Sonova AG
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Kitchener, Ontario | Hybrid
Manufacturing Process Developer
Join Sonova’s Manufacturing Engineering team as a Manufacturing Process Developer and help develop, optimize, and implement innovative manufacturing technologies that support our hearing care products.
In this role, you will focus on joining, surface, and encapsulation technologies for in-the-ear (ITE) products. Working closely with R&D and Manufacturing Engineering, you will drive process development, improve manufacturing reliability, and support the successful introduction of new products and technologies.
Evaluate, develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes, with a focus on joining, bonding, surface treatments, and encapsulation technologies.
Conduct technology assessments, feasibility studies, laboratory testing, and manufacturing process development activities.
Collaborate with R&D and cross-functional engineering teams to support new product introduction (NPI), design transfer, and manufacturing readiness.
Characterize, specify, qualify, and validate manufacturing processes to ensure stability, reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Perform process and failure analyses, troubleshoot manufacturing challenges, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Develop and maintain manufacturing design guidelines, process documentation, and best practices that support Design for Manufacturing and Design for Quality.
Support production teams with technical expertise, non-conformance investigations, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and process optimization.
Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Materials Science, Process Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Microtechnology, or a related technical discipline.
Minimum 5 years of experience in surface and/or joining technologies , particularly bonding processes and applications.
Strong knowledge of materials science, materials analysis, manufacturing process development, and characterization techniques.
Hands-on experience conducting laboratory testing, technical investigations, feasibility studies, and process optimization.
Ability to analyze complex technical challenges, apply statistically reliable methods, and develop practical engineering solutions.
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Experience in medical devices or consumer electronics is preferred. Knowledge of process statistics, project management, SAP, or Minitab is an asset.
The salary range for this position is $91,200 – $114,000 CAD annually .
Actual compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, skills, and internal equity.
Travel requirements of up to 10%.
A minimum internet connection of 200 Mb/sec download and 10 Mb/sec upload is required for remote or hybrid work.
Don't meet all the criteria? If you're willing to go all in and learn, we'd love to hear from you!
Exciting and challenging work environment
Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture
Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development
Flexible hybrid work environment, where applicable
Comprehensive benefits, including wellness and paramedical coverage
Competitive compensation and employer-matched pension contributions
Mentorship programs and career development opportunities
At Sonova, we prioritize employee well-being and foster an inclusive environment that promotes engagement and collaboration. Our team-customized hybrid work model helps balance individual needs with business goals while supporting innovation, flexibility, and teamwork.
We look forward to receiving your application through our online job application platform. For this position, only direct applications will be considered.
91 200 $CA – 114 000 $CA / year
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Posted 15 oct.
