Manufacturing Engineering Manager

MANUFACTURING ENGINEERING MANAGER
Winnipeg, MB
Full-Time and Onsite

Carfair Composites is a leader in fibre-reinforced plastic design and composite technologies. Carfair Composites is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leader in propulsion agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions, operating in five manufacturing and distribution centers across North America, including Winnipeg, MB, St. Cloud, MN, 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: The Manufacturing Engineering Manager leads the Manufacturing Engineering team across all Carfair locations, driving operational excellence through standardized manufacturing processes, continuous improvement initiatives, and technical support to production operations. This role is responsible for developing engineering talent, improving manufacturing efficiency, leading capital projects, and ensuring manufacturing processes are safe, effective, and scalable across the organization.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be 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
• 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:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Manufacturing Engineers across multiple manufacturing locations
• Establish and maintain standardized manufacturing processes that improve safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity
• Partner with Production, Quality, Materials, Engineering, and Customer Service teams to resolve manufacturing challenges and support operational goals
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, value stream mapping, setup reduction, and process optimization
• Manage engineering workloads and prioritize projects to ensure business objectives and timelines are achieved
• Oversee manufacturing process changes and ensure engineering changes are effectively implemented across operations
• Develop and approve manufacturing documentation, including standard work instructions and process standards
• Lead capital equipment projects, facility improvements, equipment upgrades, and manufacturing technology implementations
• Support process planning activities, routings, labour standards, material flow improvements, and manufacturing cell optimization
• Monitor key operational metrics and identify opportunities for performance improvement
• Manage departmental budgets and support long-term operational planning
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Degree, diploma, CET designation, or equivalent education and experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience managing engineering, manufacturing, or technical teams
• Strong experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, standardizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes
• Proven success leading Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience supporting Production, Quality, Materials, and cross-functional manufacturing operations
• Experience managing employee performance, workforce planning, and team development
• Experience managing capital projects, equipment upgrades, installations, or manufacturing improvements
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing process planning, routings, labour standards, material flow, and engineering change management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Lean Manufacturing, APICS, PMP, or related certification
• Experience using Oracle or similar ERP systems in a manufacturing environment
• Experience within fiberglass, FRP, composites, or related manufacturing operations
• AutoCAD experience

Physical & Workplace Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly (75 lbs. with assistance), perform repetitive movements (bending, kneeling, crouching), and work on elevated surfaces or confined spaces.
• Must be able to stand and walk on hard surfaces for extended periods (up to 8+ hours).
• Requires visual acuity to read diagnostics and inspect components, as well as hearing ability to detect vehicle noises and alarms.
• Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including noise, dust, fumes, and temperature fluctuations, while wearing PPE (safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and relevant HV PPE).
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to workplace procedures.
• Up to 10% travel; must be eligible to travel to Canada or the U.S

Standard Hours: – Days, hours – Mon – Fri 7:30 AM– 4:00PM

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.

Carfair 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.