Quality Assurance Leader

Carfair Composites; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing leader in composite technologies is seeking a Quality Assurance Specialist in Winnipeg, MB. You will be responsible for supporting the Quality Assurance program, maintaining customer relationships, and conducting audits. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of manufacturing experience with a focus on quality functions. This role offers competitive pay and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Training Provided

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Friendly Work Environment

On-the-job training

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years managing quality functions within manufacturing.
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact on-site at the customer's facility.
• Build and maintain customer relationships for issue resolution.
• Perform internal audits as scheduled.

Skills

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Quality management experience

Proficient in MS Office

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Post-secondary education in a related discipline

Job description

Carfair Composites is a leader in fiber-reinforced plastic design and composite technologies. As a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer specializing in electric mass mobility solutions, Carfair operates across five manufacturing and distribution centers in North America, including Winnipeg, MB; St. Cloud, MN; Anniston, AL; Wausaukee, WI; and Gillett, WI. The company supplies high-quality fiberglass components to original equipment manufacturers in various industries such as agriculture, automotive, construction, transportation, food processing, and medical.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Your primary role will be to support the implementation and smooth functioning of the Carfair Quality Assurance program. This position involves engaging with both internal team members and external customers.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Training Provided - We'll show you everything you need to know!
• Competitive Pay & Benefits - 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 various in-house training initiatives

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Be the visible first point of contact on-site at the customer's facility
• Build and maintain front-line customer contact and relationships to aid in root cause analysis of issues
• Investigate issues and report back to the Carfair facility
• Collect objective data to confirm the validity of issues and effectiveness of corrective actions
• Coordinate on-site rework as required and oversee the quality of the rework
• Run the daily MRB meeting within the facility
• Interact with manufacturing and leadership to communicate issues and work through problem resolution; gain feedback and suggestions for continuous improvement
• Perform internal audits as scheduled
• Utilize ISO 9001 Quality Management tools effectively
• Read and interpret blueprints
• Drive and sustain all elements of the Carfair Operational Excellence program (OpEx), focusing on 5S as its foundation, especially as new elements are introduced

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• 1+ years managing quality functions within manufacturing
• Post-secondary education in a related discipline and/or equivalent experience preferred
• ASQ certification(s) desired
• Proficiency in computer skills, especially MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint); excellent communication and organizational skills

Most travel is local and during business hours, up to 5%.

OUR WHY:

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

NFI Group is a leading global bus manufacturer offering comprehensive mass transportation solutions. More information can be found at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com, and www.nfi.parts.