Job Information
Galvion Product Configuration Coordinator (Document Control) in Montreal, Quebec
THE COMPANY
Galvion designs, develops, and manufactures ballistic helmets and dynamic power and data management solutions for the modern battlefield. We are a passionate, global, and fast-paced team collaborating with several strategic partners and are committed to enhancing the overall agility and survivability of the modern warfighter and tactical operator.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Product Configuration Coordinator implements proposed changes of processes, systems, and or product design using knowledge of, production, systems, and procurement activities, and coordinates recording of changes and modifications for management control. The Product Configuration Coordinator is also responsible for maintaining, communicating, educating, implementing, and improving the ECR/ECO process as part of the Product Life Cycle (PLC) process for product development and Bill of Materials (BOM) management within the Tactical Head Solutions Line of Business.
SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Talks with users to establish change-reporting procedure and prepares directives for change authorization and documentation by company and/or subcontractor personnel.
Examines proposed design/process changes to prepare report of overall effect for management action, using knowledge of products, manufacturing, and procurement activities.
Converses with department managers to obtain additional information or to interpret policies and procedures for reporting changes in product design or process.
Coordinates activities of personnel preparing manual or automated records of design/process change documents and inspection.
Participates in the management of Arena, the PLM system for Galvion.
Executes the ECR and ECO process through the Arena system, acting as the initiation point for and the gatekeeper of the ECR and ECO submissions.
Participate in the coordination of product configurations with Operations, Product, Marketing, and Sales to ensure that BOMs in the Arena system are accurate and up to date.
Participate in the revision control of the BOM items in Arena.
Work with Operations and IT to ensure that Arena BOM items migrate smoothly to Galvion's ERP system (SyteLine).
Point of contact for the content, the entry process of content, and also serves as the first point of contact for Tactical Head Solutions Line of Business BOM escalations.
Work collaboratively with all departments that require ECR, ECO and BOM assistance.
Provide outstanding internal customer service in all daily interactions.
Knowledge, Skill & Experience Requirements
0 to 2-year associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
0 to 2 years' experience working in a manufacturing or production environment required.
Must have strong interpersonal / relationship building skills.
Knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts related to process and configuration management, a plus.
Must be able to read and interpret technical drawings.
Skill in the use of Microsoft Office tools required.
Cross-cultural business experience considered a plus.
Experience in the use of ERP programs i.e. Syteline, a plus.
Experience in the use of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) programs i.e. Arena, a plus.
Highly motivated problem solver with meticulous attention to detail.
Occasional travel to Galvion USA Locations is required (Newport, VT & Portsmouth, NH)
Must qualify for Canadian Controlled Goods Program
THE TEAM
You will work with an experienced and empowering leader and a team of passionate and driven individuals who are making a difference for our modern-day war fighters, law enforcement, and EMS.
Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.