About the project
Location: Drummondville (QC)
Company: AAA Canada (mandate for a major player in transportation)
Expected start: April 2026
Type: Full-time, permanent
Are you looking for a new and challenging opportunity that will push the limits of your technical knowledge and expertise and allow you to showcase your skills?
Our manufacturing engineering department is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Coordinator. The primary mandate of this role is to act as an expert in operational excellence and continuous improvement for our plant.
This person will play a leading role in achieving the organization's strategic objectives and will work under the supervision of, and in collaboration with, the Strategic Project Manager.
Benefits
- Sick days to support your well-being.
- Comprehensive group insurance plan.
- Career advancement and professional growth opportunities.
- Stimulating work environment, with large-scale projects in aerospace.
- Health, wellness and development program.
- Competitive salary.
- Employee assistance program.
- Free parking.
Main responsibilities
- Coordinate various mandates with multidisciplinary teams in line with the organization's strategic plan objectives and KPIs.
- Carry out Lean Manufacturing projects, VSM, operation balancing, workstation layout, acquisition and implementation of new equipment, OHS and ergonomics issues, etc.
- Identify, analyze, propose and implement innovative solutions for manufacturing processes to eliminate health and safety issues, increase added value and reduce costs.
- Prepare and lead KAIZEN workshops aimed at continuous process improvement, optimizing operational performance and reducing waste.
- Monitor technological developments and participate in the evaluation of new equipment and technological solutions aimed at automating and optimizing certain plant processes.
- Contribute to the strategy and development of assembly sequences and methods, standard times and operation balancing with a vision of operational excellence.
- Resolve various issues, make decisions aligned with the organization's vision and priorities, and provide necessary support to optimize productivity within the company.
- Design and optimize workstation layouts, work methods and tooling by implementing value-added production initiatives in collaboration with various departments.
- Participate in production ramp-up activities as part of the product development process in co-creation mode with departmental experts (engineering, production, processes, industrialization, quality, logistics & procurement).
Profile
- College or university degree in industrial or mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
- 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar role.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing tools and concepts, waste, VSM, VA/NVA studies, Kaizen methodology, DMAIC, etc.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously according to priorities.
- Effective management of project plans and schedules using Gantt charts.
- Recognized ability to collaborate with all members of the organization, mobilize teams and communicate effectively.
- Strong root cause analysis, problem solving and information synthesis skills.
- Knowledge of and interest in Industry 4.0, including automation, robotics and integration of new industrial technologies.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
- Asset: Bilingualism (English and French) spoken and written.
- Asset: Practical knowledge of 2D and 3D drawing software.
- Asset: Knowledge of occupational health and safety.
Want to contribute to the future of aerospace?
At AAA Canada, we believe in human potential above all. We look beyond resumes: we care about your background, your know-how and your vision.
AAA subscribes to the principle of employment equity and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply.
To apply, send your application to Valerie.bujold@aaa-canada.ca
