Facilities Engineer / Technologist - 6 Month Term Position

Carfair Composites® is a leader in fiber-reinforced plastic design and composite technologies. Carfair Composites is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions, operating in five manufacturing and distribution centers across North America, including Winnipeg, MB, St. Cloud, MN, and Anniston, AL, Wausaukee, WI, and Gillett, WI. As a comprehensive manufacturer of engineered composite products, Carfair Composites supplies quality fiberglass components to the original equipment manufacturers operating in agriculture, automotive, construction, transportation, commercial, food processing, and medical industries. Position Summary: Support all Facilities Engineering activities related to the Carfair Facility Council. Lead projects from requirements definition through execution, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, implementation plans, and risk mitigation. Implement related changes and improvements to maximize benefits to the company and its stakeholders. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Training Provided - We'll show you everything you need to know!
• Competitive Pay & Benefits - Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with that includes medical, dental, vision, GRRSP plan, life insurance and disability programs
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Friendly Work Environment - Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment through variety of in-house training initiatives

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Support all aspects of Facility Council initiatives including creating business cases, developing costing forecasts, facilities readiness, project management and creating and delivering presentations. This position has a strong emphasis on project management.
• Prepare budget based on project scope and adhere to budgetary allocation.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects.
• Support lease negotiations for Carfair facilities.
• Participate in special make/buy projects and business cases as required.
• Ensure accurate CAD layouts for all company facilities are maintained.
• Manage facility improvement projects or other improvements as assigned.
• Specify and facilitate capital and equipment upgrades, installations, or modifications.
• Support Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering and Tooling Engineering teams as required.
• Work effectively as a team member to ensure goals are achieved and any remedial action is actively pursued.
• Implement and facilitate lean manufacturing initiatives as they relate to facilities.
• Promote an environment of safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Ability to shift focus and priorities as required to keep projects moving and meet deadlines.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Engineering degree/diploma and/or related courses & work experience
• Lean certification or equivalent work experience
• 2 - 5 years of Project Management experience desired.
• Experience using Excel to perform project/business analysis.
• Experience using PowerPoint to create presentations.
• Reading and interpretation of engineering / architectural drawings
• AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Oracle.
• Strong presentation and verbal communication skills & experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is an asset.
• Lean certification or equivalent work experience

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable. NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.