WHO WE ARE

Eastside Industrial Coatings and Composites is not just a manufacturing shop, we are innovative, customer-centric, and fast-paced. We are proud to supply world-class coatings and composites to OEMs across North America, in motorsports, rail and agricultural industries. We provide a single source for clients to develop, produce, assemble and finish their components at the highest level of quality. With a 140,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility and an extensive team of composites and coatings experts, we have what it takes to develop the solution our clients need and deliver where and when they need it.

Join a great group of people and apply today!

WHY EASTSIDE?

Eastside Group of Companies is comprised of seven unique companies that specialize in automotive collision and mechanical repair, industrial composite and coating manufacturing and large (heavy truck) vehicle collision and mechanical repair. Offering such a diverse group of products and services provides great opportunities for excellent, hardworking individuals who want to make the right move in their career and start enjoying their job.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Eastside Industrial Coatings and Composites has a diverse customer base with long-term demands, giving our team a long-term, stable place to grow your career. That said, we are currently looking to fill our Tooling Technician, Jig and Fixture position.

POSITION SUMMARY

Eastside Industrial Coatings and Composites is looking for a Tooling Technician, Jig and Fixture.

We are looking for a practical, hands-on Tooling Technician to support our tooling department. This position is primarily shop-floor work, requiring someone who enjoys working with their hands to build, fit, adjust, repair, and maintain tooling.

The role supports jigs and fixtures used for part alignment, drilling, trimming, routing, and assembly.

This position is a full time, hourly paid position, which enjoys many benefits, such as a Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 4: 30 pm schedule, with both day and evening shifts available, an amazing complement of employee benefits and deferred profit-sharing

**TRANSPORTATION: All Applicants must have a way to get to and from our facility, as there is no public transportation available.**

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE POSITIONS,



DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

- Build, fit, and modify jigs and fixtures using hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.
- Position and install drill bushings using adhesive, ensuring correct location and alignment.
- Measure and lay out parts and tooling from engineering drawings and reference datums.
- Apply accurate scribe lines for trim boundaries, hole locations, and assembly reference points.
- Set up and verify fixtures for drilling, trimming, routing, alignment, and assembly.
- Maintain and repair existing fixtures, correcting wear, damage, alignment issues, and worn bushings.
- Maintain an inspection and maintenance log, tracking upcoming inspections, findings, and outstanding repairs.
- Coordinate inspections and repairs with production to minimize disruption.
- Work with production managers and engineering to identify fixture needs, establish priorities, and determine how to proceed.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues on the shop floor and improve fixture accuracy and repeatability.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS

- 2-7 years experience of Jig and fixture building
- Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude and pride in accurate workmanship.
- Practical experience building, fitting, modifying, or maintaining tooling and fixtures.
- Ability to read engineering drawings and understand dimensions, tolerances, and datums.
- Confidence using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
- Experience with FRP/composite parts and adhesive bonding would be an asset.

QUALIFICATIONS, WORK CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

- Able to multitask.
- Willingness to have flexible work hours when needed to meet project deadlines.
- Maintain all quality standards in accordance with the specifications for each job in order to meet customer requirements
- Takes initiative and is a self-starter.
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple duties/projects at one time,



work independently with minimal supervision, and resolve conflicts in a professional manner.
- Maintains open communication and a team-oriented work environment with all departments and all levels of personnel.
- Demonstrates flexibility and professionalism throughout the day.
- Adhere to all start/end times, including break and lunch schedules.
- Excellent hand-eye coordination.
- Comfortable with repetitive tasks.
- A strong focus on safety, following all safety rules every shift.
- Strong communication skills, ability to listen carefully to directions and understand complex manufacturing instructions.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- High attention to detail, proven time management, and organizational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Advanced decision-making skills.
- Ability to prioritize and maintain professionalism during high-volume periods.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Position requires physical requirements including lifting, pushing/pulling, lifting, bending/stretching and standing.
- Ability to wear a full-face Respirator while performing work tasks when required.

BENEFITS

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to the General Manager

OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

The Eastside Group of Companies is committed to achieving employment equity for designated groups in our workforce.

We encourage all candidates who identify as First Nations, Indigenous, Inuit or Metis, visible minorities or persons with disabilities who meet the required qualifications to self-declare in their cover letter or resume.

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Profit sharing
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Application question(s):

- Do you have a vehicle that you can use for work?

Education:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

- jig and fixture building: 3 years (required)

Location:

- Springfield, MB (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Tooling Technician (Jig and Fixtures) (Springfield)
🏢 Eastside Collision and Repairs
📍 Springfield