Mechanical Engineering Technologist | Heavy Equpment Fabrication

As the Value Stream Leader, you will be working in close communication with management, engineering, and production employees daily and will be expected to design, develop, test and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial processes, including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics along with material flow, cost analysis and production coordination.

Day shift: 5 x 8 hour shifts; Monday to Friday

Interested in joining the dynamic MacDonald Steel? Learn more about our role below!

MacDonald Steel is a privately owned, innovative, state-of-the-art, growing, Canadian company; fabricating, assembling, machining custom parts and components in the forestry, off-road vehicle, energy transmission and other industries. Our valued employees are the roots of our success, and production continues to expand.

Having training and experience are key, but at MacDonald Steel, we believe that it’s what you DO with what you have that counts. Our people are empowered to put their training, experience, and expertise into action.

Responsibilities may include:
Support and initiate Lean Practices in 5S, Kaizen and continuous improvements, value stream mapping and visual controls

Analyze jigs / fixtures using SolidWorks to ensure product accuracy and manufacturing efficiency

Coordinate manufacturing, engineering, and sales activities in accordance with the manufacturing plans so that production schedules can be attained

Develop manufacturing and processing procedures including detailed instructions, drawings, bill of materials, and inspection requirements for each project or work order

Solicit and analyze feedback from shop employees and sales to evaluate results

Apply statistical methods for improving utilization of personnel, materials and utilities

Schedule, expedite and coordinate the delivery and movement of critical material, including material transfers and inventory control

Prepare work and production schedules, monitoring the progress of production projects

Revise and update production documents, procedures and drawings

Skills and Experience:
Graduate of Mechanical Technician / Technologist Program or Material / Operations Management or Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent

Project Management Courses considered an asset

Comprehensive understanding of engineering drawings, schematics and specifications as well as geometric tolerances and dimensions

Detail oriented, accurate and efficient problem solving and time management skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Experience in Solid Works, proficient in Microsoft Office

Experience with designing jigs and fixtures would be an asset

Working knowledge of ERP / MRP systems

What We Can Offer You:
Progressive health and safety program

Interesting and challenging work and projects

Opportunity to see and be involved with our products from start to finish

Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing

RRSP Matching Program

Skills development and training reimbursement

Family oriented (BBQ’s, picnics as well as social and sporting events)

Company paid healthcare benefits and Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

We thank you for your application!

MacDonald Steel strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance.