Project Manager

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems products services and digital applications Voith sets standards in the markets of energy paper raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867 the company today has around 20700 employees sales of 48 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Join us at Voith Paper! We are currently looking for a

Project Manager
Hawkesbury ON

Summary:

This Project Engineeris responsible for processing and managing customer account projects in the Voith Roll Shop. The Project Engineer is a problem solver and provides design technical and commercial support of projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities:

Project Manager:

• Effectively support customers by managing customer projects from initial quotation through project completion.
• Interact with customers on engineering design and any questions/challenges they may have.
• Prepare project quotation and documentation.
• Prepare scope of work for all mechanical services modifications and testing.

Facilitator:

• Perform liaison function between engineering and all mechanical services operations for any related issues problems or improvements.
• Interact with customers directly to specify price and communicate progress on repair projects.
• Interact with vendors concerning parts and services they supply to company.
• Interact with outside salespeople to fulfill customer needs.
• Coordinate with internal groups including purchasing quality control sales production accounting metal finishing and assembly.

Engineering:

• Generate and update process documentation work Instructions flow charts etc.
• Review customer source control drawings specification control drawings and other applicable specifications to determine requirements and/or feasibility of the component.
• Interact with mechanical personnel to define and solve manufacturing/design issues and implement cost reduction ideas regarding company products.
• Participate in engineering and general design review as required.
• Prepare preliminary design proposals.

Health Safety and Environmental:

• Demonstrate safe behavior make safety observations and support safety initiatives.
• Provide support for safety investigation.

Quality:

• Assist in root cause investigation and follow up on corrective actions.
• KPI analysis and tracking of corrective actions.

Operational Excellence:

• Promote Lean culture throughout the facility.
• Support Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Support KPI analysis and tracking of corrective actions.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Bachelor of engineering degree from four-year accredited college or university. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Proficiency both in English and in French to interact effectively at all levels of the organization and with clients within Canada and the Us.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• The Project Engineerreceives instruction guidance and direction from others with limited supervision.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Proficient with computers applications MS Office suite ERP including electronic document control and distribution.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Can communicate effectively with other engineers customers shop floor team members etc.
• Knowledge of paper machine rolls paper manufacturing equipment and/or paper mill operations is desired but not required.
• Capable of teaching and coaching other team members.
• Exceptional multi-tasking skills and ability to independently manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to troubleshoot as necessary to achieve swift and accurate project results.
• Professional personable and diplomatic.
• Able to prioritize and act logically amid pressures and deadlines.
• Self-starter
• Work independently
• Dedicated

Voith Group in Canada - Why join our team:

• Comprehensive range of group insurance including medical dental and travel coverage from day 1 for you and your family at no cost
• Salary range between 65 000 to 85 000$/per year depending on experience
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program with Dialogue for you and your family at no cost
• Competitive total compensation
• Group RSP with employer contributions
• Summer schedule
• Work flexibility for work-life balance
• Inclusive environment that values diversity
• Talent development program
• Leadership training program
• Mentorship program
• Reimbursement of tuition fees
• Scholarship program for the children of Voithians
• Reimbursement of annual professional membership fees
• Be part of a company that operates net climate-neutrally at all global locations since 2022
• International assignment opportunities
• Access to expert colleagues throughout the world
• Committed motivated and highly competent colleagues and leaders

* This job description is not all encompassing; however it is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.