Methods Agent

6-Month Temporary Contract | Full-Time | Montreal, Quebec | Hybrid work

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in West Montreal, is looking for a Methods Agent for a 6-month temporary contract.

In this role, you will be at the heart of operations, acting as a bridge between the Production and Engineering teams. You will directly contribute to improving work methods, standardizing processes, and ensuring that production teams have clear, accurate, and up-to-date documentation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to develop their experience in methods engineering, manufacturing engineering, continuous improvement, and production support.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Documentation and Methods

• Develop, update, and maintain SOPs, work instructions, visual aids, and checklists.
• Translate engineering requirements into clear instructions tailored to production operators.
• Maintain and organize manufacturing documentation on digital platforms.
• Ensure the accuracy and standardization of work methods.

Production Support

• Act as a resource for operators and supervisors on the production floor.
• Troubleshoot issues related to methods and processes.
• Gather feedback from production and collaborate with Engineering when changes are required.
• Participate in the implementation of engineering changes and process modifications.
• Communicate changes to teams and contribute to their training.

Continuous Improvement and Manufacturing Engineering

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S, Poka-Yoke, and visual management.
• Conduct time and motion studies.
• Contribute to improving workstations and manufacturing methods.
• Support production systems and digital tools related to operations.

Qualifications

• DEC (college diploma) in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering Technology, or equivalent training.
• 1 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Experience in methods engineering, production support, or process documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes in an electromechanical environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent command of French, both spoken and written.
• French-English bilingualism strongly preferred.

Assets That Will Set You Apart

• Experience conducting time studies and observing workflow.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience with an ERP system or digital documentation platform.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent training in continuous improvement.
• Advanced Excel skills.

Working Conditions

• 6-month temporary contract.
• Full-time: 37.5 hours per week.
• Monday to Friday schedule.
• Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.