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PLATINUM STAFFING SOLUTIONS CANADA

SENIOR GEOTECHNICAL/ MATERIALS ENGINEERING TECH

EDMONTON, ALBERTA

$75ks+

Our client’s Geotechnical Engineering group provides comprehensive geotechnical services to our clients, ranging from field explorations and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures. This is where great people and great ideas truly make a difference. Our client’s professionals provide specialized services such as rock mechanics and geosynthetic testing, underwater inspection of foundation elements, and seismic remediation design, setting our client apart from other consultants. Our client’s structure cultivates career growth and provides opportunities as unique as you are.

Responsibilities:

Our client’s Edmonton office has an immediate opening for a Senior Geotechnical/ Materials Engineering Technologist who is seeking an organization with significant growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Working on and Managing a variety of small to large projects spanning from transportation, residential, commercial and industrial developments as well as linear corridors and Geohazard work.
Overseeing field construction support services from a senior technical standpoint which includes consstruction review and materials testing.
Performing construction review/QA/QC Client management.
Preparation and review of materials testing reports.
Mentoring, coaching and training of less experienced professionals as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a post secondary degree in civil engineering technology.
• CET designation would certainly be an asset.
• Minimum of 12 years experience in geotechnical consulting primarily in Alberta or Western Canada.
• Strong client management experience.
• A self starter who is innovative and enjoy working in a team environment.
• Direct project experience on Alberta Transportation projects would be considered an asset.

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SENIOR PROCESS ENGINEER
CONFIDENTIAL, OKLAHOMA

Provides technical and project management expertise relating to all projects including process improvement projects for new and/or existing plastic thermoformed products.
Works within the plant as required to develop process engineering documantation systems and suditing procedures. 
Areas of expertise include but are not limited to:  applicable materials and equipment knowledge, FMEA’s , Process capability studies, Gage R&R’s, Root cause analysis and DOE’s.
Acts as an internal liaison to the Project Management Dept as a technical expert. Generates, maintains and adheres to project expense and capital budgets. 
Generates product cost data for new and/or revised product costing estimates.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Should have at least 5 years experience in a manufacturing and / or project management environment with multiple plant responsibility.

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PLANT MANAGER
CONFIDENTIAL – ALBERTA, ONTARIO, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Our client, a leader in food processing, is looking for a Plant Manager with:
P.Eng designation
BSc – Food Science or Chemical Engineering
HACCP Certification +
Food Industry Experience

The Plant Manager provides leadership and direction to the plant in all areas of responsibility including administration, production, processing, packaging, quality, maintenance, warehousing, shipping, purchasing, safety, and environmental.

Directs the overall activities of the manufacturing facilities of the plant to ensure customer orders are received, scheduled, produced and shipped at the lowest possible cost to meet the customers’ requirements while maintaining corporate established quality standards.

Analyzes plant operations to ensure that the facility maintains a leadership position in the industry and that it takes advantage of new processes and technologies that become available.

Is responsible for expense control, including shrink, labor and overhead costs utilizing Continuous Improvement techniques.

Develops annual manufacturing expense budget in accordance with forecasted sales volumes and planned inventory levels.

Develops and manages implementation of plant capital budget.

Provides reliable and accurate information to finance to ensure that end of month closing schedules are met.

Ensures that appropriate standard operating procedures (SOP’s) are developed and maintained for all aspects of the business.

Implements plant safety programs and ensure compliance with good manufacturing practices (GMP’s).

Is responsible for the Food Security Policy/Program to assess potential food security risks and to ensure food security preventive measures are being implemented and routinely audited regarding the manufacturing, handling and storage of all food ingredients as well as finished goods.

Is liason between management, engineers and departments within local and branch facilities

Is responsible for environmental compliance.

Collaborates with other plant managers within the company to share best practices

Is responsible for maintaining proper staffing levels, employee performance evaluations, discipline, and employee commendation.

Is responsible for the overall succession planning and development of plant management staff.

For those facilities with a collective bargaining agreement, additional responsibilities will include assisting in contract negotiations, grievances and arbitrations and all aspects of contract management.

Ensures compliance with all Company Corporate policies and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Engages in the typical responsibilities of a manager requiring planning, evaluating, organizing, integrating, and controlling.

Has supervisory responsibility involving staffing, conducting performance appraisals, training and developing subordinates, promotions, salary increases, terminations, disciplinary actions, etc.

Job Requirements
PEng Designation
Bachelor’s degree (BSc).
Minimum of 10+ years of hands-on experience in food processing plant operations or food industry
Must be able to demonstrate a thorough understanding of regulatory laws and responsibilities as relative to processing and filling and general facility standards.
Demonstrates basic understanding of budgeting, cost control and federal milk marketing reporting.
Demonstrates a passion for learning and a willingness to build new skills.
Must be able to define, diagnose, and resolve problems.
Ability to have an organization-wide perspective and understand how the business operates.
Ability to understand the vision of the organization and translate it into specific plans and actions that achieve desired results.
Must be a strong executor who has the ability to assist with strategy development at all levels of the organization to drive business performance.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs; ability to lead people through change
Ability to work collaboratively with all departments, management levels within the company, and external stakeholders.
Ability to successfully influence peers and senior leadership.
Ability to develop, coach, and mentor talent for current and future needs.
Ability to recognize opportunities to simplify processes and create efficiencies.

Additional Skills Preferred

Own and drive key programs/projects related to lowering cost of production
Own and drive sustainable Continuous Improvement programs/projects around quality, service, safety and performance
Own and drive and building standardization across operations under your direction.
Own, drive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across managed facility Utilization of structured methodologies (i.e. LEAN, Six Sigma) to develop processes and procedures for organization.

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MILLWRIGHT

Our client is looking for Journeyman Millwright to join their team.
 
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for plant repairs and maintenance activities, pneumatic and programmable logic controls, fabrication of equipment and parts and replacement of defective pieces

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate must a safety conscious individual who is a  Millwright or Dual Ticketed  with experience in the manufacturing sector.

You will have experience in the operation of precision metal cutting, such as lathes, milling machines, drills and grinders. You will have excellent documentation, communication and intermediate computer skills.

The ability to work shift -work, overtime and the ability to respond to Emergency Call-Ins as required

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Job Description: Our client is searching for a Mechanical Engineer with Piping System Design experience.

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General:  Responsible for repair and maintenance of processing packaging equipment to ensure ongoing, cost effective operations, in a multi shift environment.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

§  Develop and maintain a preventative maintenance program to maintain production machinery and equipment in proper working condition.

§  Supervise mechanics and electricians including; assigning work, performance management, training, motivating, and continue to develop the relationship between the operators and Maintenance crew

§  Monitor and track department performance and take action when needed

§  Analyze inefficiencies, recommend, plan and implement equipment needs to achieve cost reduction, and improve product quality and processes.

§  Oversee maintenance of material, supplies and repair parts at required levels by initiating requisitions for purchase; periodically review inventory for proper upkeep at plant facilities.

§  Oversee work order program to ensure work orders approved are completed in a timely

§  Maintain company property to regulatory standards, (state, local, safety, and GMPs).

§  Ensure GMP and safety policies are followed by direct reports and contractors.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

·         Minimum grade 12, or equivalent, and previous manufacturing experience

·         Possess a Millwright and/or Electrician license

·         5 – 10 years experience in repair and overhaul, troubleshooting of processing , packaging and material handling equipment

·         Previous experience in a food manufacturing environment in a similar supervisory role

·         Strong knowledge and experience  in developing an EAM program

·         Experience with welding and machining.

·         Knowledge or manufacturing and assembly techniques

·         Good mechanical aptitude with trouble shooting and analytical abilities

·         Able to prioritize and handle multiple issues

·         Detail oriented and excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

·         Ability to work well under pressure

·         Must have a demonstrated history of safe work habits

·         Willing to work cooperatively in a team environment

·         Able to read and interpret Blue prints, CAD drawing

·         Knowledge or experience in hot work and confined space permits

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