Production Technologist

Reporting directly to the Manager, Composite Manufacturing Systems, this position is responsible for coordinating fiberglass manufacturing details in response to sold projects and research and development projects. This position requires an energetic, self-starter with an eye for details and interest in manufacturing.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Update and maintain Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) product (part configuration, mould and colour availability) database used for project part production globally.
• Create and generate project FRP Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Check for completeness, scope and accuracy of all released FRP project BOMs.
• Act as liaison with WWI internal project and product development stakeholders to support FRP data management.
• Document related processes and procedures for the CME Department.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects.
• Any additional responsibility deemed necessary by management.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE :

• Minimum educational requirement: Diploma in Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• Experience with D / D modeling software packages is a must (Solidworks and / or Autocad preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Product Data Management (PDM) systems experience an asset.
• Manufacturing and / or Project Management experience an asset.
• Database management and / or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems experience an asset.

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES :

• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willing and able to adapt and learn quickly including changing workflows and task demands.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective internal and external working relationships with all levels in the organization.
• Adherence to health and safety policies and procedures and create a safe work environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a team, self-starter and energetic.
• Respect for people with communication, consideration, and cooperation.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced, fun and professional environment with changing priorities.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Enthusiasm for innovation and process improvement.
• Excellent time management, organization and priority defining skills.
• Exceptional ability to listen, communicate and collaborate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Action oriented approach – if you don't know something, you seek to find it out.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

WHITEWATER COMPETENCIES :

• Accountability – We do what we say.
• Collaboration – We work well together.
• Customer Focus – We know and respond to our customers.
• Communication – We listen to and understand each other.
• Authenticity – We are honest and trust each other.
• Resilience – We deal effectively with pressure are persistent and optimistic.
• Flexibility & Adaptability – We are willing and able to respond to changing circumstances.

WhiteWater is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate the diversity of all employees and applicants and are strongly committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.