Maintenance Automation Supervisor

Job Description  Flex‑N‑Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex‑N‑Gate provides a great opportunity for hard‑working and skilled individuals.
Summary  The Maintenance Automation Supervisor is responsible for designing engineering systems for the automation of industrial tasks and for creating mechanical design documents for parts, assemblies, or finished products. This includes maintaining technical project files, implementing and/or testing design solutions, and creating mechanical models and tolerance analyses to simulate design concepts.
Core Competencies   Time Management
Creative and Innovative Thinking
Development and Continual Learning
Problem Solving
Accountability and Dependability
Research and Analysis
Decision making and Judgement
Providing Consultation
Ethics and Integrity
Planning and Organizing
Mediating and Negotiating
Mathematical Reasoning
Coaching and Mentoring
Communication
Team Work

Job Duties   Calibrate scientific or technical equipment
Select tools, equipment or technologies for use in operations or projects
Develop technical methods or processes
Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical or integrated systems or equipment
Recommend technical design or process changes to improve efficiency, quality or performance
Supervise automation or other technical personnel
Provide technical guidance to other personnel
Create graphical representations of mechanical equipment
Conduct studies to determine the feasibility, costs or performance benefits of new equipment
Research, select or apply sensors, communication technologies, or control devices for motion control, position sensing, and pressure sensing or electronic communication
Identify and select materials appropriate for system designs
Apply automated solutions to the transfer of materials, components or finished goods
Requirements   University Degree in Engineering
Project Management skills and experience, if no full‑time work experience
Knowledge and/or experience in PFMEA techniques
Knowledge and/or experience in Lean Manufacturing Techniques

Experience of participation in a product development team from inception to manufacturing launch including evidence of the imposition of DFM/A into the design
Knowledge and execution experience of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and Process Flow
Proven ability to create and execute project plans that have achieved the identified targets
Excellent planning and organizational skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
The ability to produce succinct reports/presentations to communicate status of assigned projects/tasks
A tenacious personality that will not let an issue be left unresolved
Strong leadership abilities, able to lead effective meetings
Quality Control background including problem solving and root cause analysis would be beneficial
Sound technical background (hands‑on) with logical deductive reasoning approach
Interest in developing technical skills through both internal and external training
Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi‑tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques
Benefits   Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
RRSP retirement savings plan
Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays and vacation time
Flex‑N‑Gate is an equal opportunity employer. Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA.
Winner of Forbes 2024 Canada’s Best Employers Award

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