Rig Setup PA

Join Our Team as a Rig Setup Production Associate at Johnson Electric!

Location:

Ancaster, ON (onsite)
Salary Range: $28.02 to $39.18 hourly

Vacancy Type:
Existing Position

Schedule:

Rotating Shifts As our next Rig Setup Production Associate, you’ll be at the forefront of optimizing manufacturing operations and improving production throughput. Your expertise in process optimization, press setup, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement will be critical in maximizing productivity, reducing downtime, and ensuring high-quality production performance.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Recognition Programs:
Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.

Community Engagement:
Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Strong Leadership:
Work under experienced and visionary leaders who guide the company towards success.

Innovation Hubs:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.

What You’ll Be Doing:
• Improve operational throughput through process optimization and monitoring.
• Document process changes, setpoints, programs, and parameters through established control systems.
• Reduce downtime by executing Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities.
• Identify non-standard operating conditions and communicate them to Production Supervisors for resolution.
• Optimize utilization of tooling, labor, materials, and energy resources.
• Set up, monitor, adjust, and maintain mechanical and hydraulic presses according to established procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve automation, throughput, and product quality issues.
• Review process sheets, technical documentation, and assembly information to execute job requirements.
• Perform equipment cleaning, TPM activities, and minor repairs to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Maximize production output through continuous improvement initiatives and process monitoring.
• Provide training and leadership to Production Associates to ensure production and quality requirements are met.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and operational excellence initiatives.
• Support compliance with Quality, Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Systems.

What We’re Looking For:

• Post-Secondary Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma, Manufacturing Engineering Technician Diploma, or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating and setting up manufacturing equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical documentation.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with manufacturing systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and results orientation.

Bonus Points If You Have:
• Experience with coining presses.
• Experience working within a Lean Manufacturing environment.
• Experience setting multi-level die sets.
• Familiarity with CNC controls and sequence controls.
• Demonstrated success leading continuous improvement initiatives.

How to Apply:

Apply online at  — We can’t wait to meet you!

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset, our people, can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on…