Mechanical Assembler

Overview
Randstad is hiring for SWBD Mechanical Assembler roles in Milton. The role ranges from $21-$23/hr and focuses on assembly of mechanical components for custom switchboards with no wiring.

Reporting to the Production Manager – Custom Switchboards, the position works as part of a crew to assemble, fit and mount mechanical components into steel switchboard structures.

Candidate must agree to work on day shift during a training period of up to eight weeks, graduating to afternoon shift when able to work independently.

Responsibilities

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 (proper hardware, correct torque, consistent fastening methods, 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 or delivered against the bill of materials, resolving issues with the Team Lead.

Repair or rework issues detected during the inspection or test stage of the job.

Cross‑train and backfill other employees or 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.

Advantages

Opportunity for permanent hire upon successful placement with Randstad Canada.

Full‑time hours with opportunity for overtime.

Entry‑level position within an organization with opportunities for career development.

Weekly pay via Randstad Canada.

Position Criteria

High aptitude for mechanical work.

Ability 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, electronic models, eLearning modules).

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 two 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.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. We are also committed to respecting human rights and to positive actions that affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially for equity‑seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle.

This posting is for existing and upcoming vacancies.

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