Assistant Production Worker

New Flyer; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Immediate benefits eligibility

Paid holidays and vacation

401K with company match

On-the-job training

Top employer in Manitoba

Job summary

New Flyer, North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, is seeking an Assistant Production Worker to assist in sub-assembly and installation of major bus components. You will work in a fast-paced, team-based production environment where quality, safety, and precision are non-negotiable, and shifts are assigned by seniority.

You will interpret blueprints and process docs, use hand and power tools, and collaborate with production leadership to meet daily targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years in a manufacturing or skilled trades environment involving mechanical, electrical, structural, or fabrication work. Heavy-duty or complex vehicle assembly experience is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to work with schematics, build sheets, measuring tools, and handheld equipment.
• Familiarity with torquing, fitting, alignment, and diagnostic tools is an asset.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools in a production setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively within a structured team environment.
• Comfortable troubleshooting minor issues, identifying quality concerns, and ensuring proper escalation when required.
• Willingness to develop deep expertise in specific build areas or systems.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and follow blueprints, schematics, and process documentation to assemble and install critical bus components.
• Execute sub-assembly and installation work using a range of handheld and power tools, ensuring alignment with specifications and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with team members and production leadership to meet daily performance targets and first‑time quality goals.
• Perform tasks with a strong commitment to workplace safety, following all required PPE, lockout/tagout, and hazard prevention protocols.
• Troubleshoot and elevate build issues, misalignments, or quality concerns in real time.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with 5S and lean manufacturing principles.
• Cross-train in various roles to build a diverse skillset and support operational flexibility.
• Participate in ongoing training, development, and feedback sessions to support personal growth and team success.

Skills

1–3 years manufacturing experience

Schematic reading

Torque/fit/alignment tools

Hand/power/pneumatic tools

Clear communication

Troubleshooting

Willingness to specialize

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

Candidates must be able to work any of the following shifts, as production needs may change. Shift preference is assigned by seniority.

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Afternoon Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM
• Night Shift: 12:00 AM - 7 am

New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leader in propulsion agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a critical member of our Production team, you will play a hands‑on role in the sub-assembly and installation of major components for heavy-duty transit buses. This is not standard assembly work—our Assistant Production Workers contribute to the build of complex, high-performance vehicles that serve communities across North America. This role offers the opportunity to develop highly specialized skills in a fast-paced, team-based production environment where quality, safety, and precision are non‑negotiable.

We are seeking candidates who bring strong aptitude, attention to detail, and a willingness to grow within their assigned cell or trade area. Experience in skilled trades or complex manufacturing environments is highly valued.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match / or Registered pension plan with generous company match)
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• We are proudly named one of Manitoba’s Top 25 employers.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Interpret and follow blueprints, schematics, and process documentation to assemble and install critical bus components.
• Execute sub-assembly and installation work using a range of handheld and power tools, ensuring alignment with specifications and quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with team members and production leadership to meet daily performance targets and first‑time quality goals.
• Perform tasks with a strong commitment to workplace safety, following all required PPE, lockout/tagout, and hazard prevention protocols.
• Troubleshoot and elevate build issues, misalignments, or quality concerns in real time.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with 5S and lean manufacturing principles.
• Cross-train in various roles to build a diverse skillset and support operational flexibility.
• Participate in ongoing training, development, and feedback sessions to support personal growth and team success.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESFUL:

• Minimum 1–3 years in a manufacturing or skilled trades environment involving mechanical, electrical, structural, or fabrication work. Heavy-duty or complex vehicle assembly experience is a strong asset.
• Proven ability to work with schematics, build sheets, measuring tools, and handheld equipment.
• Familiarity with torquing, fitting, alignment, and diagnostic tools is an asset.
• Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools in a production setting.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively within a structured team environment.
• Comfortable troubleshooting minor issues, identifying quality concerns, and ensuring proper escalation when required.
• Willingness to develop deep expertise in specific build areas or systems.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for extended periods, bend, lift up to 50 lbs., and work in confined or elevated spaces with proper PPE.

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today’s urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.