Manufacturing Engineer

London, Ontario

We think every breath is as important as the next. That’s why we create better systems to improve the air around you, producing healthier environments for happier families. With quality air comes quality care.

About Airia:

Airia Brands inc. is part of the Zehnder Group AG, Switzerland a global leader in creating energy-efficient solutions for a healthy and comfortable indoor climate. Airia is the market leader in the manufacture and marketing of residential and commercial HVAC solutions including HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilators) and ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilators).  We refresh the indoor air you breathe and exhaust the stale air for a healthier home environment. Our ERV/HRV products are marketed under the Lifebreath brand name. Visit our website at www.lifebreath.com.

Job Summary: 

The Manufacturing Engineer drives continuous improvement by developing and optimizing manufacturing processes. This role focuses on improving efficiency, reducing downtime, enhancing layouts and material flow, and driving practical, hands-on improvements to support high-quality, cost-effective manufacturing. Key responsibilities include improving workflows, reducing equipment and process downtime, driving manufacturability of new products, designing fixtures, and working with cross-functional teams to improve overall operations.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement

· Develop and improve manufacturing processes to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency

· Troubleshoot production issues to reduce downtime and waste

· Lead continuous improvement initiatives and process updates

· Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities

· Create and maintain work instructions and SOPs

· Work closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability of products

• Layout & Workflow Optimization

· Improve workstation and plant layouts to enhance material flow and efficiency

· Drive line balancing and workflow improvements

· Implement stations/layout changes that improve safety and productivity

• New Product Introduction & Manufacturability

· Collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to ensure smooth transition of new products into manufacturing

· Provide input during design reviews to enhance manufacturability

· Develop layout and efficient processes for new product introductions

• Lean Manufacturing & Operational Excellence

· Lead and drive Lean initiatives and kaizen events to eliminate waste and improve performance

· Apply tools such as 5S and value stream mapping

· Promote a culture of continuous improvement

Qualifications/Skills/Experience: 

• · Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering

• Experience in process improvement, layout optimization, and fixture/tooling design

• Strong understanding of manufacturability and production efficiency principles

• Experience working with cross-functional teams

• Ability to manage multiple priorities

• Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and material flow

• Familiarity with Lean tools (Kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping)

• Ability to create and maintain SOPs and work instructions

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Good communication and teamwork skills

• Self-motivated with a focus on continuous improvement

• Commitment to safety and quality

Considered an Advantage:

· Experience managing capital projects

· Exposure to equipment implementation or automation system upgrades

· Experience improving manufacturability, quality, and ergonomics through tooling and fixture design

How to Apply: 

How to Apply: Qualified applicants are invited to submit their application to Human Resources by email to darlene.bear@zehndergroup.com.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you are selected for an interview and require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please advise Human Resources.