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Product Development and Design Supervisor 388 Applewood Crescent, Vaughan, ON L4K 4V2, Canada Job Description Position: Product Development and design Supervisor Division: Product Development Location: TA 388 Reports to: Product Development and design Supervisor Manager JOB SUMMARY The Product Development and design Supervisor will play a key role in handling a wide range of R&D department activities. These include, but not limited to; Assist the Product Design team in new product development and in-house testing. Focus on improving and optimizing Toros current product lines. Assist the R&D teams and provide technical support to other internal stakeholders. Oversee R&D lab activities and general operations. Periodically attend and support 3 rd party laboratories testing. Manage, develop and assist in setting up new test methods for the Toro Group. Work with exterior vendors and industry partners to support and advance the Toro Groups product offering. Provide leadership, mentorship and training to junior team members. DIRECT AND/OR INDIRECT REPORTS This position reports directly to the Product Development and Design Manager. This position will have direct reports, including but not limited to: MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES Management/Supervision/Leadership (if applicable) - Manage internal R&D lab activities and general operations. - Manage and coordinate R&D lab continual improvement and expanding capabilities. - Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and share knowledge in area of expertise. - Manage and coordinate new and existing products for 3 rd party laboratory testing. - Develop, manage and oversee/assist in setting up new test methods for the Toro Group. - Participate and represent the company in periodic industry related events, committees, regulatory agencies...etc. Health and Safety (Mandatory) - Creates and maintains a culture of Safety First, leading by example and holding the team accountable. - Works in compliance with the Health & Safety Act and regulations including using any equipment, protective devices or clothing required. - Reports any known workplace hazards or violations of the Act to the employer or supervisor. Technical/Function (if applicable) - Provide technical advice and support related to product testing (in-house and 3 rd party) to internal stakeholders. - Work with exterior vendors and industry partners to advance the Toro Groups product offering. - Work with/assist the Building Envelope team with field testing and product related investigation as necessary. - Develop, design and manage in-house testing capabilities and services offered to the Toro Group. - Support the business in leading projects that will drive system/technology improvements. - Responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of R&D Lab activities and services. - Undertake meetings with stakeholder to ensure project/tasks are coordinated and executed successfully to project conclusion (full life cycle process, end to end service) ensuring an effective handover has been delivered. - Support the business in resolving unforeseen problems regarding products, fabrication, quality control, documentation issues, and undertaking root cause analysis, and ensuring problems are promptly addressed. - Build/administer KPI systems to track R&D lab operation and performance. - Periodically attend 3 rd party lab testing, conduct site visits related to products performance reviews. Occasional multi-day, cross-border travel may be required. - Other duties as assigned. Administration (if applicable) - Develop and administrate in-house testing services procedures, documentation, reporting of results...etc. - Supervise and administrative duties for R&D Lab Technicians and R&D Design Coordinators. - Develop procedures and database R&D lab operational and equipment records. Oversee maintenance of database. - Assist and participate in developing and executing training programs. - Manage and coordinate the process and distribution of incoming requests from internal stakeholders. - Manage inventory and database of extrusion samples during development and for record keeping. - Assists in various non-typical administrative work related to the departments operations. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS - Diploma or Degree in Architectural/Engineering/Construction. - Qualified PMP preferred or degree in relevant discipline. EXPERIENCE - 15+ years in the window industry, related to design, performance testing and fabrication of various fenestration products. - Extensive knowledge of window related testing. - Prior experience in supervising a technical team (2-5 persons). - Experience acting as a technical advisor/representative for internal and external stakeholders. SKILLS - Critical thinking - Problem solving - Coach and mentor - Highly organized/Time management DEMONSTRATE COMPANY VALUES - Do what you say act with integrity so our customers and internal partners trust us to deliver results - Get it done find solutions to ensure the job gets done right - Be better every day take pride and be passionate about improving our business, safety, and quality and strive to be the best - Think big picture think long-term, be strategic and have a vision. Your investment in our business, is critical to our success. - Build strong relationships value our employees, suppliers, and advisors as an essential part of our business. Develop and maintain strong relationships with our customers, contractors and stakeholders. #J-18808-Ljbffr