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Inventory Control Analyst

Location: Windsor On Department: Production Type: Full Time Show More
Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence...
Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.

Ground Effects is looking for an Inventory Control Analyst to support our team in Windsor, Ontario. The Inventory Control Analyst will account for the inventory control on the plant floor, assisting in cycle counting and reporting out on monthly performance indicators in preparation for various audit requirements. General accounting skills will be required to accurately ensure inventory are properly documented with data entry and reconciling billing collections. Ground Effects Ltd. has dedicated itself to excellence since 1986 and has evolved into a multi-faceted supplier of quality interior/exterior accessory components for the automotive industry and more.

Job Description:
  • Assist with Inventory Management in the ERP System
  • Ensure proper movement of inventory from work-in-progress to stock
  • Ensure material issued to jobs is accurate
  • Assist with Cycle Counting proactively
  • Review inventory related transactions created by production/operations to maintain inventory accuracy
  • Reconcile transactions related to jobs, inventory transfer, shipments, receipts, etc. to ensure timely data entry and collections from the plant floor.
  • Create and reconcile shipping to ensure proper billings
  • Assist with reconciling billings to customer receipts
  • Monthly production/inventory measurable reporting
  • Prepare information for various audit requirements
  • Assist with Year End Inventory.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
  • Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma in a related field
  • Minimum two years experience in general accounting, relating to Automotive Industry preferred.
  • Experience with the application of accounting principles as it relates to computer program enhancements
  • Knowledge of ISO Quality requirements.
  • Must be timely.
  • Must demonstrate a strong attention to detail and proven accuracy.
  • Must have and maintain an appropriate and valid Ontario Driver’s License.
  • Computer literacy, including effective working skills of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and email required.
  • Excellent time and project management skills.

Senior IT Functional Architect

Location: Windsor On Department: IT Type: Full Time Show More

Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario....

Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.

At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.

Who You Are:

Ground Effects is currently searching for a Senior IT Functional Architect to support our team in Windsor, Ontario. We are looking for a Senior IT Functional Architect who will be a vital resource for our ERP, Enterprise Data Management, and Project Management Office (PMO). The Functional Architect will support and ensure the successful completion of analytical, building, testing, and deployment tasks of various IT and Business Process Improvement Projects. Experience in ERP Systems, Quote to Cash and Design to Build process is mandatory. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with good communication and organizational skills and would be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Post-Secondary Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or IT related field
  • ERP Professional Certification (Oracle NetSuite, Epicor, SAP) or Equivalent
  • A Degree in IT, Mathematics or Computer Science, Information Management, or Statistics
  • Project Management Professional Certification
  • Minimum 7 years in the IT field.
  • 10 years of proven working experience as a Functional Architect, Data Analyst, Business Analyst or ERP Consultant.
  • Previous experience in Business, Quality Assurance, Engineering, or Manufacturing.
  • Completed End to End ERP System Implementation (Kick Off to Go Live)
  • 10 years in IT with technical expertise in data models, database design, data mining, and segmentation techniques.
  • 10 + years as a Business Analyst with strong knowledge of and experience with reporting packages (Business Objects etc.), databases (SQL, etc.), and programming languages (C#, XML, JavaScript, or ETL frameworks)
  • Knowledge of Cloud Computing, Server and Desktop Systems
  • Knowledge of Ethernet Network
  • Lead Functional Expert in an End-to-End ERP System Implementation (Kick Off to Go Live)
  • Experience with Process Manufacturing in the Chemical industry is a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to evolve with a rapidly changing environment and anticipate technological changes.
  • Knowledge of current and emerging technologies
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Adept at queries, report writing, and presenting findings.
  • Proven experience in eliciting requirements and testing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Business Relationship Management, Demand Management and Project Management Office (PMO):
  • Work with key business customers to define project scope and identify and prioritize requirements.
  • Work with PMO to facilitate demand prioritization and other PMO-related processes.
  • Help the Business define reporting and system process requirements.
  • Own and develop a relationship with the business and external partners, working with them to optimize and enhance our systems and integrations.
  • Business champion (a bridge between IT and the Business) for the assigned Business Unit:
  • Report on familiar sources of technical issues or questions and make recommendations to the business.
  • Constantly look for ways to improve monitoring, discover issues and deliver better value to the organization.
  • IT Governance/ Change Control and Quality Assurance:
  • Perform or coordinate quality assurance testing for all assigned work.
  • Communicate key insights and findings (QA issues/ Bugs) to the project team.
  • Prepare Solution documentation and present changes to the Change Control Board (CCB).
  • ERP and Master Data Management Analysis.
  • Process Definition, Solution Design, Configuration, and Data Mining.
  • Facilitate the design, implementation, and communication of customer-focused solutions.
  • Conduct Process Mapping.
  • Define configuration specifications and business analysis documentation.
  • Interpret data, analyze results using statistical techniques, and provide ongoing reports.
  • Filter and “clean” data by reviewing key performance indicators to locate and correct master data problems.
  • Assist with developing and implementing data collection systems, analytics, and other strategies that optimize statistical efficiency and quality.

Design and Development Engineer

Location: Windsor Department: Engineering Show More
Who We Are:
Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario....
Who We Are:
Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.
At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.

Who You Are:
Ground Effects is currently searching for a Design and Development Engineer to support our team in Windsor, Ontario. The Design and Development Engineer manages and controls design projects to continuously improve products. They ensure that products are high quality, reliable and meet APQP manual guidelines. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with good communication and organizational skills and would be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

REQUIREMENTS:
  • University, College Graduate, equivalent certification or 10 years of product design.
  • Background in a manufacturing environment and knowledge of production flow.
  • Knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements including experience with documentation and implementation.
  • Knowledge of and experience with the APQP process including FMEA and Control Plan development.
  • CAD experience and capabilities.
  • Must have and maintain an appropriate and valid Ontario Driver's license.
  • Must be able to legally enter the United States.
  • Computer skills in spreadsheet and word processing applications in a Windows environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Manage and control design projects that result in a high quality and reliable product.
  • Ensure that all new designs follow a planned and structured approach which meets or exceeds the guidelines in the APQP manual.
  • Conduct timely design review/APQP meetings during all product launches to ensure objectives and deadlines are being met.
  • Manage and control blue print revisions and distribution.
  • Manage and control resources relating to design (outside services e.g. mold and model makers) while ensuring that deadlines are met.
  • Maintain and manage computer aided design (CAD) system.
  • Provide documentation for all design meetings.
  • Set up product B.O.M.'s, builds and processes in ERP system.
  • Provide plant and production with sign off print package.
  • Provide input to the development of short- and long-term Research and Development and strategic plans.
  • Create and administer DFMEAs and provide input into the creation of Control Plans and PFMEAs.
  • Liaise with internal departments, customers and suppliers in matters relating to design of new product including design changes.
  • Provide input into continuous improvement meetings and maintain productive relationships with other departments.
  • Address customer concerns referred through 1-800 customer line. Document calls and follow up when and where required.

 

IT Business Systems Analyst

Location: Windsor Department: IT Type: Full Time Show More

Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario....

Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.

At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.

Who You Are:

Ground Effects is currently searching for an IT Business Systems Analyst to support our team in Windsor, Ontario. The Systems Analyst will provide highly desired knowledge of data integration nuances within various industries. Reliable follow-up and follow-through skills working with the IT team and vendors to provide end users with updated information with solutions expertise. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with good communication and organizational skills and would be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Post-secondary degree in MIS, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Information Technology
  • Master ‘s Degree Preferred
  • 5 years experience in data integration (EDI, EAI, or MFT) mapping, development, or architecture across multiple organizations and industries.
  • 10 Years -familiar with various EDI standards such as X12, EDIFACT, Tradacoms, VDA, RosettaNet, and XML.
  • Experience with retail, manufacturing, finance, healthcare, automotive, transportation, and logistics industries.
  • Must be familiar with various protocols, including but not limited to FTP, SFTP, AS2, and SMTP.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • Documentation - Creating specifications and mapping documentation using formal or ad-hoc tools.
  • Mapping - Creation and modification of Integration Tools maps in various formats and standards, including; XML, ODBC/JDBC, flat file, iDocs (other ERP APIs), X12, and EDIFACT.
  • Trading Partner Testing – Create trading partner profile and communications testing.
  • Trading Partner Implementation – Create a trading partner profile in production and move resources to the production environment.
  • Communications - Understand technical concepts involving partner communication packages.
  • Documentation – Create, update, and maintain documentation.
  • Working with Epicor, Oracle NetSuite, Ugigami MES, TrueCommerce or AIM software
  • Mapping - Creation and modification of EDI maps and advanced mapping functions (ex., user-exits) in various formats and standards, including XML, ODBC/JDBC, flat file, iDocs (other ERP APIs), X12, and EDIFACT.
  • EDI Development - Creation and modification of business processes and workflows with and without the use of process modelers in comprehensive integration suite environments.
  • Communications - Understand technical concepts involving partner communication packages.
  • Documentation – Create, update, and maintain documentation.
  • Writing and modifying business processes and workflows
  • EAI-based development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Business Relationship Management, Teamwork, Work Ethic, and Responsibility:
  • Provide technical solutions and work output through personal expertise that exceeds the average worker in the same technical discipline.
  • The willingness to work beyond regular hours during peak periods with customers and the flexibility to work on various projects regardless of technology, scope, project length, or a specific role.
  • Ability and willingness to communicate personal and technological capacities and limitations candidly but politely. The ability to advise against a course of action when required in a way that conveys a client’s best interests are in mind, rather than inflexibility, and to seek and find suitable alternatives to serve and provide the customer with a solution to their request.
  • System Implementation, Migration, Upgrades – Installation and upgrade work involving our systems:
  • Troubleshooting & Support - Identify failing processes, assess available IXS system(s) health, and provide recommendations for increased efficiency.
  • Project Management - Managing scope and system-wide deliverables for clients.
  • System Analysis - Hardware and software requirements planning and sizing.
  • Solution Design
  • Impact Analysis
  • Performance Tuning
  • Best Practices - review and implementation of best practices.
  • Communications - Understand technical concepts involving partner communication packages.
  • Documentation – Create, update, and maintain documentation.

IT Business Director

Location: Windsor On Department: IT Type: Full Time Show More

Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario....

Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.

At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.

Who You Are:

Ground Effects is currently searching for an IT Business Director to support our team in Windsor, Ontario. As the liaison between a company's IT department and its various business units, the IT Business Director plays a crucial role in ensuring that technology is utilized effectively. By connecting different areas of the business, this professional helps to introduce and maintain IT systems that promote collaboration, communication, and innovation. Through demand prioritization and the implementation of connective IT systems, the IT Business Director helps businesses make the most of new and existing technology. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with good communication and organizational skills and would be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Post-Secondary Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or IT related field
  • Project Management Education
  • Certifications in IT specializations
  • PMP Certification
  • Minimum 5 years overall work experience
  • Successful track record of managing projects of various sizes
  • Minimum 10 Experience working with Business and/or driving technical teams in IT areas
  • Extraordinary inter-personal skills, and oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to break down and drive highly complex projects into clear and achievable milestones
  • Passion for learning and managing new technologies
  • Proficiency in Project Management methodologies
  • Good understanding of ERP systems, business analysis, infrastructure and cloud technologies
  • Adept interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
  • Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • IT Business Director facilitate communication and cooperation between departments, organize meetings and train managers on IT systems.
  • An IT Business Director aligns a company's corporate initiatives with its business goals.
  • As an IT Business Director, you provide coaching to department managers, guiding them on how to improve communication with IT.
  • Work with key business customers to define project scope and identify and prioritize requirements.
  • Identify project risks, escalate issues and drive key decisions in a timely and effective manner
  • Build and maintain effective relationships with resources, partners, colleagues, and leaders with fierce accountability for delivering on commitments and partner needs.
  • Work with PMO to facilitate demand prioritization and other PMO-related processes.
  • IT Business Directors must stay updated on the latest technology trends, including cloud-based networks and device connectivity, to improve employee productivity. Suggesting new and experimental technologies can also be beneficial for the company.

Production Manager

Location: Whitby, ON Department: Production Type: Full Time Show More
Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario....
Who We Are:

Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario.
At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.

Who You Are:

Ground Effects is currently searching for a Production Manager to support our team in Oshawa, Ontario. The Production Manager oversees the production of world class quality products to be installed on our customer’s vehicles based on current requirement, while adhering to current quality control plans, company policies and procedures. This role assists in maintaining communication channels with direct reports to ensure efficient daily operations, and assists leadership with attendance management, performance management and corrective action of production employees.. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with good communication and organizational skills and would be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

REQUIREMENTS:
  • Grade 12 completion or equivalent, college or University Graduate is preferred
  • Minimum 3 to five 5 years’ experience as a Production Manager in a manufacturing or production environment. Automotive manufacturing background is preferred.
  • Must have extensive knowledge of IATF- 16949 requirements including experience with documentation and implementation.
  • Must have strong computer skills.
  • Must have and maintain an appropriate and valid Ontario Driver's license.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist Plant Manager with scheduling manufacturing activities based on customer releases so as to minimize inventory while providing the customer with prompt delivery
  • Assist and ensure that orders are released in the chronological order (FIFO) unless circumstances dictate that the release date is overridden to comply with various customer needs.
  • Maintain communication channels with direct reports so as to ensure efficient daily operations.
  • Assist direct reports with attendance management, performance management and corrective action of production employees.
  • Motivating, supporting and providing guidance to the production leadership staff.
  • Ensure production leadership is compliant with all safety requirements and training.
  • Assist Plant Manager with overseeing product control to ensure products are properly handled so as to prevent damage and stored in designated areas.
  • Receive and review shift reports from Production Supervisors and address areas of concern/problem.
  • Assist Plant Manager and quality team in the creation and implementation of quality control plans.
  • Assist with the review and disposition of nonconforming products and assist in providing solutions in prevent of their reoccurrence.
  • Develop and implement workflow procedures to improve efficiency without compromising quality
  • Assist with facility management, making sure the facility meets all manufacturing and day to day operation requirements.
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