Grinder

NFI Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Grinder/Trimmer, where your skills in shaping fiberglass parts will shine. This role is crucial in ensuring high-quality production, as you will use hand tools to smooth surfaces, trim parts with precision, and maintain tool integrity. You'll be part of a supportive team that values detail-oriented work and collaboration. With comprehensive training and a friendly work environment, this position offers competitive pay and benefits, making it a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their skills in a thriving industry focused on exceptional transportation solutions.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Programs

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

GRRSP Plan

On-the-job Training

Friendly Work Environment

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with sanding or grinding tools is essential.
• Detail-oriented individuals will thrive in this role.

Responsibilities

• Smooth and shape fiberglass parts using sanding and grinding tools.
• Read blueprints to ensure parts meet specific dimensions.

Skills

Sanding Tools

Grinding Tools

Hand Tools

Blueprint Reading

Quality Inspection

Team Collaboration

Tools

Pneumatic Tools

Electric Tools

Manual Tools

Job description

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). Further information is available at www.carfaircomposites.com.

POSITION SUMMARY: As a Grinder/Trimmer, you’ll play a key role in shaping and perfecting fiberglass parts, using hand tools to smooth rough edges and make precision cuts.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Smooth Surfaces: Use sanding and grinding tools to make fiberglass parts smooth and even.
• Precision Cutting: Trim parts with accuracy to achieve uniform thickness.
• Finish and Shape: Follow instructions to trim, drill, route, and grind parts.
• Read Blueprints: Understand blueprints to complete parts according to specific dimensions.
• Mark with Accuracy: Use guides (Jigs) to mark parts correctly for the next production steps.
• Tool Maintenance: Keep tools and equipment in acceptable condition for safe, effective use.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect parts to ensure they meet quality standards and dimensions.
• Stay Organized: Support Lean and 5S initiatives to keep the workspace organized.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Hands-On Experience: Previous work with sanding or grinding tools.
• Detail-Oriented: Enjoy working carefully to produce high-quality, precise parts.
• Team Player: Comfortable working with others to meet production goals.
• Tool Skills: Basic experience with hand tools (like pneumatic, electric, or manual tools).
• Good Communicator: Able to report any issues and suggest improvements.
• Independence: Confident following instructions and completing tasks independently.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Training Provided: We’ll show you everything you need to know!
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Competitive wages and comprehensive benefit package 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 a variety of in-house training initiatives.

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.