Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Weir ESCO
Location - Port Hope, ON
Work Arrangement - Onsite
What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.
Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.
What you’ll do
- Process Improvement: Develop and implement process improvements for Weir ESCO’s foundry operations, focusing on safety, cost, delivery, and quality enhancements. Daily activities include identifying gaps, analyzing processes using lean and statistical tools, and collaborating with manufacturing teams to prioritize and execute improvements. Success means measurable improvements in operational efficiency and quality with minimal variation.
- Project Leadership: Lead projects from scoping through execution using internal and external project management best practices. This includes designing/modifying production systems, equipment, and processes, and ensuring quality through FMEAs and Control Plans. The role requires managing competing priorities and delivering projects that align with plant and global objectives.
- Shop Floor Engagement: Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor, building credibility through listening and collaboration with operators, supervisors, and leadership. Incorporate operator input into process improvements and adapt approaches to the unionized environment.
- Technical Expertise: Apply structured problem-solving, process capability analysis, and engineering economic tools to evaluate and reduce process variation. Use Design for Manufacturability concepts and industry research to innovate manufacturing processes.
- Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.
What you’ll bring
Must-haves:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical preferred)
- Minimum 6 years of manufacturing engineering experience
- Proven Project Management skills related to Manufacturing Engineering Improvements.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, adaptable to different audiences
Nice-to-haves:
- Experience managing projects from scoping to execution, including schedule and cost development
- Hands-on manufacturing environment experience with a willingness to work on the floor alongside operators
- Mechanical hobbies or interests that demonstrate practical skills and curiosity
- Experience leading change through influence
Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Career development and learning support
- Access to global inclusion networks
- Regional and team-specific benefits
- Sharebuilder scheme
- Wellness support for you and your family
- Collaboration with global teams
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