Industrial Engineer in Cambridge, Ontario at Preformed Line Products Canada Limited

• Establish and maintain effective cost reduction and control activities in an independent environment. Responsible for standards program.

Reports to: Operations Manager

Primary work location: Montréal, Québec

Travel requirement: 10% of the time

• Support new product introduction (NPI) from an industrialization perspective.
• Analyze and optimize production workflows, layouts, and resource utilization to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), time studies, and work instructions.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, etc.).
• Design and implement performance measurement tools and KPIs to monitor process improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain.
• Evaluate automation opportunities and contribute to capital investment planning.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and environmental regulations.
• Perform special assignments on a project basis.
• Technical representation with clients (projects, support, quality, sales) and vendors.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance engineering and quality needs.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability.
• A strong ability to be adaptable and flexible.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment.
• Highly motivated, results oriented, driven.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work with precision and efficiency in tight deadlines.
• Spoken languages: French / English Bilingual.
• Written languages: French / English Bilingual

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (new grads with strong internships may be considered).
• Proficiency with process mapping, layout design, and productivity analysis.
• Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience in Creo and EPICOR (an asset).

• Experience with Industry 4.0 tools and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience in metal fabrication and high-mix/low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Results orientated, goal oriented and able to implement programs and adapt to change.
• Excellent written and oral skills.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, team building and advanced coaching skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate people, assess and develop employee skills.

• Full Time, permanent position
• Work schedule, 40 hours a week.

Overview

PLP protects the world’s most critical connections by creating stronger and more reliable network.

PLP's critical infrastructure solutions serve a wide range of customers, including:

- Power utilities

- Telecommunications network operators

- Cable television and broadband service providers

- Construction contractors

- Agricultural enterprises

- Corporations and enterprise networks

- Government agencies

- Educational institutions

PLP has been manufacturing in Canada since 1985. Our two ISO 9001 certified facilities and local engineering team allow the company to respond to Canadian customers’ needs quickly and with precision.

With locations in over 20 countries, PLP and its Canadian subsidiary PLP Canada work as a united global corporation, delivering high-quality products, and unparalleled service to customers in Canada.

A steadfast commitment to quality is not just a goal at PLP, it's the guiding principle of everything we do. You can rest assured that the reliability of our products and the dedication of our people are the things that make PLP "The Connection You Can Count On. ®"

PLP is the connection you can count on, for our people, our clients, and our communities.

We offer a competitive pay and benefits package that includes, life insurance, health insurance, dental insurance, vacation days and paid holidays and a deferred profit-sharing retirement program.

We are a company that values new ideas and opinions, and we encourage our employees to ask questions in the spirit of continuous improvement. We promote a balance of work and family as an important aspect that helps sustain the long-term growth and health of all our employees. We value diversity and inclusion and foster a workplace in which all employees respect one another and work together to achieve common goals. The company also has annual social activities and a service awards program, that recognize the ongoing contributions of employees every year.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided to candidates with disabilities during the recruitment and selection process. If you are invited to participate in the process and require an accommodation, please let us know in advance.