools to enhance efficiency and streamline processes where automation can be incorporated
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, root cause, corrective action implementation
Maintain and communicate the MES Product Roadmap and overall vision to stakeholders ranging from technician to senior leadership
Maintain the MES backlog, draft tickets in DevOps ensuring clarity in requirements and overall SOx compliance
Lead technical investigations and resolutions of MES issues
Excellent technical communication skills both written and verbal
Dynamic, resourceful team member that is known for sense of initiative, urgency and innovation
AS9100 knowledge and experience an asset, but not required
All other tasks as assigned by Manager or Operations Leadership