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​Purchaser
Ag Shield Manufacturing is a shortline equipment manufacturer headquartered in Benito, MB.  We specialize in providing innovative equipment that delivers real value to the end user.  We have a diverse product line, providing equipment to support the broad acre grain farmer, the forage grower, rancher and provide precision equipment for pesticide application.  Recent product launches have propelled us into the forestry marketplace and heavy construction.
Ag Shield is looking for a supply chain management professional for our Benito, Manitoba location. Reporting to the General Manager, the Purchaser is tasked with ensuring that Ag Shield achieves best value in terms of price, quality, reliability and delivery in all transactions.  Logistics is a key element of operating from Benito, therefore a keen understanding of movement of goods is essential.  The Purchaser has a proven ability to analyze requirements, identify supply options and opportunities for savings and efficiencies, and negotiate best value.  Working with the purchasers of our associated companies is essential to leverage our overall buying power.
Required Skills

• To get the best value when procuring goods and services in terms of quality, reliability, price and delivery.
• Responsible for day-to-day procurement activities.
• Source and purchase materials as required.
• Negotiate effectively with suppliers to obtain best value
• Produce purchase orders from requests/requisitions/ analysis of production schedules to ensure timely delivery. Coordinate with manufacturing to eliminate parts shortages.
• Manage purchase orders through to close-out and resolve any associated queries on a timely basis.
• Document supplier performance and complete reviews as required.
• Resolve Accounts Payable issues as it applies to supplier deliveries.

Required Experience

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Extensive experience in ERP systems.
• Extensive knowledge of MS Office software, esp. Excel, Word, PowerPoint

 
Ag Shield offers a competitive total compensation package along with opportunities for professional growth and development. 
Ag Shield is an equal opportunities employer.
For further details and to apply email jobs@agshield.com or bring your resume to our location at 170 Hwy 83N, Benito.
 
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Painter
 Ag Shield Manufacturing is a shortline equipment manufacturer headquartered in Benito MB.  We specialize in providing innovative equipment that delivers real value to the end user.  We have a diverse product line, providing equipment to support the broad acre grain farmer, the forage grower, rancher and provide precision equipment for pesticide application.  Recent product launches have propelled us into the forestry marketplace and heavy construction.
We are looking for a Painter to work at our Benito, Manitoba location. The successful candidate will become part of the Paint Department, responsible for painting small components, parts and large pieces of agriculture and forestry equipment to support the manufacturing production line.

• 1-2 years of liquid spray paint experience.
• Must be familiar with liquid paint techniques and have a good understating of paint equipment.
• Setup, operate and maintain spray equipment to apply coatings on Industrial products of various sizes.
• Select, mix and apply appropriate paint coatings as required.
• Understand proper metal preparation and conversion coating in an industrial paint environment.
• Ensure equipment and tools are in good working condition, reporting maintenance services when required.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must work in accordance with Health & Safety regulations, Company rules, policies and procedures.
• Previous experience with 5S and Lean Manufacturing would be considered an asset.
• Other duties as assigned by the lead hand.
• Some overtime may be required.

Ag Shield offers a competitive total compensation package along with opportunities for professional growth and development. 
Ag Shield is an equal opportunities employer. For further details and to apply email jobs@agshield.com or bring your resume to our location at 170 Hwy 83N, Benito.
 
Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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