Manufacturing Engineer

From the very beginning, Canplas prioritized innovative equipment, meticulous quality testing, and dedication to customer service. Today, Canplas manufactures high-quality plastic plumbing, ventilation, central vacuum, and grease separation products for residential and commercial buildings all over the continent.

We are looking for a permanent full-time Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Barrie, ON. If you’re passionate about innovation, collaboration, and making an impact, this is your opportunity to thrive.

Location: 31 Patterson Rd, Barrie, ON L4N 3V9 ( view on google maps! ) Work Schedule: Mon-Fri: 7:00am – 4:00pm

In this role, you will lead impactful capital and process improvement initiatives, working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and overall operational performance. This position offers a hands-on, dynamic environment with opportunities to contribute to automation, continuous improvement, and innovation across multiple plant operations.

Lead end-to-end engineering projects, including analysis, vendor selection, installation, commissioning, and production readiness

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes, equipment performance, and overall plant efficiency

Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, and external partners to execute projects and resolve technical challenges

Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, and timelines, ensuring successful and timely delivery

Support plant layout design, workflow optimization, and ergonomic improvements

Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, and cost performance across manufacturing operations

Act as a change agent, supporting the adoption of new technologies and processes

Required:

Post-secondary degree in Engineering (Mechanical or related field)

2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Experience with project coordination or project management

Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or similar CAD tools

Understanding of mechanical systems, including hydraulics and pneumatics

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Effective communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and levels

Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between local sites as needed

Preferred:

Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or actively working toward certification

Experience with SolidWorks or other 3D modeling tools

Exposure to automation or capital equipment projects

Familiarity with plastics manufacturing or similar processes

Basic understanding of electrical systems

Competitive compensation with annual pay progression and bonus program

Comprehensive benefits from Day 1 (no waiting period!)

Company matching RRSP plan

Paid vacation time

KM reimbursement for local travel

Temperature-controlled (air-conditioned) facility for improved working conditions

Career growth opportunities within engineering and operations

Requires a high degree of mobility and involves considerable routine walking, standing for long periods, reaching, twisting, bending, climbing, and lifting up to 50lbs alone. Fast-paced environment where a considerable amount of sensory attention is required. Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, odors, cold, dust, noise levels and the use of sharp tools. Facility is Semi Climate-Controlled to prevent heat stress in our employees.

Ready to make your mark? Apply today and help us build a better tomorrow!