Carfair Composites is a leader in fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) design and composites technology and has dedicated team members located in facilities between Winnipeg, MB (Canada), St. Cloud, MN (USA), and Anniston, AL (USA), Wausaukee, WI (USA) and Gillett, WI (USA).

POSITION SUMMARY

Support all Manufacturing engineering activities related to the requirements of the assigned Carfair site. Support Manufacturing Engineering projects to improve production indices, support HSE initiatives, quality improvement, and Lean initiatives. Provides hands on technical support to production.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Provides technical support to Production by troubleshooting processes and equipment issues.
• Supports projects and activities to improve production indices, HSE initiatives, product quality and service.
• Works with Lean resources, maintenance, production and quality to achieve targets.
• Work with suppliers on equipment and quality issues.
• Works effectively as a team member to ensure goals are achieved and any remedial action is actively pursued.
• Participates in lean manufacturing initiatives as they relate to site as assigned (5S, value stream mapping, set-up reduction, etc.)
• Promotes an environment of continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Remain current with relevant industry and production technologies in order to advance the manufacturing processes within the facility.
• Bi-directional liaison between Engineering and production shop floor.
• Communicates customer change notices to the shop floor and provides feedback on discrepancies.
• Ability to perform minor fixture adjustments, layup of parts for FAI, trimming.
• Ability to perform measurements utilizing hand measuring tools, (calipers, micrometers)

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Strong technical background
• Hands-on individual
• Prior experience in composites or similar industry preferred
• Strong problem-solving ability including troubleshooting and resolving issues
• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to reach and bend on a consistent basis
• Must be able to occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment
• Effective communication skills, both verbal ad written
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload
• Ability to exercise initiative and sound judgment
• Ability to work in harmony with others while maintaining a positive and professional attitude with overall success in mind
• Evidence of a satisfactory work record including performance, attendance and teamwork
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and deal with issues logically and within the company guidelines
• Available for overtime as needed

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Carfair Composites offers excellent wages and a great benefit package including medical/Rx, dental, vision, disability and life; paid vacation/personal/holidays; Group RRSP with company match and more.

OUR WHY:

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions.