Assembler - Afternoon Shift

This opening is for the afternoon shift which runs from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM

Why G&W?

We have established a long lived reputation for product quality and innovation. We believe our greatest asset is our employees and look for highly motivated, self-driven individuals who thrive in a fast-paced challenging environment. Our business is growing and if you are looking to grow and continue your development and reach success, you’ll find it at G&W Electric. Be a part of keeping the lights on for critical infrastructure needs; hospitals, manufacturing, schools, retail spaces and much more.

G&W offers the following benefits:

• Generous Profit Sharing RRSP Program paid quarterly
• Night and Day Shift Premiums guaranteed overtime bi-weekly for continental shift work
• Comprehensive Benefit Package including life insurance, health, dental and paramedical services (paid by employer)
• Education Tuition Assistance
• Job Security
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• Wellness and Gym Reimbursement Programs
• Training and Developmental Opportunities
• Continuous Performance Feedback
• Fun social events, holiday party, bowling nights, and many more.
• And many more…….

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Assembler will be responsible for assembling together parts, according to drawings and procedures, with a variety of hand/power tools and fasteners.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of subassembly and final assembly operations of products that are of variable shapes and sizes
• Follow specified/established methods and procedures required to make designated assemblies involving the use of hand and power tools and test equipment
• Ensure job meets all requirements before leaving work center
• Meet or exceed established production levels
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results
• Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of basic assembly tasks, as needed
• Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation
• Document actions by completing production and quality forms

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of one (1) year working experience in an assembler position
• Must be able to safely use small hand and power tools
• Previous experience in industrial/manufacturing settings
• Demonstrated working knowledge of blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and bill of materials
• Demonstrated ability of use of small hand and power tools
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical College/University graduate in electrical or mechanical studies is an asset
• Demonstrated basic electrical knowledge

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

Lifting Demands

• Lift up to 40 lbs. on an frequent basis floor to waist
• Lift up to 40 lbs. on a occasional basis floor to chest
• Carry up to 40 lbs. on an occasional basis up to 25 feet
• Push/pull up to 100 lbs on an occasional basis

Postural Demands

• Standing – continuous
• Walking – continuous
• Bending/stooping – continuous
• Squatting/kneeling – continuous
• Lifting – continuous

Miscellaneous Demands

• Griping, manipulation, fingering – frequent to continuous
• Variable hand/power tool use – frequent
• Two-person lifting tasks using assistive devices for lifting, pulling and pushing including hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts and hoists

G&W Canada Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, G&W Canada Corporation will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform G&W Canada Corporation's Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.