engineering manager - manufacturing

Posted on October 02, 2026 by Employer details DEL Windows & Doors Inc.

Job details

*DEL Windows & Doors Inc. *is a leading Canadian manufacturer of high quality, custom residential windows & doors for over 35 years. *Scope of Position:* This position works closely with every aspect of the business to identify process improvement opportunities (remove waste, enhance agility, reduce costs) and help create a sustainable competitive advantage through the use of Continuous Improvement / Lean principles. Also, develops and sustains a Quality Management System to ensure customer-focused market success through process performance and reliability throughout the company. The position responsibilities are as follows: * Support and promote company health and safety initiatives. * Implement Continuous Improvement System via Lean and Quality to support the development and deployment of the future state design and sustainable enterprise-wide improvement processes. * Develop and deploy an effective measurement and reporting system for strategic alignment and focus. * Interact and communicate with all managers, associates, suppliers and customers to help establish Lean values and a complete Quality culture. * Enhance and support the Sales & Operations Planning process by ensuring Value Stream clarity, effective * metrics and defined demand takt times. * Reduce Value Stream cycle times to continually enhance agility through waste elimination & process flow improvements throughout the organization * Lead the transition from MRP-based push manufacturing methodology to Lean-based pull manufacturing methodology with visual controls. * Establish and maintain companywide process documentation system to promote standard work and process integrity. * Ensure end-to-end application of Lean and Quality principles and practices; from New Product Development to Service and Support. * Lead Kaizen Events, 5S, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping, Theory of Constraints Projects, Set-up Reduction, Defect Prevention, Leadership Development and other CI efforts * Coordinate Lean monthly management review meeting and participate in monthly/quarterly/annual corporate led Lean meetings. * Develop, maintain and further refine a Quality Management System that is focused on prevention and efficiency in all functions of the Company. * Establish and maintain the Company Quality Manual to keep current with ongoing organizational needs, including ISO-9000 compliance where appropriate. * Implement ?built-in quality? or ?quality at the source? - meet with suppliers, customers, quality representatives, and Company personnel to discuss and resolve issues as required. * Work with Purchasing to improve and maintain Supplier performance; develop and maintain a Supplier Performance Index to assure that only capable suppliers are retained. * Prepare for and represent the Company during any quality audits. * This role is hands on - 80% on plant floor. The preferred candidate will have: * A demonstrated commitment to promoting a safe work environment * Diploma in Engineering Technology or College Program. * 5+ years hand's on experience within a manufacturing environment. * Experienced in leading a Lean transformation in a manufacturing environment. Green Belt certification is preferred. * Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations. * Demonstrated problem solving and project management skills. * Conceptual Thinking - ability to think in terms of abstract ideas * Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, ERP and other applicable programs. * Must have a win-win mentality & the ability to overcome obstacles. * Requires steady energy and focused planning and organizing skills. * Strong facilitation & training skills needed to deliver Quality and Lean Manufacturing concepts, principles & practices. * Ability to work well with others. Must have strong team-building skills and be successful in facilitating team-based initiatives. * Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, business process improvement knowledge, and ability to train oth