Technologist - Production Technology (Aerospace) in Stratford-upon-Avon

Are you looking for a dynamic, team-based company with opportunity for development? If so, look no further! Schaeffler Aerospace Canada Inc. is growing in leaps and bounds and is looking to add to its team of great, full-time employees. Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company, and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.

Our Offering:

• Eligible for medical and dental benefits the 1st of the month following date of hire;
• Regular increases, dependent upon performance, until top rate is reached;
• Opportunities for advancement into varying positions with higher pay scales;
• Up to 6% in Pension Matching Contributions, effective 60 days from benefits activation;
• An annual Defined Profit-Sharing Plan (dependent upon company performance);
• Employee Discount programs are available for all employees;
• Clean, bright and climate-controlled production areas.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Realize new production technologies in the plant.
• Provide requirement specification for new machine or equipment.
• Select equipment and technology from the research of different machine tools/equipment and their suppliers.
• Align with capital expenditure approval and purchasing processes.
• Analyze challenges for production of new products (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly).
• Analyze production feasibility for new products. Best process to produce product with cost estimates.
• Review/analyze/consider current production machines/equipment/technology performance information (quality, setup time, cycle time, tool cost, etc.) versus performance of new or improved.
• Provide setup parameter data (e.g. Setup Sheet).
• Provide operator instruction for the technological tasks of the process.
• Assess skill and training level required to achieve qualification regarding the technology.
• Suggest training, coaching and experiences required.

Your Qualifications:

• Technical degree, diploma or experience.
• Experience in manufacturing or similar environment.
• Experience working in functional and cross-functional teams.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Goal and results oriented.
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience in ERP, preferably SAP.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodology for example: Value Streams, MTM, Ergonomics.
• Working knowledge of PCs and applicable software.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves. Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.

Your Contact:

Schaeffler Aerospace Canada Inc.
Jennifer Lois Alexander-Cormier

Schaeffler Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Candidate must be able to pass Canadian Controlled Goods Assessment and criminal background check and be compliant with International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). NOTE: Exemptions to the Canadian government to grant temporary residents/international students access to their export controlled goods is required and takes a minimum of 2 months from offer acceptance for processing. This may delay start dates for candidates on temporary work permits.