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Overview

Overview

The Apprentice – Millwright position is responsible for maintaining production and facility equipment in working condition for maximum uptime.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Complete work assignments ensuring work is completed thoroughly and in a timely manner.

· Perform outlined procedures for regular machine preventive/predictive maintenance program.

· Conduct troubleshooting and repair activities for machine breakdowns as necessary.

· Install new equipment coordinated with outside services, as required.

· Establish and maintain maintenance standards and develop and recommend maintenance programs.

· Notify appropriate personnel of stock deficiencies and tool/material requirements.

· Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements in the facility’s geographic location i.e. TS 16949, OHSAS 18001:2007, ISO 14001:2004.

· Support and maintain the department lean initiatives as set out in LPS system requirements.

· Maintain performance standards.

· Apply and write the Provincial examination within one year of completion date of apprenticeship

Credentials

· High School Diploma or equivalent general education. Successful candidates must provide proof of Grade 12 (or GED) to Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.

· Related work experience and/or training in a machining environment (high volume automotive manufacturing environment considered an asset.

· Experience with CNC machines considered an asset.

· Computer fundamentals considered an asset; with strong mathematical skills.

· Exposure to modern manufacturing techniques (Six Sigma, LEAN mfg.) considered an asset.

· Knowledge of IATF 16949 and related procedures.

· Ability to safely lift up to 40-45 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Desired Characteristics

· Possess good communication skills, both verbal and written

· Possess exceptional interpersonal skills.

· Able to demonstrate multitasking skills and deal with a rapidly changing work environment.

· Adhere to all company policies and practices.

· Work in compliance of Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.

· Strong Electronic/Mechanical background is considered an asset.

· Demonstrate flexibility and work between departments as required.

· Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills required.

· Well organized and able to work with minimum supervision.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

The Accounting Clerk is responsible for reporting to the facility Accounting Manager providing efficient clerical support while preparing invoices and statements, reconciling accounts and posting to general ledgers and other accounting records based on standard accounting practices.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations
 

• Enter A/R Payments and review outstanding invoices.
• Follow up with customer for past due accounts.
• Enter customer PO’s into the system.
• Prepare monthly adjustments, reversing journal entries and accruals.
• Assist with monthly account reconciliations, and intercompany reconciliation.
• Ensure payment for capital assets and maintain current subledger for all fixed assets.
• Various month end duties completed by assigned deadline.
• Review accounting discrepancies with appropriate department.
• Generates reports.
• Petty cash management.
• May be required for payroll or reception backup.
• Maintain accuracy in financial records while paying attention to detail.
• Ability to solve discrepancies in accounting data.
• Interpret accounts and financial statements for accountants and management.

Credentials
 

• High School Diploma or an equivalent general education and work experience.
• Previous related background experience.
• Working knowledge of computer programs such as word processing, database, spreadsheet and financial software.
• Demonstrate working knowledge IFS, SAP BPC

 
Desired Characteristics
 

• Interact with others demonstrating good communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Possess organization skills dealing with a variety of tasks.
• Ability to work in a team setting assisting others to complete routine tasks efficiently.
• Ability to learn additional functionality in the ERP system, work procedures, and expand financial knowledge in areas.

 
What Linamar Has To Offer
 

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Social committees and sports trams.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

87 Campbell Road, Guelph, Ontario, N1H 1B9, CA

The Production Supervisor position is responsible for coordinating and direct the activities of the production department to maximize productivity and minimizing costs while maintaining quality. Primarily accountable for inspecting product to verify production specifications are met and train and supervise production personnel. Additional responsibilities include directing shift supervisors on production volume, quality standards, cost constraints and scheduling requirement ensuring effective utilization and maintenance of plant resources, recommend major equipment purchases.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Manage, initiate, and direct the activities of employee's and equipment.

· Allocating work to employees, setting production targets and communicating precise instructions.

· Ensure effective employee relations.

· Respond to employee concerns promptly and work with HR to resolve.

· Monitor and initiate training activities in their department and all related documentation.

· Works and ensures that all employees work in a safe manner, in a safe environment.

· Conduct employee meetings.

· Complete performance evaluations for their department as required.

· Perform weekly safety inspections, 5s inspections, Layered Audits.

· Complete tasks as assigned from Monthly Workplace Inspections.

· Participate in the corrective action process.

· Able to troubleshoot equipment.

· Speak with managers and supervisors to explain progress of jobs and to obtain instructions and tasks.

· Teach employees and less experienced workers to install new equipment, perform maintenance tasks and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults.

· Develop and plan employees’ days, schedule appointments and adjust schedules.

· Assume a wide variety of roles to coordinate job tasks with those of junior workers, co-workers and subcontractors.

Credentials

· High School Diploma or equivalent general education.

· Journeyman/woman trade certification in related field considered an asset.

· Minimum three years of machine shop experience and supervision experience considered an asset.

· Ability to operate and troubleshoot machines and equipment.

· Ability to use basic computer applications and software such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

· Able to read completed inspection forms to ensure all maintenance, repair and inspection tasks have been adequately completed by workers.

· Identify structures and locate dimensions in scale drawings.

Desired Characteristics

· Knowledge of applicable employment and safety legislation.

· Ability to continuously learn to keep up with new technologies, new products, new information and regulatory changes within industry.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

The Material Handler Position will be responsible for playing a key role in supporting our production and shipping team in a fast-paced work environment. Your function as a tow motor operator will be to support the production lines, load, unload and move materials as needed throughout the facility.

Positions are available on all Shifts

Essential Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks in shipping and receiving areas.
• Manually pick, package, bank or wrap a variety of materials.
• Neatly store material in proper storage areas.
• Maintain flow of material to all machines and assembly areas, first in, first out.
• Take parts for final inspection and or in process inspection area to shipping.
• Assist in emptying waste in outside containers.
• Empty all chip bins in proper containers.
• Keep all manufacturing and shipping and receiving areas well organized.
• Ensure that plant is clean and organized at all times.
• Inspect tow motors before each shift and ensure documentation is completed.
• Report any unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Participation in continuous improvement programs.
• Other duties assigned as needed.

Qualifications and Skills

• High school Diploma or equivalent general education.
• Prior fork truck driving experience is required.
• Prior computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel and Access preferred.
• Ability to Interact with various personnel to confirm details, coordinate tasks and discuss concerns and resolutions.
• Able to work in a team and independently as needed.

What  Linamar Has To Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits and Pension Packages
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Shift Premiums & Production Bonus
• Personal Protective Equipment Allowance
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Social committees and sports teams

41 Minto Road, Guelph, Ontario, N1K 1H5, CA

Performance Expectations

• Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine layout of plumbing system, water supply
• Network and waste and drainage systems
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain domestic, commercial or industrial plumbing fixtures and systems
• Locate and mark positions for pipe connections, passage holes and fixtures in walls and floors
• Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings
• Measure, cut, bend and thread pipes using hand and power tools or machines
• Join pipes using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement or soldering, brazing and welding equipment
• Test pipes for leaks using air and water pressure gauges
• Travel to job sites to complete work
• Train and oversee apprentices and labourers
• Ensure that all work is completed according to plumbing code
• Maintain and organized and clean work vehicle and work site
• Cleaning the job site after work is completed
• Answer client questions
• Complete work orders
• Work rotating on-call for emergency service
• Complete jobs independently or as part of a team, depending on the specific assignment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Credentials

• Successful completion of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, preferably in a technical program.
•  Successful completion of a current Ontario license for Journeyman Plumber 306A or Pipefitter 307A. A 307A steamfitter license is also acceptable and or Sr. Apprentices
•  Minimum of 3 years experience, or schooling
• Willing to learn on the job
• Good math and measurement skills
• Excellent manual dexterity
• Exceptional active listening and problem-solving skills
• Plumbing license (senior apprentices will also be considered)
• Gas Technician 3 (asset but not required)
• Gas Technician 2 (asset but not required)
• Backflow tester (asset but not required)

Desired Characteristics

· Able to discuss work orders, equipment malfunctions and job task coordination with co-workers.

· Perform tasks independently under general direction.

· Able to work in a team setting when necessary to install and overhaul larger pieces of equipment and complete industrial systems.

· Maintain continuous learning by reading manuals and bulletins.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

32 Independence Place, Guelph, Ontario, N1K 1H8, CA

Job Summary

Performs complex or extensive scope business analysis work, including business process analysis, gathering information on and interpreting business requirements and models.

Responsibility

• Define scope and objectives on assigned projects. 
• Prepare functional process charts to analyze business operations. 
• Plan, design or modify practical manual and automated business procedures. 
• Assist with the design of business processes and documentation. 
• Prepare detailed specifications for business applications. 
• Follow PPLM (Project & Product Linamar Methodology) on all Projects. 
• Perform a lead role in the planning, design, development, and deployment of new business applications and enhancements to existing business applications. 
• Meet with decision makers, systems owners, and end users to define business requirements and systems goals, and identify and resolve business systems issues. 
• Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems to aid management in making implementation decisions. 
• Work with QA team to coordinate and perform in-depth tests, for modified and new systems. 
• Analyze and organize large data sets to identify insights and present them in user-friendly formats, enabling informed business decisions.
• Conduct research on hardware and software products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing. 
• Provide orientation and training to end users for all modified and new systems. 
• Meet with clients to discuss topics such as project activities, technical specifications, current business practices, growth plans, regulatory and reporting requirements and security risks. 
• Conduct unit testing to validate data accuracy and ensure system outputs align with business requirements and use cases.
• Check calculations on supplier invoices. Confirm quantities, prices and amounts, check tax calculations and verify totals.
• Various special projects and ad hoc requests as assigned.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• University degree or college diploma in the field of computer science, information science, management information systems, business administration, finance or a related discipline. 
• PMI CAPM/PMP certification or relevant courses are preferred.

Required Skills/Experience

• Minimum of three years of work experience as a System Analyst, Project Lead, Business Analyst, Accounting or Finance Manager. 
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft T-SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS and / or Oracle database 
• Knowledge of business applications (OneStream, SAP BPC) and ERP systems (IFS, SAP, JD Edwards, etc.).
• Ability to interpret process flow charts to understand what data is captured and how it travels between various applications and hardware components.
• Ability to assess the suitability of database platforms and software applications such as enterprise reporting tools and online transaction processing systems. 
• Must have an in-depth understanding of project management methodologies and how to apply them. 
• Ability to work independently and on teams 

The Janitor position is responsible for cleaning, painting and maintaining the interior and exterior of buildings, equipment,  facilities and their surrounding grounds. Additional responsibilities include waste removal and maintaining clean conditions to ensure safety and cleanliness. 

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Run floor scrubber.

· Empty garbage and recycling bins when required.

· Vacuum, sweep, and mop all required areas.

· Wash or scrub designated areas and equipment as required.

· Maintain outside company property when required.

· Work in conjunction with maintenance and production personnel as needed.

· Calculate cost of supplies by multiplying unit prices by quantities and totaling them.

Credentials

· High School Diploma or equivalent general election.

· Previous cleaning or janitorial experience considered an asset.

· Able to interact with employees to provide and receive job-related information, assess cleaning situations and discuss solutions.

· Ability to read and understand Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) labels on products to understand applicable safety cautions.

Desired Characteristics

· Ability to handle complaints and respond to emergency situations.

· Ability to work independently, but coordinate work schedules with others.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

355 Massey Road, Guelph, Ontario, N1K 1B2, CA

The Engineer - Process position will be responsible for determining the operations for fabrication and assembly of products by reviewing parts drawings, specifications, and other engineering data. Primarily accountable for planning, scheduling, conducting, or coordinating phases of major engineering projects in addition to developing sequence of operations, estimate time requirements for each, and prepare operation sheets.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

 400 Massey Road, Guelph, Ontario, N1K 1C4, CA

• Work with production planning to set shop priorities and ensure all necessary tools and documentation needed in the plant are available.
• Attend Advance Quality Planning meetings to finalize design of required fixtures and tooling.
• Interface with suppliers of raw material and tools to establish engineering requirements for start of production.
• Investigate and find resolution of specific processing problems for assigned projects and parts.
• Prepare quotations for new jobs, including material and processing costs, tooling, gauges and capital investment costs if required.
• Participate in productivity improvement investigations.
• Conduct time studies.
• Maintain ongoing process control through quality troubleshooting and process improvement investigation.
• Regular review of all processes and operator instructions for assigned customers to ensure accuracy and conformance to actual procedures.
• Collect data and develop statistics to describe equipment and system functionality.
• Estimate durations of development, fabrication, construction and repair tasks.
• Define which materials and equipment to use for projects and select appropriate codes.
• Complete work order and change work order forms to notify key parties about projects.
• Assume project management roles to co-ordinate the involvement of other engineers, contractors, technicians and suppliers.

Credentials

• Post-Secondary education in Engineering or Equivalent.
• Minimum three years of related experience.
• Knowledge/work experience in machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, CNC and Special purpose machines.
• Working knowledge of ISO-TS16949 and ISO 14001, and with mechanical blueprint interpretation including GD and T.
• Good computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining (i.e. AutoCAD, CAD/CAM and SolidWorks).

Desired Characteristics

• Able to interact with supervisors or managers and integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects.
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Social committees and sports teams.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

The Materials Coordinator position, under general supervision, responsible for establishing the quantity and order date for materials needed to meet the master production schedule. In addition, initiate purchase or production requisitions as appropriate.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Coordination and release of vendor materials to meet daily production schedules.

· Directly influence weekly and long term production requirements for all lines, through the daily analysis of customer releases.

· Manage inventory stock levels by applying advanced inventory control techniques; monitoring and update minimum and maximum stock levels.

· Inventory management; maintain target inventory level for raw and finished good products, cycle counting and physical inventory.

· Develop and maintain weekly and daily shipping schedules for all customers and vendors.

· Utilize customer software systems to communicate their daily standards.

· Dispute any infractions to our Customer rating when applicable.

· Maintain close support with all Subcontracting suppliers to ensure all schedules are being met.

· Expediting of all customer and vendor requirements when necessary.

· Coordination of transportation and vendor releases to assure the timely delivery of materials and to minimize freight costs.

· Generation of Customer and Vendor Delivery performance metrics.

· Perform monthly Physical inventory, when necessary by Materials Manager.

· Maintaining computerized inventory control system in conjunction with manual systems.

· Provide information to customs department for clearing incoming/outbound shipments, i.e. purchased items, raw material, machines, etc.

· Receive assignments from supervisors at beginning of each shift and plan how best to sequence tasks to meet deadlines.

· Complete forms, such as weekly inventory sheets.

· Communicate with suppliers to confirm details, such as purchase order numbers.

· Calculate invoices and accept cash, cheque or credit card payments from customers.

Credentials

· Post-Secondary education in Materials Management or related experience.

· Minimum two years production planning experience in a manufacturing environment.

· MRP and Web-based Customer System (Ford DDL, GM SupplyPower, DCX S.M.A.R.T.) considered an asset.

· Knowledge of QS9000, TS16949 and ISO14001.

· Ability to read forms, such as invoices, parts order forms, packing slips and bills of lading.

· Use computer-operated machinery such as print delivery slips using computerized printers.

Desired Characteristics

· Ability to work with a partner and independently as needed.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.

· Social committees and sports teams.

· Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.