Job Description

Industrial Designer

The Designer works as part of a team and individually to develop solutions for customer packaging requirements. This position is based out of our Aylmer, ON location. Some travel is required. Candidate must have a valid driver's license. Standard working hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Some overtime and weekend shifts will be required. This position reports to the Department Manager or their designate.

Responsibilities

Product Design & Development

Development of designs to meet or exceed all customer requirements and expectations Development and maintenance of 3D Models (Solidworks), project bills of materials, drawing packages, and related project documentation Releasing Projects for prototyping and production Review of designs or prototypes with shop / sub-contractors for Fit Form and Function Review of designs or prototypes with customers and recording of all change requests Reverse engineer supplied designs from physical samples, or drawings Resolve product design and quality issues Learn, recognize, and apply standard designs and customer standards as applicable

Project Management

Work on multiple projects and tasks at various stages of development concurrently Manage time effectively to achieve deadlines Support and communicate with Production Control, Project & Program Managers, Manufacturing teams, and Customers as required Support quoting and purchasing activities as required Provide inputs to ongoing scheduling and task management activities

Production Support

Provide support to production and Quality Control departments Preparation and maintenance of all required project documentation Prepare quality check sheets Assist with fixture development Review and Approval of 1st articles at PakFab or Subcontractor's facility- release of projects for full production Assist production in solving issues which arise during production Assist with confirming quality of incoming materials
Other duties as assigned included but not limited to:

Prepare drawings based off existing assemblies and parts Input into development and improvement of processes, systems, and standards Offer expertise and experience in brainstorming discussions Support Corporate/Departmental Policies & Procedures Some interaction with customers Hands-on support of Prototype and manufacturing Departments

Requirements

Minimum 2-5 years of design experience Strong working knowledge of Solidworks and Microsoft Office Working knowledge of steel fabrication, materials and manufacturing processes Self-motivated, results oriented, budget minded Creative, methodical thinker and problem solver Excellent attention to detail Thrives in fast paced and dynamic environment under high pressure Effective communicator Positive attitude Experience with automotive racking, or packaging an asset Experience with product design and development an asset Engineering degree an asset
PakFab Engineered Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with AODA and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, upon request, accommodation will be provided by PakFab Engineered Solutions throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact us at 519-622-1839 ext. 425 or to make your needs known in advance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$29.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site parking RRSP match Tuition reimbursement Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Aylmer, ON N5H 3H3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

SolidWorks: 2 years (preferred) CAD: 2 years (required) Manufacturing: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person