ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for all aspects of program management, for specific programs, as outline by the General Manager or designated person, up to and including prototypes, pre-production sample, production start-up, customer launch and monitoring the overall program throughout production. Responsible for all engineering changes to your specific program. Ensure that the product is being manufactured to all engineering/customer and manufacturing specifications. In case of a quality concern, you will be consulted and involved in resolving the issue at hand. Ensure that all drawings, etc., are up to date, making sure that all customer requirements and specifications are met. Responsible to keep the communication lines open between the various departments, including production, tool room quality assurance, and engineering departments. This also includes communicating with associates at other Multimatic Divisions, as necessary. Responsible to keep Management informed on a regular basis as to the status of the program that are directly related to you. In the case of any critical items on the program, responsible to bring this to Management's attention immediately. Act as liaison between customer and company. Be involved and provide technical support on all product launches both within the company and at the customer. Follow up on correspondence with the customer either verbally and/or in writing concerning all aspects of the project. Investigate, analyze, and present cost saving proposals to management and then to customer. Be involved in any presentations made to the customer. Ensure all correspondence pertaining to project is tracked and distributed accordingly. Investigate and keep abreast of new state of the art technologies, which may enhance the profitability of the company. Perform engineering and manufacturing feasibility studies Prepare internal quotes for new/existing programs and all engineering changes, submit for review/approvals, prepare customer breakdowns and review for completeness. Analyze rejected quotes for improvements for future quotes, complete and act upon quote vs. actual comparisons. Assist in preparation of quotes and work with purchasing in procuring quotes for current and future cost saving proposals. Establish program timing parameters and ensure schedules are maintained. Analyze and assist in tooling and manufacturing process development for opportunities to improve costs and increase inventory turnovers. Work with Process Engineer and related department managers/supervisors to plan and implement new or revised process flows for improving plant layout and efficiencies. Provide direction to Continuous Improvement Team (C.I.T.) by establishing goals and timing schedules to meet objectives. Review all projects with team and General Manager. Participate and follow up on future business opportunities. Assist in the procuring and sourcing of tooling and equipment for new programs. Assist the Tooling Engineer, Quality Engineer & Process Engineer to ensure said tooling/equipment complies with the company's and customer's specifications, standards and expectations. Participate in VAVE workshops prior to product launch and after Job 1. Working as a team to establish measurement indicators for cost improvements, efficiencies, etc. Dedicate your efforts towards maximizing the profitability of the company. Maintain the confidentiality of the company and its business. Participate in and provide expert advice to "Employee Involvement Teams". Aid in meeting or exceeding all objectives/requirements of the business plan. Maintain good employee relations. Observe all company safety rules, policies and procedures. Ensure a high standard of business ethics is maintained. Work in compliance with ISO 14001 / TS16949 standards. Will work in compliance with all legislative requirements of the OHSA and will be accountable for specific Health & Safety responsibilities, as outlined under “Safety & Environmental Responsibilities – Office & Production Employees. Ensure that customer contact is maintained on a regular basis through personal visits to customer facility as required. Ensure that AGM/BDM is updated on a continuous basis regarding program status. Must be able to work independently; must present an image to customer of total company commitment, maintain ownership of program and work effectively with others to co-ordinate all aspects of the job. Once aware of a product or process non-conformance, to stop further processing and inform area supervisor or manager responsible. Maintains due diligence in regard to environmental matters, minimize any potentially harmful accidents and work in compliance with ISO 14001. Will follow the environmental guidelines for aspects as outlined in the job training requirements. Track program through impeccable maintenance of quote log, quote spreadsheet, feasibility forms, meeting minutes, task assignments, timelines, cost trackers, gate reviews, capital spending, tooling investment. Issue ECN’s and conduct kick-off meetings. Perform other duties as determined by the General Manager and AGM/BDM. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE College or university degree in mechanical engineering, tool and die experience and/or tool and die design. Experience in either engineering or tooling with an automotive background. Automotive manufacturing experience is a must. Excellent problem-solving techniques required. Travel as requested by company and customer. Training in: SPC, DFMEA / PFMEA, GD&T, APQP & PPAP, Effective Problem Solving & 8D, DOE. Familiarity with company and customer quality systems. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram from and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGMENT SKILLS · Ability to interact with all levels of employees in the organization. · Excellent knowledge of the assembly, tool room and press shop equipment. · Computer skills in the areas of databases, spreadsheets, and word processing, program timelines · Drafting and drawing skills. To learn more about Multimatic, check out our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psOjJIh3t90 If you are interested in this position, apply by sending us your cover letter and resume. We thank all interested candidates in advance; however, only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. As part of our commitment to ensuring our employment practices are fair, accessible, and inclusive of persons with disabilities, recruitment-related accommodations for disabilities, are available upon request throughout the recruitment and assessment process for applicants with disabilities. Multimatic is a global enterprise supplying engineered components, systems and services to the automotive industry. The company's success has been fueled by its ability to attract and motivate a team of highly skilled and passionate individuals who want to make a difference. With expanding facilities around the world, including in Canada, the US, the UK, Germany, Mexico, Japan and China, there is always room in Multimatic's growing team for people who share a dedication to technical excellence, quality and enthusiasm.

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