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Manufacturing and Operations Compensation Survey

600.728.430 - Assembler - Associate

"Under direct supervision, performs routine and repetitive assembly operations and processes. Responsibilities may include activities such as: checking, sorting, packaging, labelling, trimming and tying. Requires use of simple hand tools. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and less than one year of training and/or experience. Frequently reports to a Production Supervisor (Position 600.724.240)."

600.728.420 - Assembler - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, performs moderately complex and intricate assembly operations and processes. Uses a wide range of hand and power tools. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and one to three years of experience. Frequently reports to a Production Supervisor (Position 600.724.240)."

600.728.410 - Assembler - Senior

"Under general direction, performs assembly of complicated components or equipment with rigid tolerance requirements. Determines operation sequences and methods where specifications are not available. Accurate scraping, aligning, and fitting is required. Performs a range of operations including tapping, drilling, reaming, pipe fitting, and shimming. Frequently receives no instruction on routine work, general instructions on new assignments. May provide work leadership including dispersing work assignments, tracking progress, and resolving routine materials problems of lower level staff. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and three or more years of experience."

600.728.240 - Assembly Supervisor

"Responsible for the co-ordination and supervision of employees in a recognized production or manufacturing unit. Maintains production schedules and quality of work to a limited extent. Reviews work orders, production specifications, technical instructions, facility requirements, tool requisition, equipment, and supplies for section. Co-ordinates subordinate employee recruitment, selection, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, recognition/disciplinary actions, upgrading, and transfer. Responsibilities typically encompass one shift and only one area of the plant. Reviews and compiles operations records, such as yield, scrap, and maintenance costs. Excludes experimental, maintenance, and tool room supervisors and lead operators. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and one to two years of related experience, including supervision."

510.680.430 - Calibration Technician - Associate

"Under direct supervision, assists with the calibration testing, set up, and repair of various controls, instruments, and gauges measuring all types in variables. These may include heat, light, voltage, amperage, weight, vacuum, magnetic resistance, or various content measurements. May disassemble instruments and examine various components for problems. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and less than two years of experience."

510.680.420 - Calibration Technician - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, calibrates, tests, sets up, and repairs various controls, instruments, and gauges measuring all types in variables. These may include heat, light, voltage, amperage, weight, vacuum, magnetic resistance, or various content measurements. May disassemble instruments and examine various components for problems. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two to four years of experience."

510.680.410 - Calibration Technician - Senior

"Under general direction, calibrates, tests, sets up, and repairs various controls, instruments, and gauges measuring all types in variables. These may include heat, light, voltage, amperage, weight, vacuum, magnetic resistance, or various content measurements. May disassemble instruments and examine various components for problems. May assist with training of less experienced calibration technicians. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent and more than four years of experience."

550.686.420 - Carpenter

"Under general supervision, constructs and maintains structural woodwork. Builds, repairs, and installs benches, cabinets, paneling, floors, building framework ,and finish trims for factory installations and rearrangements. Hangs metal and wood door jambs, locks, and other hardware. Builds fixtures and erects scaffolding. Maintains facilities in good operating condition. Ladder and scaffolding work required. Requires ability to use all carpentry tools including power saw, planer, router, sander, and joiner. Typically requires training and experience acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience. Frequently reports to the Maintenance Supervisor (Position 550.684.240)."

708.932.220 - Construction Manager

"Responsible for relations with contractors. Maintains appropriate work orders, records or inspection certificates for construction projects. Establishes specifications for all construction, related installations, major maintenance, and special projects. Oversees scheduling and budgeting for new construction projects. May be an engineer. Frequently reports to a Top Construction Executive."

600.729.426 - Crane Operator

"Works on cranes or drag lines to lift, move, position and place machinery, equipment or other large objects. Operates machinery in response to hand signals and/or radio contact from a co-worker or supervisor. Requires awareness of possible hazards and safety regulations on the job. May carry out routine maintenance, involving cleaning and lubricating of equipment, checking fluid levels and hydraulic lines, changing the oil and filters, and making minor repairs."

800.928.430 - Custodian

Responsible for cleaning work area in manufacturing facilities. Removes waste and recycling containers and maintains sanitary conditions to ensure safety and cleanliness. No prior experience or qualifications would typically be required.

550.660.420 - Electrician

"Under limited direction, installs, maintains, tests, troubleshoots and repairs industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls. Interprets architectural drawings and electrical code specifications. Forms and tests electrical circuits to ensure health and safety regulations. Assures proper functioning and illumination of electrical equipment. Works on equipment such as electrical transmission lines, motors, generators, distribution and plant equipment. May conduct preventive maintenance programs. Requires technical school training and has completed the apprenticeship program. Typically has a minimum of two years experience and would hold a tradesperson certificate."

800.928.220 - Facilities Manager

"Plans, organizes, schedules, and directs the design, maintenance, construction, renovation, and repair of all organization facilities and equipment. Develops plans and programs that meet present and anticipated space and facility requirements. Monitors and inspects all buildings and equipment to ensure that utility systems are fully operational and that preventive maintenance schedules are being followed. Prepares cost estimates for building renovations or space allocations. Evaluates completed work and checks for conformance to specifications. May direct the safety and/or security functions of the facilities. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline and six to eight years of related experience."

800.928.350 - Facilities Planner

"Under general supervision, with freedom for independent actions, plans efficient utilization of space and facilities by reviewing and analyzing needs assessments, space limitations, and cost considerations. Examines facilities and evaluates elements such as HVAC, lighting, size, condition, and suitability for occupancy. Plans, co-ordinates, and implements furniture, equipment, office, and factory layout and moves. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and two to four years of experience."

600.724.333 - Foreperson/Team Leader

"First line supervisory position with responsibility for an assigned area. Does not work directly on tools or equipment except in training or emergency. Responsible for scheduling, safety, attendance, and discipline. Has experience as a multi-skilled senior operator. Typically reports to the Shift Supervisor (Position 600.724.330) or Manufacturing Executive - Single Facility (Position 600.100.132)."

600.724.430 - General Labourer

"Performs a variety of production tasks including: loading materials into production machines, removing, packing and sorting raw materials or finished products using manual or power equipment. May be responsible for cleaning work areas and equipment and performs other tasks as required. May be assigned to a particular production area. No previous experience or training required."

600.724.420 - General Labourer - Skilled

"Under general supervision, undertakes production tasks that often require experience and skills. Performs a variety of production tasks including: loading materials into production machines, removing, packing and sorting raw materials or finished products using manual or power equipment. May act as a co-ordinator and guide for other general labourers. Typically requires a high school education and up to five years of experience."

550.100.240 - General Trades Supervisor

"Supervises employees performing tasks in a combination of two or more of the following: machine shop, tool making, pipefitting, masonry, painting, electrical, carpentry, or other skilled employees."

800.928.420 - Groundskeeper

"Under general supervision, maintains facility grounds and environment in a clean, attractive, orderly, safe, and healthy condition. Performs general grounds work that includes seeding, mowing, trimming, raking, and planting flowers, trees, and shrubs. Mixes and applies pest control material in accordance with local and federal regulations. Removes snow from pedestrian and vehicle areas. May perform minor maintenance on roads, curbs, sidewalks, and storm drains. May operate trucks and assorted power equipment. Typically requires one to two years of experience and may require horticultural training. Frequently reports to the Maintenance Supervisor (Position 550.684.240)."

550.685.410 - HVAC Mechanic

"Under general supervision, performs the planning, installation, maintenance, and repair of the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. Performs routine inspections of piping systems, valves, and related equipment. This position requires training and experience acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience. Typically requires at least three years of experience."

808.784.220 - Installation & Maintenance Manager

Responsible for overseeing the installation and/or maintenance of switch/cell/network equipment. Decisions typically impact within the sub-function only. Typically provides a second level management to a group of one or more teams led by a supervisor/team leader.

808.784.350 - Installation & Maintenance Technician - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, responsible for the installation and/or maintenance of switch/cell/network equipment. Works under general instruction with some direct supervision. Typically reports to the Installation & Maintenance Manager (Position 808.784.220)."

808.784.340 - Installation & Maintenance Technician - Senior

"Under general direction, responsible for the installation and/or maintenance of switch/cell/network equipment. Assists junior level staff in carrying out complex assignments. Works under minimal supervision. Typically reports to the Installation & Maintenance Manager (Position 808.784.220)."

808.784.330 - Installation & Maintenance Technician - Specialist

"Utilizes profound/deep expertise in one or more major functions to contribute in the installation and/or maintenance of switch/cell/network equipment. Provides insight on complex/large projects. Does not have direct supervisory responsibility but may assist, mentor, and/or train junior staff. Typically reports to the Installation & Maintenance Manager (Position 808.784.220)."

620.100.350 - ISO Co-ordinator

Responsible for ensuring companies compliance with the ISO standards. Co-ordinates the ISO certification process and directs continuous improvements and audits to ensure future compliance. Leads ISO implementation team and trains employees on principles and requirements of certification. Typically requires a Bachelors degree and five to seven years of experience in manufacturing with two to four years of experience in ISO certification.

620.636.430 - Laboratory Technician (Eng/Tech) - Associate

"Under direct supervision, performs a variety of routine laboratory operations in a quality assurance or research setting. Duties usually consist of making measurements, performing several routine quantitative and qualitative biological or chemical analytical tests according to standard procedures. Assists higher level technicians in setup of laboratory equipment and in recording data for experiments and procedures. Requires knowledge in using various instruments to prepare for and perform tests. Performs routine and safety program checks and preventive maintenance on instruments. This is an entry-level position. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and less than one year of experience."

620.636.421 - Laboratory Technician (Eng/Tech) - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, performs a variety of routine laboratory operations in a quality assurance or research setting. Duties usually consist of making measurements, performing several routine quantitative and qualitative biological or chemical analytical tests, performing routine calculations and determinations on tests and evaluating physical characteristics such as permeability, disintegration and crystal growth viscosity. Uses standard laboratory glassware and equipment on one or two complex pieces of equipment. Some judgement is applied to interpreting test results against limits and in performing inspections. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and two to four years of experience."

600.724.410 - Lead Hand (Non-supervisory)

"A working position that does not include direct supervision or discipline of other employees. May be assigned to an area or equipment as the senior operator, may train other operators and set up or adjust equipment and support the assigned crew, advises foreperson or team leader of any problems."

600.808.220 - Lean Manufacturing Manager

"Responsible for developing strategies and initiatives pertaining to Lean manufacturing in order to improve the organization's profitability and efficiency. Provides leadership and support for all Lean Management activities. Assists teams in the application of Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, VSM, SMED, TPM, Kaizen, etc.). Leads continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization and develops process improvement strategies using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, VSM, SMED, TPM, Kaizen, etc.). Typically has over seven years of experience with Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing."

600.808.340 - Lean Manufacturing Practitioner

"Responsible for analyzing, developing and implementing changes in product design, manufacturing methods and process improvements. Reviews the organization's internal manufacturing processes to ensure maximum efficiencies are achieved. Implements continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization using various Lean methodologies and principles (e.g., 5S, VSM, SMED, TPM, Kaizen, etc.). Typically has over five years of experience with Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing."

600.729.430 - Machine Operator - Associate

"Under direct supervision, assists with the set-up, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. Works from verbal or written instructions, diagrams, or models. Inspects machining operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools. Determines and corrects minor machine malfunctions. Performs simple routine maintenance and cleaning. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and less than two years of experience."

600.729.423 - Machine Operator - Injection Moulding

"Specializes in the operation of injection moulding machine to form products from thermo-plastic material. Loads and starts machine hopper, while maintaining proper temperature and pressure."

600.729.420 - Machine Operator - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, responsible for the set-up, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. Works from verbal or written instructions, diagrams, or models. Inspects machining operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools. Determines and corrects more complex machine malfunctions. Performs routine maintenance and cleaning. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and two to four years of experience."

600.729.410 - Machine Operator - Senior

"Under general direction, responsible for the set-up, calibration, and operation of machines used in production processes. Works from verbal or written instructions, diagrams, or models. Inspects machining operations and finished product against specified tolerances using precision measuring tools. Determines and corrects more complex machine malfunctions. Performs routine maintenance and cleaning. May make calculations as well as assist with numeric controlled programming. May assist with training other machine operators. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and more than four years of experience."

600.729.240 - Machine Shop Supervisor

"Under direct supervision, performs designated tasks of a limited nature and area of responsibility in semiconductor process operations. Tasks may include photo resist, spin, bake, align/expose, develop, oxide/metal etching, wafer cleaning, operation of pre-deposition furnaces, oxidation furnaces, epitaxial reactors, vapour deposition, and hermeticity. Ensures quality by following established procedures and standards and may request assistance from a more skilled professional for more complex tasks. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and one to two years of experience."

600.681.240 - Machining Supervisor

"Responsible for co-ordinating and supervising employees who set up and operate standard machine tools and attachments for various processing operations in the production of parts, assemblies, and complete units. Makes work schedules and assigns work. Oversees assembly operations, fitting, filing, aligning, and scraping parts and ensures that all work meets tolerances and operating requirements. Maintains production records, reports, and analyzes production data. Assists in assessing personnel needs, as well as interviewing, selecting, and training new employees. Works alongside the team and requires previous machining experience. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and six to eight years of experience."

550.681.430 - Machinist - Associate

"Under direct supervision, assists with the set up, operation, and adjustment of various types of conventional or automatic machines including lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other precision equipment. Works from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment. Work is routine and machining is performed to ordinary tolerances. Requires basic knowledge of various metals and of measurements used in machining processes. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and two years of experience. Frequently reports to a Machine Shop Supervisor (Position 600.729.240)."

550.681.420 - Machinist - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, sets up, operates, and adjusts various types of conventional or automatic machines including lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other precision equipment. Works from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment. Work is diversified and machining is performed to ordinary tolerances. Requires knowledge of various metals and of measurements used in machining processes. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and two to five years of experience. Frequently reports to a Machine Shop Supervisor (Position 600.729.240)."

550.681.410 - Machinist - Senior

"Under general direction, sets up, operates, and adjusts various types of conventional or automatic machines including lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other precision equipment. Works from drawings and written instructions to create replacement and new parts in making complex repairs to metal parts as well as for experimental apparatus or prototype equipment. Work is diversified and machining is performed to ordinary tolerances. Requires extensive knowledge of various metals and of measurements used in machining processes. May provide technical leadership and assist in training less experienced machinists. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and five or more years of experience. Frequently reports to a Machine Shop Supervisor (Position 600.729.240)."

550.684.350 - Maintenance Engineer

"Under limited supervision, responsible for repairs, adjustments, and ongoing maintenance of facilities. Ensures equipment and machinery comply with production procedures and process specifications related to mechanical, machinery, instrument and electrical or civil works. Maintains all equipment necessary to perform work. May work with a wide variety of equipment."

550.684.420 - Maintenance Mechanic

"Under direct supervision, performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair services of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, and building systems which do not require extensive specialization in one particular trade. Duties may increase in scope as the employee becomes more skilled, but the primary emphasis is the performance of a variety of maintenance tasks rather than a high degree of skill in any particular trade. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and one to two years of experience. Frequently reports to a Maintenance Supervisor (Position 550.684.240)."

550.684.411 - Maintenance Mechanic - Senior

"Under general direction, performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair services of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, and building systems. Duties may increase in scope as the employee becomes more skilled, but the primary emphasis is the performance of a variety of maintenance tasks rather than a high degree of skill in any particular trade. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and more than two years of experience. Frequently reports to a Maintenance Supervisor (Position 550.684.240)."

550.684.410 - Maintenance Mechanic (Multi-Skilled)

"Under limited supervision, performs skilled maintenance and repair services of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, and building systems. Ability to interpret blueprints and schematics. Knowledge of methods, practices, and techniques of maintaining building and facilities. Typically requires high school education or equivalent or technical training and two to four years of skilled maintenance experience. Frequently reports to a Maintenance Supervisor (Position 550.684.240)."

550.684.240 - Maintenance Supervisor

"Co-ordinates and supervises the activities of skilled and unskilled maintenance workers. Ensures proper methods and procedures are followed to maintain, repair and service equipment, buildings and facilities in compliance with building codes and safety standards. Maintains production equipment in a manner that meets organization standards and ensures minimum equipment downtime. Inspects projects to ensure conformity to specifications, directs safety inspections and preventative maintenance programs. Responsible for maintaining stock of inventory of materials, parts and specialized tools for the maintenance function. Typically requires technical training and six years of related experience, including supervision."

600.000.120 - Manufacturing Executive

"Responsible for formulating policies, programs, and objectives affecting the schedule, quality, and cost of manufactured products. Directs and co-ordinates production according to quality and quantity specifications within cost objectives. Assures that all groups within the manufacturing area are properly staffed and co-ordinated to perform duties effectively. Promotes the development of favourable employee relations to further the organization's production of quality goods. Frequently reports to the Chief Executive Officer (Position 100.000.112) or the Chief Operating Officer (Position 100.000.120). This is generally a single incumbent position."

600.100.131 - Manufacturing Executive - Multi-facility

"Executive responsible for the co-ordination of various manufacturing functions within multiple facilities. Manufacturing management experience should reflect understanding of the impact factory performance has in the areas of delivery, cost, quality, and service. May establish procedures and policies to achieve production schedules, product standards, and operational costs. Frequently reports to the Operations Executive (Position 100.132.130) or to the Manufacturing Executive (Position 600.000.120)."

600.100.132 - Manufacturing Executive - Single Facility

"Executive responsible for the overall management and co-ordination of various manufacturing functions within a single facility. Manufacturing management experience should reflect understanding of the impact factory performance has in the areas of delivery, cost, quality, and service. May establish procedures and policies to achieve production schedules, product standards, and operational costs. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field or combination of education/relevant work experience and eight years of experience. May require knowledge and deployment of state-of-the-art manufacturing practices (including continuous flow) as well as quality and continuous improvement techniques, strong analytical and quantitative skills, excellent communication, interpersonal effectiveness, and leadership. Involved in plant human resources matters including labour relations. Typically reports to the Group, Division or Regional General Manager, the Manufacturing Executive (Position 600.000.120), or to operations management at the

600.100.220 - Manufacturing Manager

"Responsible for planning, directing, and co-ordinating all manufacturing operations of production, machinery, processing, and packaging departments. Develops priorities based on production introduction, equipment efficiency, and materials. Creates schedules and staffing requirements based on determined priorities. Establishes manufacturing and quality control standards and develops budget controls and plans. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and at least six years of related experience, including supervision."

600.728.424 - Manufacturing Technician

"Under direct supervision, assists with the manufacturing and assembly of products. Ensures that the proper ingredients and appropriate quantities are used through weighing, measuring, and checking the raw ingredients. Operates production equipment. Keeps records and maintains clean room environment to comply with regulatory requirements, good manufacturing practices, and standard operating procedures. May help with in-process testing to determine if batches meet specifications. Assignments are simple in nature and little judgement is required in addressing problems and making routine recommendations. Typically requires a College diploma or equivalent and less than two years of laboratory experience."

600.728.414 - Manufacturing Technician - Senior

"Under general direction, responsible for the manufacturing and assembly of products. Ensures that the proper ingredients and appropriate quantities are used through weighing, measuring, and checking the raw ingredients. Operates production equipment. Keeps records and maintains clean room environment to comply with regulatory requirements, good manufacturing practices, and standard operating procedures. May help with in-process testing to determine if batches meet specifications. Assignments are moderately complex in nature and judgement is required in addressing problems and making routine recommendations. Typically requires an Associate's degree or equivalent and more than two years of laboratory experience."

600.729.425 - Millwright

"Under direct supervision, assists with the set up and operation of milling machines to perform a variety of operations on various pieces. Adheres to close tolerances from drawings or specifications. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and less than two years of related experience."

600.729.415 - Millwright - Senior

"Under general direction, sets up and operates milling machines to perform a variety of more complex operations on various pieces. Adheres to close tolerances from drawings or specifications. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and two or more years of related experience."

500.640.420 - Model Maker

"Under direct supervision, assists with the design, arrangement, and building of experimental subassemblies and prototype models requiring a high degree of accuracy. Analyzes engineering specifications, sketches, and drawings and applies information to construct special tools or fittings to build models. Receives and inspects parts from vendors and production and determines if parts meet requirements of engineering schematics, standards, and specifications. Typically requires advanced technical school training and less than two years experience."

500.640.410 - Model Maker - Senior

"Under general direction, designs, arranges, and builds experimental subassemblies and prototype models requiring a high degree of accuracy. Analyzes engineering specifications, sketches, and drawings and applies information to construct special tools or fittings to build models. Receives and inspects parts from vendors and production and determines if parts meet requirements of engineering schematics, standards, and specifications. Typically requires advanced technical school training and more than two years of experience."

550.682.421 - Mould Maker

"Reads and interprets designer's computer-generated blueprints to machine-fit and assemble parts to create moulds. Shapes the mould using machine tools to cut, turn, mill, grind, polish to shape the metal into the mould. Measures, checks and tests the mould for accuracy and durability. May specialize in: small casting, medium size casting, or larger size casting moulders."

600.725.361 - Numeric Controlled Programmer - Associate

"Under direct supervision, assists with the preparation and programming of numeric controlled production equipment. Develops operation sequences and provides recommendations for improving efficiency and processes. Works with production engineers to ensure that timelines as well as quality goals are met. Maintains documentation on assigned projects. Typically requires a Bachelor's or technical degree and less than two years of experience."

600.725.351 - Numeric Controlled Programmer - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, responsible for preparation and programming of numeric controlled production equipment. Develops operation sequences and provides recommendations for improving efficiency and processes. May work with production engineers to ensure that timelines as well as quality goals are met. Maintains documentation on assigned projects. Typically requires a Bachelor's or technical degree and two to four years of experience."

600.725.341 - Numeric Controlled Programmer - Senior

"Under general direction, responsible for preparation and programming of numeric controlled production equipment. Develops complex operation sequences and provides recommendations for improving efficiency and processes. May work with production engineers to ensure that timelines as well as quality goals are met. Maintains documentation on assigned projects. May provide technical leadership and assist in training less experienced engineers. Typically requires a Bachelor's or technical degree and four or more years of experience."

600.729.424 - Packaging Machine Operator

"Works on machine that performs packaging functions. Some duties may include packing, wrapping, securing, or labelling containers. Restocks machine with packaging materials, such as labels, boxes, paper, etc. Inspects, adjusts, and repairs machine. May also send unfinished product to conveyors and unload completed package."

550.684.210 - Plant Engineering/Maintenance Director

"Directs all work relating to existing buildings, grounds and/or physical plants including equipment reliability and service standards and monitors the performance of all maintenance activities. Responsible for overall maintenance budget and monitors the cost and effectiveness of activities to optimize resources and prioritize spending. May assist in evaluating and negotiating complex or strategically important supplier and vendor relationships to secure terms that are in the organization's best interest. Leads, directs, evaluates, and develops a team of managers and other professionals to ensure that maintenance activities meet established targets and standards. Typically reports to an Engineering or Maintenance Executive."

550.684.220 - Plant Engineering/Maintenance Manager

"Ensures maximum efficient operations of facilities and equipment, as well as the care of all grounds and support equipment, through the direction of a technical support staff made up of supervisors, technicians, custodians, and the purchase of necessary outside technical and non-technical support services. Recommends equipment modification for upgrades. Develops and maintains preventative maintenance programs. Sets priorities for projects and work orders. Engages outside maintenance contractors as required. Enforces safety and housekeeping practices. May also be involved in new facility design, construction or expansion and security. Requires a Bachelor's degree and eight to ten years of experience."

550.685.421 - Plumber

"Installs and repairs pipes, fixtures and other plumbing equipment used for water distribution and waste water disposal. May rough in and install required fixtures."

500.630.220 - Product Development Manager

"Responsible for identifying and investigating emerging new product opportunities within a defined range of responsibility. Manages staff in the design, development, and testing of select new products. Helps to formulate business plans to develop and implement products. Implements business plans and creatively solves product design, financial, marketing, or administrative problems. Responsible for maintaining knowledge of new trends and products in the appropriate markets. Typically holds a Bachelor's degree with four or more years of experience in specific field."

600.725.420 - Production Clerk

Fills requisitions for specialized or diversified line or apparatus. Knowledgeable with all phases of production work. Draws on resources within the organization in order to meet the needs of the production cycle. Provides estimated product completion information. May be involved in schedule preparation and/or shipments.

600.724.220 - Production Manager

"Responsible for the management of an assigned production area in order to meet production schedules, quality, and cost objectives. Normally directs, through subordinate supervisors, activities in the areas of assembly operation, machinery operation, processing or treating operation, or packaging. Determines requirements for material, equipment, and manpower resources. Plans and administers procedures and production and quality control standards in designated area. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and six to eight years of related experience, including supervision. Frequently reports to a Manufacturing Manager (Position 600.100.220), Manufacturing Executive - Single Facility (Position 600.100.132), or to the Manufacturing Executive - Multi Facility (Position 600.100.131)."

550.687.420 - Production Painter

"Under direct supervision, assists with spraying or, with other equipment, covers a variety of products or materials using powder coatings or liquid coatings. Paints items by hand as required. Mixes paints, solutions, and finishes as needed. Regulates temperatures and transfers painted items to drying racks. Finishes coated surfaces by baking in an oven and/or polishing with sandpaper, pumice, rouge, wax, or other finishing materials. Cleans and adjusts equipment to ensure air and paint flow to product. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and less than two years of experience."

550.687.410 - Production Painter - Senior

"Under general direction, sprays or, with other equipment, covers a variety of products or materials using powder coatings or liquid coatings. Paints items by hand as required. Mixes paints, solutions, and finishes as needed. Regulates temperatures and transfers painted items to drying racks. Finishes coated surfaces by baking in an oven and/or polishing with sandpaper, pumice, rouge, wax, or other finishing materials. Cleans and adjusts equipment to ensure air and paint flow to product. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and more than two years of experience."

600.725.360 - Production Planner - Associate

"Under direct supervision, assists with using engineering plans and production specifications to produce schedules, material requirements lists, and production plans for the manufacture of products. Checks production activity to provide a controlled flow of materials timed to meet production requirements. Works with management to organize schedule changes due to backlogs, design changes, and material or labour shortages. May prepare work orders for production or purchase requests based on production schedules. Assists with evaluating production specifications and plant capacity data to determine manufacturing processes, tool, and manpower requirements. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field and one to two years of related experience."

600.725.350 - Production Planner - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, uses engineering plans and production specifications to produce schedules, material requirements lists, and production plans for the manufacture of products. Checks production activity to provide a controlled flow of materials timed to meet production requirements. Works with management to organize schedule changes due to backlogs, design changes, and material or labour shortages. May prepare work orders for production or purchase requests based on production schedules. May evaluate production specifications and plant capacity data to determine manufacturing processes, tool, and manpower requirements. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field and two to four years of related experience."

600.725.340 - Production Planner - Senior

"Under general direction, uses engineering plans and production specifications to produce detail schedules, material requirements lists, and production plans for the manufacture of products. Checks production activity to provide a controlled flow of materials timed to meet production requirements. Works with management to organize schedule changes due to backlogs, design changes, and material or labour shortages. Prepares work orders for production or purchase requests based on production schedules. Evaluates production specifications and plant capacity data to determine manufacturing processes, tool, and manpower requirements. May train and oversee work of lower level production planners. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field, and four or more years of related experience."

600.725.220 - Production Planning and Control Manager

"Establishes production schedules and ensures that actual production meets scheduled requirements. Controls various load factors to ensure maximum utilization of available capacity taking into account available labour, tools, and equipment. Responsibilities may include capacity planning, shop order release, dispatch/shop scheduling, and the in-process expediting function at all facilities. Co-ordinates production operations with requirements for finished products and the needs for materials and labour. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and five to seven years of experience."

600.724.240 - Production Supervisor

"Co-ordinates and directs the activities of the production department to maximize productivity and minimize cost while maintaining quality. Inspects product to verify production specifications are met. Trains and supervises production personnel. Directs shift supervisors on production volume, quality standards, cost constraints and scheduling requirements. Ensures effective utilization and maintenance of plant resources, recommends major equipment purchases. Ensures that production targets are met, and maintains health and safety standards. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and three years of experience, including supervision. Frequently reports to a Production Manager (Position 600.724.220). May also be known as the General Foreman."

600.724.431 - Production Technician - Associate

"Under direct supervision, assists with operations and duties in production. Monitors equipment performance and adjusts set-ups, calibrations, and alignments on production equipment. Calls specialists when more serious problems occur. Tracks various data associated with production equipment. Reports any inconsistencies and uses standard repair procedures. Typically requires a college diploma and less than two years of experience."

600.724.421 - Production Technician - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, responsible for more complex operations and duties in production. Tracks equipment performance and adjusts set-ups, calibrations, and alignments. Calls other specialists when serious problems occur. Tracks data associated with production equipment. Reports any inconsistencies and uses standard repair procedures. Typically requires a college diploma and two to four years of experience."

600.724.411 - Production Technician - Senior

"Under general supervision, responsible for complex operations and duties in production. Tracks equipment performance and adjusts set-ups, calibrations, and alignments. Calls other specialists when serious problems occur. Tracks data associated with production equipment. Reports any inconsistencies and uses standard repair procedures. Responsible for solving problems requiring more extensive knowledge and experience. May assist with training other production technicians. Typically requires a college diploma and more than four years of experience."

600.729.421 - Punch Press Operator

"Responsible for performing piercing, drawing, and forming materials (aluminium or steel) on a punch press. Reads blue prints and measures produced parts. Prepares machine for punching and blanking."

620.124.330 - QA Analyst - Specialist

"Responsible for developing and implementing highly complex programs, processes, and procedures to ensure that all materials, products, and processes meet the minimum quality standards set by the organization. Works to ensure that specifications set by regulatory agencies are met. Assists with problem detection and reporting process. May assist with quality training programs. Works with research and development to oversee quality testing of new products and processes. May be a member of the ISO implementation and compliance team. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and at least seven years of related experience."

620.124.421 - QA Operator - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, follows established procedures and guidelines to check, test, and inspect raw materials, goods in process, and finished goods. Compare the physical characteristics of components, materials, equipment, and products to technical specifications to identify defects. Conduct simple tests (for example on electrical function, reliability, packaging quality); record results and prepare simple technical reports."

620.128.220 - Quality Assurance Manager

"Responsible for the overall quality control aspects of raw materials, in-process and finished products. Sets quality standards and ensures compliance. Frequently reports to a corporate or division executive."

620.124.430 - Quality Assurance Specialist - Associate

"Under direct supervision, supports quality engineers in standard processes to ensure compliance with standards. Works with quality assurance engineers and manufacturing staff to ensure inspection and testing measures are implemented and maintained. Assists in the development of standards to meet quality specifications. This is the entry level position. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and up to one year related experience."

620.124.420 - Quality Assurance Specialist - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, supports quality engineers in semi-standard processes to ensure compliance with standards. Works with quality assurance engineers and manufacturing staff to ensure inspection and testing procedures are implemented and maintained. Assists in the development of standards to meet quality specifications and recommends changes to basic procedures. Requires ability to use judgement. Typically requires some college or technical training and one to three years related experience."

620.124.410 - Quality Assurance Specialist - Senior

"Under general direction, supports quality engineers in non-standard processes to ensure compliance with standards. Works with quality assurance engineers and manufacturing staff to ensure inspection and testing procedures are implemented and maintained. Assists in the development of standards to meet quality specifications and recommends changes to procedures. Requires use of initiative and ingenuity. May provide leadership to lower-level staff. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a scientific field or equivalent with a minimum of three plus years experience in quality assurance."

620.124.360 - Quality Control Analyst - Associate

"Under direct supervision, conducts routine analyses and tests of various components of a quality control program comprised of data analysis, systems evaluation, product assessment, and quality technology. Conducts analysis and tests of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure conformity to specifications in a manufacturing environment. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and less than two years of experience. Frequently reports to a Quality Control Supervisor (Position 620.124.230), Quality Control Manager (Position 620.124.220) or Quality Control Executive (Position 620.128.130)."

620.124.350 - Quality Control Analyst - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, conducts routine analysis and tests of various components of a quality control program comprised of data analysis, systems evaluation, product assessment, and quality technology. Conducts complex analysis of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure conformity to specifications. May assist in inspection of hardware and systems audits to ensure proper application of management system procedures. Documents quality issues and performance measures for management review. May assist in the development of new analytical methods. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and two to four years of experience. Frequently reports to a Quality Control Supervisor (Position 620.124.230), Quality Control Manager (Position 620.124.220) or Quality Control Executive (Position 620.128.130)."

620.124.340 - Quality Control Analyst - Senior

"Under general direction, conducts complex analysis and tests of various components of a quality control program comprised of data analysis, systems evaluation, product assessment, and quality technology. May be responsible for most technical and complex quality control testing of raw materials, in-process materials, and bulk or finished products to ensure conformity to specifications in a manufacturing environment. Documents quality issues and performance measures for management review. Reports progress on problem resolution to management. Assists in the development of new methods and procedures. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and more than four years of experience. Frequently reports to a Quality Control Supervisor (Position 620.124.230), Quality Control Manager (Position 620.124.220) or Quality Control Executive (Position 620.128.130)."

620.128.130 - Quality Control Executive

"Responsible for overseeing the strategy and direction of Quality Control/Laboratory activities, ensuring that products have been manufactured according to the specifications and seeking corrections/solutions. Typically reports to the Operations Executive (Position 100.132.130). This is generally a single incumbent position."

620.128.240 - Quality Control Inspection Supervisor

"Supervises all forms of quality control inspection, sampling, testing, and control of components, products, and raw materials to meet established quality standards, either in the raw state or after various stages of manufacturing. Supervises the use of various kinds of measuring instruments and the use of chemical tests."

620.128.360 - Quality Control Inspector - Associate

"Under direct supervision, inspects products and assists with quality control audits. Tests and samples raw materials and incoming products to ensure compliance with company standards. Carries out diversified bench, first piece or floor inspections using simple inspection tools. Devises ordinary gauging or measuring set-ups. May be responsible for approving products for distribution. Ensures labelling meets company and governmental regulations. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and up to two years of related experience."

620.128.350 - Quality Control Inspector - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, inspects products and performs quality control audits including repetitive visual, mechanical, dimensional, functional and electrical inspection. Tests and samples raw materials and incoming products to ensure compliance with company standards. Carries out diversified bench, first piece or floor inspections using simple inspection tools. Devises ordinary gauging or measuring set-ups. Identifies workmanship and material defects. Methods and limits are well documented and require limited judgement or interpretation as to quality and finish. May be responsible for approving products for distribution. Reviews final label copy and ensures it meets company and governmental regulations. May assign work and assist lower level inspectors. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and two to five years of related experience."

620.128.340 - Quality Control Inspector - Senior

"Under general supervision, inspects products and performs quality control audits. Tests and samples raw materials and incoming products to ensure compliance with company standards. Responsible for approving products for distribution. Initiates corrective action for procedural, product, or process deficiencies. Analyzes reports and returned products and recommends corrective action. Approves final label copy and ensures it meets company and governmental regulations. Provides work leadership and trains lower level inspectors. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and at least five years of related experience."

620.124.220 - Quality Control Manager

"Responsible for management of the Quality Control/Laboratory activities, ensuring that products have been manufactured according to the specifications and seeking corrections/solutions."

620.124.230 - Quality Control Supervisor

"Coordinates the day-to-day activities of a team of Quality Assurance Operators who check, test, and inspect raw materials, goods in process and finished goods. Monitors the performance of equipment and processes; identifies, troubleshoots and resolves scheduling problems in order to maintain efficient operations. Prepares activity and progress reports so that recurring problems, either with the quality of the product or the reliability of testing procedures, can be identified and addressed. Supervises, coaches, and mentor team members; prioritizes and assigns tasks to ensure that the team?s resources are used effectively and that work schedules and targets are met. Frequently reports to a Quality Control Manager (Position 620.128.220)."

550.689.420 - Sheet Metal Worker

"Under general supervision, sets ups and operates various manual and power punch presses, brakes, mallets, mandrels, and shears to perform a variety of sheet metal operations. Uses engineering drawings and sketches to prepare, sequence, and produce sheet metal parts and assemblies. Creates guidelines and reference points for bends, cuts, and holes by utilizing rules, squares, scribers, and other tools. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and more than four years of related experience."

600.724.330 - Shift Supervisor

Responsible for the daily activities of a production team during a single shift. Continually follows up in each area or department to ensure that production is complete and quality is maintained. Resolves any problems that may arise on the production line and maintains the shift log. Typically reports to the Production Manager (Position 600.724.220) or to the Production Supervisor (Position 600.724.240).

550.682.420 - Tool and Die Maker

"Under direct supervision, constructs, maintains, calibrates and repairs simple machine shop tools, gauges, dies, fixtures, and jigs. Operates various machine tools and provides advice and assistance to tool designers and engineers in the creation of new tooling. May be required to work from blueprints or other specifications. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent, technical education, and less than four years of experience."

550.682.410 - Tool and Die Maker - Senior

"Under general supervision, constructs, maintains, calibrates and repairs complex machine shop tools, gauges, dies, fixtures, and jigs. Operates various machine tools and provides advice and assistance to tool designers and engineers in the creation of new tooling. Work requires a high level of ingenuity and may require work from blueprints or other detailed specifications. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent, technical education, and more than four years of experience."

550.682.240 - Tool and Die Maker Supervisor

"Supervises employees who construct, maintain, calibrate, and repair machine shop tools, jigs, fixtures, instruments, and dies. Supervises employees while operating various machine tools. Performs highly-skilled work such as arranging, fitting, and assembling parts. Assists designers and engineers in development work, including skilled fitting, timing, adjustment, and construction of tools. Typically requires a high school education, technical education, and six to eight years of experience."

610.584.421 - Tool Crib Attendant

"Responsible for maintaining the necessary inventory levels of manufacturing supplies and tools to support production needs. Collects, stores, and issues hand tools, machine tools, dies, measuring devices, and other equipment. Maintains records of withdrawals and returns of tooling. Locates missing or misplaced tools; makes repairs as necessary. Ensures that all tools and equipment are in good working condition and meet calibration specifications. Orders new stock and unpacks and stores new equipment. Must have the ability to read and understand blueprints and the ability to follow written welding procedures. Typically requires a high school education or equivalent and one to two years applied training in a mechanical environment with heavy machinery and tools."

510.682.360 - Tool Designer - Associate

"Under direct supervision, assists with applying basic engineering concepts to design the tooling required to produce a particular part or parts, to specifications and quality standards. Reviews blueprints of the part, the engineering release, and operations to be performed to determine design requirements. Prepares simple cost estimates for tooling and obtains competitive prices from vendors. Works with plant and engineering staff to identify any possible tool-related problems. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent education/work experience plus a minimum of one to two years of directly related experience (may include co-op experience)."

510.682.350 - Tool Designer - Intermediate

"Under general supervision, applies engineering concepts to design the tooling required to produce a particular part or parts, to specifications and quality standards. Reviews blueprints of the part, the engineering release, and operations to be performed to determine design requirements. Prepares detailed cost estimates for tooling and obtains competitive prices from vendors. Works with plant and engineering staff to identify any possible tool-related problems. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent education/work experience plus a minimum of two to four years of directly related experience (may include co-op experience)."

510.682.340 - Tool Designer - Senior

"Under general direction, applies advanced engineering concepts to design the tooling required to produce a particular part or parts, to specifications and quality standards. Reviews blueprints of the part, the engineering release, and operations to be performed to determine design requirements. Prepares detailed cost estimates for tooling and obtains competitive prices from vendors. Works with plant and engineering staff to identify any possible tool-related problems. May provide technical leadership and assist in training less experienced engineers. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent education/work experience plus a minimum of four or more years of directly related experience (may include co-op experience)."

620.000.120 - Total Quality Executive

"Responsible for both the quality assurance and quality control programs of the organization. Works with departments such as research and development, engineering, or production to develop schedules, project plans, and cost estimates for implementing new activities, procedures, or methods to improve the quality and performance of the organization?s products. Researches, evaluates, and recommends investments in technology, capital, equipment, systems, or other assets that will improve the quality of the organization?s raw materials, in-process products, and finished products. Works with external suppliers to ensure that their products meet the organization?s quality standards and that the organization receives satisfactory standards of service. Typically reports to the Chief Executive Officer (Position 100.000.112), or to the Chief Operating Officer (Position 100.000.120). This is generally a single incumbent position."

550.691.420 - Welder

"Under direct supervision, uses hand welding and flame cutting equipment such as arc welders, gas welders, and gas torches to weld together metal components (flat, horizontal, or vertical plates and pipes). Works from sketches, prints, operation sheets, preliminary drawings, and written/verbal instructions. Must maintain welding specifications. Sets up and operates all welding equipment. Typically requires high school education or equivalent or technical training and one to two years of related experience."

550.691.410 - Welder - Senior

"Under general direction, uses hand welding and flame cutting equipment such as arc welders, gas welders, and gas torches to weld together metal components (flat, horizontal, or vertical plates and pipes). Works from sketches, prints, operation sheets, preliminary drawings, and written/verbal instructions. Must maintain welding specifications. Sets up and operates all welding equipment. Typically requires high school education or equivalent or technical training and more than two years of related experience."