Manufacturing Process Engineer – Fiber Optics Manufacturing

Company Overview

OZ Optics Limited is a leading worldwide supplier of fiber optic products, test equipment and sensors. It is located in Canada’s capital city of Ottawa and established in 1985.

Company Perks:

• Every employee receives full benefits including medical, dental, optical and life insurance with the premiums paid for by OZ Optics.
• Opportunity to work along side with subject matter experts in fiber optics
• Opportunity to work on world-class products with cutting-edge technologies
• Best recreational facilities company can offer. Squash and basketball courts, weight-training rooms, indoor pool, sauna, and hot tub for use by employees
• Staff events – adult and children’s holiday parties, Easter egg hunt, family summer barbeque, and soccer games.
• Free on-site parking

Position Summary:

• Work closely with Operations and the Manufacturing Process Manager to provide support with current issues, and to evaluate our existing manufacturing processes and methods in order to provide recommendations to reduce costs and improve processes.

Typical Duties:

• Direct involvement in developing new and improving old process to allow the maximization of production resources, in alignment with the organization’s objectives.
• Establishing labour standards for assembly operations and monitor performance to the standards.
• Developing and recommending equipment and workstation layout to optimize production efficiency.
• Communicating effectively and efficiently with internal and external customers
• Accountable for preparing project plans and executing on project deliverables for medium to high complexity programs.
• Determines and performs appropriate testing for the purpose of qualifying a new process or technology.
• Conducts equipment and process capability studies.
• Responsible for the introduction and implementation of automated processes and technologies.
• Perform FMEA, PPAP and capability studies as required.

Education:

• Engineering degree in Industrial or Mechanical engineering preferred, or a combination of Post-secondary education and experience.
• Formal education and experience in quality assurance concepts and techniques is an asset.

Experience:

• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment at a technical capacity.
• 2+ years of practical experience in Process Improvement and/or QA is considered an asset.

Skills:

• Creative problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written
• Able to manage and co-ordinate multiple priorities in various conditions and constraints
• Ability to understand technical issues
• Excellent computer skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication along with organizational abilities
• Able to carry out positive interactions with different levels within the organization.
• Ability to build trust and cooperation within a multi-cultural and interdisciplinary team.
• Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Remote interview process
Personal protective equipment provided or required
Plastic shield at work stations
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Virtual meetings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures

Work remotely:

• No