Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician Position Summary: Reporting to the Shop Manager, this position plays an integral role in our manufacturing operation and includes functions such as machining, assembly, machine troubleshooting, repair and maintenance. Position Responsibilities:

• Ensuring safe work practices at all times is critical to success at Fer-Pal
• Manual machining parts to specifications, interpreting drawings, proper use of lathes, mills, drill press, hand tools and other machine shop related tools.
• Cut, fit, fasten, secure, assemble - frames, structures, sheets of wood, metal, plastic
• Safe operation of powered hand tools, drills, grinders, skil-saw, table saw, miter saw.
• Work on machine assembly, equipment building, maintenance, testing of new equipment
• Fabrication of frames, brackets, custom components made of metals, plastics, wood
• Carry out maintenance related activities, assist in maintaining / repairing robotic devices, motors, winch assemblies, other machines.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision at Fer-Pal facility as well as at customer facilities and other work site environments.
• Work with manufacturing/maintenance team to complete projects within tight deadlines, with quality craftsmanship.
• Ability to maintain good housekeeping practices. Position Requirements:
• 4-5 years of experience working in a machine shop or fabrication shop environment
• MUST have experience with machines and power tools
• MUST be able to work with and understand mechanical and electrical components.
• Post secondary diploma preferred
• Good experience and work ethic with secondary school completion will be considered
• Flexibility to work extended shifts, including evenings or weekends.
• MUST have good communication skills, work ethic, Team player with positive attitude.