Manufacturing Engineering Assistant - GRD

Manufacturing Engineering Assistant - GRD 

(CO-OP 4-Month or 8-Month Term)

Price industries Limited is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Assistant CO-OP Student from September to December or September to April within our GRD Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Support machine moves, setup, and removal by working with contractors, maintenance, and other teams.
• Help launch new product updates, including cost analysis and production changes.
• Take part in projects that improve safety, equipment, and processes, including machine design improvements using Solidworks.
• Assist with planning and tracking small improvement projects.
• Help review and document manufacturing processes across different departments and products.
• Contribute to lean manufacturing efforts (like 5S, waste reduction, and time studies).
• Support new equipment selection, setup, and commissioning.
• Create or update job instructions and training materials.
• Assist with shop floor layout changes using 2D CAD tools.
• Occasionally help with machinery troubleshooting and testing.
• Share updates on project progress and challenges.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• Enrolled in a Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering/Technology program.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Able to read and create technical drawings.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• Interested in manufacturing, automation, or process improvement.

Core Attributes

• Positive Attitude
• Eager to learn
• Decisive
• Values organization
• Attention to detail