Operational Excellence Co-op Student

Date: Jun 24, 2025

Location: Mississauga, ON, CA, L4T 1A9

Company: Magellan

Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, and defence and space agencies worldwide. At Magellan we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value.

 

Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual and invest in our employees.

 

When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team!

 

Position Summary

 

Magellan Aerospace, Mississauga has an exciting new opportunity for an Operations Excellence Co-op Student. The purpose of this position is for the ideal candidate to use his/her technical background to provide support to the ops team in identifying and facilitating operational excellence projects across MAM.

 

Essential Responsibilities

 

  • Work with Ops team to investigate process improvements including automation by analyzing manufacturing processes and plant layout. Review needs and suggestions with operators, production supervisors, and manager and maintenance personnel.
  • Work with operations excellence and engineering teams to design, identify and implement solutions.
  • Work with operational excellence, planning and engineering teams to document and finalize work instructions for revised / improved processes.
  • Work with operational excellence and production supervisors to plan and facilitate cross functional training to identify and eliminate single points of failures on the shop floor. 
  • Write technical reports, maintain open actions log, and communicate confidently to all levels of the business, both by written and verbal means.
  • Track and present key performance indicators for operational, and divisional reviews. Facilitate development of recovery plans as required.
  • Support maintenance department in introduction of a new machine and equipment to ensure timely commissioning of the machine, development of PM program, spare parts list and zero interruption to regular production.

 

Position Requirements

 

  • Minimum 3rd year co-op student in mechanical, mechatronics, materials metallurgy or industrial engineering
  • Previous Co-op experience in Aerospace Manufacturing is an asset
  • Previous exposure to AS9100 is an asset
  • Highly organized with strong multi-tasking skills
  • Creative / outside the box thinker
  • Detail oriented
  • Approachable with excellent communication skills
  • Team player, able to manage conflicts
  • Ability to challenge the status quo and provide recommendation with supporting data
  • Proficient in SolidEdge and technical sketching.
  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

 

Why Magellan?

 

  • Competitive salary
  • Attractive benefits package (fully Company paid)
  • Generous Company pension plan
  • Positive work-life balance
  • Excellent career progression opportunities
  • Commitment to professional growth
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Recreation Club
  • Free parking

 

Confidentiality

 

Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.

 

Magellan Aerospace is committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.