IKO North America manufactures roofing, insulation, and waterproofing products.
Lead R&D and quality for asphaltic/metal roofing products, driving innovation and compliance.
5 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Brampton, Ontario, Canada
Field
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Roofing
Waterproofing
Building Envelope Solutions
Insulation
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Role
Description
people development
technology monitoring
product innovation
quality management
codes compliance
lab setup
People Development – Effectively coach and mentor team members to develop technical skills, leadership and behavioral skills consistent with company and team culture.
Operational Excellence – Lead the organization towards excellence in HSE, People Development, Quality, Customer Service and Costs to drive the future growth of the company.
Technology – Staying abreast of market and industry trends by monitoring industry patent activity/scientific literature, attending Industry Association meetings/trade shows and engaging material suppliers/equipment vendors.
Innovation – Lead technical activities for new products in support of company objectives with a focus on product improvements, product line extensions and new technology identification/development.
Collaboration – Maintain cross functional relationships with Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain to drive corporate strategy, new equipment and technology validation, raw material testing and approval, new product development/approval and assistance with quality issues.
Quality – Optimizing product quality through the IKO Quality Management System – leading continuous quality improvement programs, trouble shooting of field/internal quality issues.
Codes Compliance – Ensure compliance with UL, FM and other certification bodies, with support from the Codes and Compliance team, through coordinated testing and surveillance programs.
Facilities – Laboratory design and set up to expand in-house product testing – asphalt oxidation and testing equipment, physical property testing of finished goods, roof assembly tests and other related testing equipment
Requirements
engineering degree
leadership
project management
chemical formulation
safety
qms
Results driven mindset coupled with a strong work ethic.
Safety compliance and procedures knowledge.
Chemical formulation expertise including knowledge of asphalt materials/modifiers/additives, coatings and process technologies.
Strong analytical skills to identify problems, resolve issues and mitigate risks in a dynamic environment.
An undergraduate degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Physical Sciences or other related technical discipline is required, graduate level degrees would be an asset.
Leadership Skills - Proven leadership and team management abilities. Strong strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Comfortable working in a matrix reporting structure.
Test equipment knowledge and test method development.
Project Management – Strong project management skills, with experience leading multiple projects simultaneously. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies.
Experience with quality management systems in a manufacturing environment.
10+ years of leadership experience in R&D/manufacturing/supply chain roles.
History with asphalt and asphalt and/or metal roofing manufacturing operations would be an asset.
A track record of strong cross-functional collaboration with purchasing, plants, supply chain and marketing.
Travel is required for the role (30%), primarily to sites in Canada and the US.
New product development process experience.
Elementary concepts in building envelope system technology.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
60 years
Years of Expertise
The company has established itself as a leader in manufacturing roofing and waterproofing products.
Known for producing high-quality materials used in residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Product range includes roofing shingles, insulation, and waterproofing membranes for contractors and homeowners.
Serves sectors such as infrastructure, water resources, and heavy civil construction.
Ensures consistent delivery and innovation to meet evolving industry standards.
Culture + Values
Customer Focus: We take pride in delivering the highest quality products and services to our customers.
Integrity: We do what’s right, even when no one is watching.
Excellence: We strive to do better every day by constantly improving our processes and products.
Innovation: We embrace new ideas, technologies, and approaches to drive the business forward.
Collaboration: We work together to achieve common goals and value the contributions of all team members.
Accountability: We take ownership of our actions and deliver results with integrity.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Emissions Target
Target year for achieving net zero emissions across operations.
20% CO2
Emissions Reduction
Reduction in CO2 emissions per ton of product by 2025.
Reduction in water usage across manufacturing processes.
Ongoing investments in energy-efficient technologies and renewable energy sources.
Implementation of sustainable sourcing practices for raw materials.
Inclusion & Diversity
They implement gender balance initiatives in recruitment and leadership development.
They maintain continuous efforts to promote an inclusive work environment for all employees.
They track and report workforce diversity metrics.