IKO North America

Process Engineer

Posted: Nov 16, 2025

Job Description

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!Job DescriptionWe are currently seeking a Process Engineer to join our team of skilled professionals at our Calgary Plant. The Process Engineer is orientated toward continuous improvement through process optimization and innovation. The Process Engineer is expected to demonstrate shop floor leadership while enhancing the professional image of the operational management team through appropriate actions and communication.Click here to learn how you can build your future with IKO!BenefitsHealth Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA), Dental Insurance, Vision InsuranceLife Insurance, Long-term Disability, Short-term DisabilityRRSP MatchPaid VacationFloating DaysEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Engagement EventsAwards and RecognitionTuition reimbursementService AwardsEmployee Perks & DiscountsJob ResponsibilitiesDevelop, monitor, and execute project plans (Project Management)Drive continuous improvement, identify improvement opportunities, cost savings, quality improvements, productivity, and reliabilityAnalyze work tasks and develop Standard Operating Procedures, and Visual Work InstructionsDevelop systems to measure and categorize yield opportunitiesImplement process improvements to reduce the production of wasteDesign industrial trials and present proposals to the operational team for approvalDrive progress through a rigorous approach to process standardization by reviewing the process and identifying process parameters that can be locked in place to reduce process variabilityManage preventative maintenance activities to completion and report results/learningsEnsure site compliance with corporate process standardsSupport IKO’s safety management systemsEnsure the sites are harmonizing processes and equipment as much as possiblePartner with Reliability Engineer on plant reliability processesAssist with reporting and participate in plant monthly and quarterly Balanced Scorecard (BSC) reviewsSupport site documentation for Plant internal Health Safety and Environmental (HSE) auditParticipate in Plant internal Process auditAll other duties as assignedQualificationsMinimum 2-5 years of relevant work experience in Process/Industrial or Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial EngineeringProject implementation skills from initial stages to completionProven track record of successful projects on schedule and within budgetExperience with continuous improvement initiatives including Lean ManufacturingSix Sigma certification preferredExcellent Organizational and Communication skillsEffective planning, prioritizing and time management skillsAbility to mentor/coach Plant Co-Op studentsProficient in MS Project, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, AutoCAD/InventorBenefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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