WHO WE ARE
The Wing Group is a global leader in engineered solutions for demanding environments, bringing together a portfolio of trusted brands including Wing Inflatables, Mustang Survival, Henshaw Inflatables, Patten Company, and FabTek Industries. Across defense, marine safety, law enforcement, and industrial sectors, we design and manufacture mission-critical inflatable, flotation, and survival solutions that professionals trust to perform when it matters most.
From combat-ready rigid inflatable boats and inflatable structures to life-saving flotation devices and marine apparel, our products are engineered and tested to exceed the highest standards of safety, durability, and performance. With U.S. and Canadian-based manufacturing and a collaborative, hands-on culture, The Wing Group delivers purpose-built solutions for the world’s toughest environments. Join us in advancing safety, performance, and innovation—on the water and beyond.
At Mustang Survival, our vision is to enable the ultimate on-water experience. We seek to become the pinnacle waterlife brand by offering authentic, innovative product solutions that instill confidence and trust in our consumers. We require talented, motivated, inspired individuals at all levels of the organization to ensure that we remain true to what we stand for. If you are someone who has curiosity, passion for excellence, and a desire to drive innovative product solutions, come and join us to push the boundaries of what’s possible in delivering the ultimate water life user experience.
WHAT WE OFFER
We estimate the salary range for this position to be between $60,000 and $85,000 annually. Additionally, we offer extended health and dental benefits, Group RSP with employer matching, a generous bank of wellness days, and industry perks. The final agreed upon salary may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This role focuses on improving manufacturing machines and equipment, with an emphasis on increasing uptime and enhancing efficiency through automation and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in electronics, troubleshooting, but also possesses the ability and desire to solve problems at a higher level.
The role works closely with IT support and infrastructure, manufacturing engineers, facilities maintenance teams, and other departments, requiring strong communication and organizational skills.
If you thrive at the intersection of hands-on technical work and high-level problem-solving, this is your opportunity to shape the future of soft goods manufacturing technology and make a lasting impact.
LOCATION: On-site at the Burnaby, BC Plant, with up to 15% travel to other locations in the USA
Research, propose and implement new machine acquisitions that leverage advancements in AI, machine vision, robotics.
Assess and repair existing manufacturing machinery as needed.
Analyze machine lifecycles and downtime to propose maintenance and replacement schedules.
Integrate PLC systems or custom data acquisition to track machine uptime and usage accurately.
Deploy an Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) system to optimize performance tracking.
Upgrade or replace existing machinery with more automated and efficient tools.
Maintain and repair equipment such as RF Welders, CNC Fabric Cutters, and Hot Air Welders.
Collaborate with Production Engineering, IT, and management teams to identify efficiency improvements.
