Approximately $100,000 per year, depending on experience + 10% bonus
Job category
Engineering - Technical
Type of job
Permanent
Schedule
Day Shift (39 hours/week)
Our client is a manufacturer of specialized products for the landscaping and construction industries, located on Montreal’s South Shore. A human-sized company backed by a large international group, it has more than doubled its revenue over the past five years and continues to grow through significant investments in its facilities across Canada and the United States.
Reporting to the Director of Operations, you will serve as the plant’s technical expert for capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives. In the short term, your focus will be on automation projects and the integration of new equipment both locally and at the group's U.S. facilities. Over time, the production aspect of the role will become increasingly important. You will have a direct impact on the plant’s evolution within an agile organization where responsibilities are shaped around each individual's strengths.
Tasks
Lead capital investment projects (CapEx and OpEx) from scope definition through completion, including needs analysis, technical specifications, feasibility and profitability studies, budgeting, and scheduling.
Coordinate the installation, commissioning, and startup of new equipment and automated production lines while minimizing disruption to operations.
Collaborate with the group’s engineering team, suppliers, and external firms while evaluating technical and commercial proposals.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, equipment reliability, and the reduction of costs and waste.
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
Support production and maintenance teams in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.
Review work methods and workstation layouts to improve efficiency and safety.
Integrate health and safety requirements into equipment design and modifications, and assess process-related risks.
Standardize best practices across multiple sites and train employees on new processes and technologies.
Perform any other related duties as required.
Advantages
Base salary of approximately $100,000, depending on experience.
Annual performance bonus of 10%.
Comprehensive group insurance, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and telemedicine coverage from day one.
Group RRSP with employer contributions of up to 5%, starting upon hire.
Vacation pay of 4% (with the possibility of additional vacation based on experience) and two paid weeks off during the holiday season.
Three personal days per year.
Employee discounts on company products.
Day-shift schedule of 39 hours per week.
International-scale projects within a rapidly growing organization with no history of layoffs.
Career advancement opportunities based on your profile and ambitions.
Job requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
Member in good standing of a Professional Engineering Association (P.Eng. designation or eligibility required).
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience managing capital projects from design through commissioning.
Proven track record of continuous improvement initiatives with measurable results.
Strong knowledge of industrial equipment and automation technologies.
Bilingualism in French and English. Strong technical English skills are required to collaborate regularly with teams and suppliers in the United States.
Availability to travel approximately 15% to 20% of the time, primarily within North America.
Strong autonomy, business acumen, and the ability to drive projects forward in a fast-paced environment.
Desired profile
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong leadership and collaboration abilities.
Highly organized with effective priority-management skills.
Results-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
Ability to positively influence stakeholders at all levels.