Manufacturing Technician

Description

Required immediately, our Winnipeg Branch is seeking a Manufacturing Technician

FLOFORM Countertops is a Canadian company with its head office in Winnipeg, MB and has 16 branches and 5 manufacturing facilities located in Western Canada and the Pacific Northwest. FLOFORM manufactures, sells and installs over 20,000 premium surface countertops a year.  Established in 1961, FLOFORM is proud to be one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Technician ensures the effective operation of production and facility assets.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Post-Secondary education in a related field
• 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Basic computer skills for parts research
• Basic understanding of electrical, mechanical and control principles
• Has or can obtain fork lift operators certificate
• Regular bending, twisting, and kneeling
• Able to lift 100lbs assisted

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for safe and reliable function of all production equipment, tools, and vehicles
• Implement total productive maintenance plan (TPM) to be carried out by staff throughout production
• Advise on process changes and associated work instructions/SOP’s
• Creation of jigs, fixtures, and individual work cells with a focus on efficiency and setup reduction
• Promote and support ‘5S’ standard throughout the plant
• Development and control of critical parts inventory
• General maintenance for local buildings/property and liaison with external contractors.
• Maintain proficiency of current product/material specifications
• Sets up and calibrates production equipment and tools to ensure effective operation and quality
• Supports production team as required, including operating equipment and routine housekeeping
• Participate in team huddles
• Other duties as assigned

FLOFORM is proud to offer the successful candidate:

• Wage negotiable DOE
• Medical and dental benefits
• RRSP Matching

FLOFORM Countertops offers a positive and fun working environment that rewards those who share in our mission: “To consistently provide our customers the best counter-top purchasing experience available.”