Lead Hand - Electrical

About Savaria – Better Mobility for Life

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, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Our vision is to empower people with mobility for life. We achieve this by providing products that improve mobility and access in daily life, and through our drive to build quality products and to be attentive to the needs of our customers.

Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary

We are looking for an Electromechanical Assembler to join our team. This role will report to the Electrical Supervisor and will play a key role in leading daily electrical production activities, supporting cross-functional coordination, and ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency across both Electrical Assembly and Matot operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization that is committed to quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Work Location:

Brampton, ON

This is a 100% on-site position

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems and elevator components according to engineering drawings, schematics, blueprints, and production specifications.
• Install electrical controls, switches, control wiring, door systems, COP systems, and related elevator electrical components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions to ensure accurate installation and connections.
• Perform electrical testing, diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and rewiring as required to meet quality and performance standards.
• Assemble and secure mechanical components using approved fasteners, hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines, and other production equipment.
• Support programming, configuration, and troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley PLCs, production tablets, and elevator control systems including Infinity, Eclipse, and Orion systems.
• Identify material shortages, drawing discrepancies, and assembly issues, and communicate requirements to appropriate teams to support production schedules
• Complete inspections, documentation, and quality checks to ensure assemblies meet safety, engineering, and customer requirements.
• Assist with process improvements, standard work development, and implementation of improved assembly techniques.
• Follow all safety procedures, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and comply with company quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

Education & Certification

• Diploma or certification in Electrical, Electromechanical, Industrial Electrical, or a related field
• Electrical trade certification or equivalent experience is an asset

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on electrical/mechanical assembly and industrial electrical experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is required
• Experience working with PLC programming (Allen Bradley) is a strong asset
• Prior experience in a lead hand or senior technician role is preferred

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team support capabilities
• Excellent ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment
• Detail‑oriented, safety‑conscious, and deadline‑driven

Why Work with Us?

• Be part of a global, publicly traded company with a meaningful mission
• Competitive compensation
• Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits.
• Opportunities for learning, development, and…