Assembler - General at Savaria Corporation – Brampton, Ontario
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Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Production Supervisor and located 100% on site at 2 Walker Drive, Brampton, Ontario, this position is responsible for the assembly of doors and gate systems for elevator models. The role includes electrical and mechanical assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and ensuring all components meet quality and safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Assemble electrical components and door/gate systems according to technical specifications, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
- Fasten parts together using bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or other appropriate fasteners.
- Install and connect associated control wiring for door and gate assemblies.
- Conduct thorough testing and quality checks to ensure assemblies meet safety and performance standards.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical or mechanical assemblies as needed, addressing issues or defects promptly.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of production targets.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with company policies and safety regulations.
- Document assembly processes, test results, and any deviations from standard procedures.
- Assist in the development of new assembly techniques and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned from time to time
Mindset, Skills & Education
- Energetic, dependable, and detail-oriented.
- High School Diploma and one to three months of related experience and/or training.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedures in English.
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals).
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision.
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.Comfortable using hand and power tools in a manufacturing setting
Physical Demands:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.
- Regularly required to stand and use hands and fingers to handle or assemble components.
- Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
- Required to walk throughout the facility.
- May lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 25 pounds occasionally, and up to 50 pounds with assistance. Assistance is available for weights exceeding individual lifting capability.
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Job Location
Job Location
This job is located in the Brampton, Ontario, L6T 5E1, Canada region.