Custom Switchboard Mechanical Assembler (Experienced)
Shift 1 : 7AM - 3:30PM
Shift 2 : 3:30 PM - 12 AM ( training will be given in AM shift)
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Assembler (Switchboard Assembler) to join our team. In this role, you will work as part of a skilled crew responsible for assembling, fitting, and mounting mechanical components into custom steel switchboard structures. Your expertise in mechanical assembly, as well as your ability to read and follow engineering drawings, will be crucial for the success of our operations. This role does not involve electrical wiring but requires proficiency in handling mechanical parts and equipment.
Specifically, the successful candidate in this position will:
- Build large switchboard structures and subassemblies using pre-fabricated metal parts (steel and copper), following engineering schematics and electrical drawings.
- Mount and brace horizontal and vertical bus, risers and bus supports inside structures in sequential order.
- Use a variety of manufacturing equipment, high power torque tools, jigs/fixtures and fabrication machines such as punch presses and band saws.
- Construct pallets following engineering design requirements.
- Ensure strong assembly fundamentals are used at all times (ie., use of proper hardware, applying correct torque, using consistent fastening methods, checking tool calibration).
- Identify design issues in mechanical and electrical schematics and raise them through the correct channels.
- Visually inspect parts and material before and after assembly for conformance to drawings, quality standards and customer specifications, and make mechanical adjustments as needed.
- Check parts picked/delivered to those required using the bill of materials, resolving issues with the Team Lead.
- Repair or rework issues detected during the inspection/test stage of the job.
- Cross-train and backfill other employees/job functions when necessary.
- Work to CSA and UL code.
- Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the internal kanban and MRB processes.
- Perform other duties as required.
Position Criteria:
- High aptitude for mechanical work.
- Able to visualize and plan the assembly of a switchboard structure, based on engineering schematics and electrical drawings.
- Very experienced with the use of power tools, hardware, ladders and pallet trucks.
- Excellent attitude and commitment to quality, safety, continuous improvement and teamwork.
- Strong work ethic to keep up with production demands.
- Functional with computers, in order to use a variety of digital business tools (email, ADP, electronic models, eLearning modules).
Required (Basic) Qualifications:
- Able to read, write and speak basic English without help from an interpreter.
- High School Diploma or equivalent; able to pass a background check to this effect.
- Minimum 2 years experience in mechanical assembly using power tools.
- Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and models.
- Legally eligible to work in Canada without company sponsorship now and in the future.
*Career Connections Canada Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and accommodates candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request.*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- What products have you assembled (no automobile)?
Education:
- Secondary School (required)
Experience:
- Power Tools / Torque Tools: 2 years (required)
- Blueprints/Schematics: 2 years (required)
- Mechanical assembly: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
