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Mechanical Assembler
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Location

Cambridge

Type

full-time

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About this role

As a Mechanical Assembler, you will fit and assemble components according to engineering diagrams and documents to build sub-assemblies for heavy forestry equipment and / or finishing touches to completed machines. To excel in this role, a combination of technical skills is required, including both problem solving and mechanical aptitude.

Location: 1556 Industrial Road, Cambridge

Dedicated Afternoon Shift: 3:00pm – 1:30am, Monday – Thursday

Shift Premium: $3.00/hour

 

Job Duties

  • Read and follow diagrams, drawings, specifications, bills of material, parts lists, and instructions to accurately assemble components.
  • Utilize hand, power, and pneumatic tools to complete assembly tasks.
  • Operate lifting devices such as jib cranes to complete assembly installations.
  •  Hang all doors, install steer slopes and machine covers, add decals.
  • Test and check electrical assemblies and wiring for proper connections. 
  • Repair or replace defective assemblies, components, and accessories.
  • Ensure meticulous assembly through fit and alignment.
  • Verify equipment functions and quality standards to prevent faulty products from reaching customers.

 

Skills and Experience

  • Adapt to a changing work environment, competing demands and able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Assembly tasks require collaboration with coworkers; effective communication and reasoning skills are essential when working on projects that involve multiple team members.
  • Good level of manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination is required.
  • Physical requirements include the use of strength such as pulling, pushing, lifting and/or moving objects during the work, as well as standing, climbing, kneeling, and bending.

 

Qualifications

  • Previous related experience maintaining or repairing recreational vehicles, landscaping equipment, small engine repair, pre-apprenticeship training or other general construction/trades courses.
  • Mechanical skills using hand tools and power tools.
  • Experience reading blueprints or assembly drawings is an asset.

 

What We Can Offer You 

  • Family-Oriented Company: Lots of social events, BBQ’s, pizza parties and more! 
  • Competitive Wages and Profit Sharing: In addition to competitive wages, we celebrate our financial success together through profit sharing. 
  • RRSP Matching Program: Retirement planning? We’ve got your back! 
  • Skills Development and Training Reimbursement: An opportunity to self-identify industry-related learning opportunities available for pre-approval and repayment. 
  • Company-Paid Healthcare Benefits and EAP: Your well-being matters. Our healthcare benefits go beyond prescriptions and medications. Take advantage of massages, physiotherapy, vision coverage and more!  Plus, our Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) offers many exciting free programs. 
  • Active Social Committee: Take part in our annual family picnic, adult and children’s Christmas parties, theatre events, sporting events and tournaments, family outings, and discounted admission prices for attractions across Ontario!

 

Why work for Tigercat Industries group of companies?

 We're more than just a company – we're a tight-knit family, who thrives on teamwork and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of innovation. We believe in fostering a safe, encouraging and collaborative environment where your contributions and talents are valued and supported.

 

Interested in learning more? Visit our FAQ page or explore what our employees have to say by watching their Tigercat story!  

 

Tigercat strives to create a respectful, accessible, and inclusive work environment. Upon individual request, hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview, or selection processes, please contact Human Resources for assistance. Click here to read more about Tigercat’s Accessibility Plan.

Other facts

Tech stack
Mechanical Aptitude,Problem Solving,Manual Dexterity,Hand-Eye Coordination,Communication Skills,Team Collaboration,Assembly Skills,Blueprint Reading,Tool Utilization,Electrical Testing,Repair Skills,Quality Assurance,Adaptability,Physical Strength,Attention to Detail

About Tigercat | MacDonald Steel

Tigercat and TCi timber harvesting systems, material processing solutions and industrial equipment for the toughest applications.

Team size: 501-1,000 employees
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Industry: Machinery Manufacturing

What you'll do

  • As a Mechanical Assembler, you will fit and assemble components according to engineering diagrams to build sub-assemblies for heavy forestry equipment. You will also test and check electrical assemblies and ensure quality standards are met.

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What does a Mechanical Assembler do at Tigercat | MacDonald Steel?

As a Mechanical Assembler at Tigercat | MacDonald Steel, you will: as a Mechanical Assembler, you will fit and assemble components according to engineering diagrams to build sub-assemblies for heavy forestry equipment. You will also test and check electrical assemblies and ensure quality standards are met..

Why join Tigercat | MacDonald Steel as a Mechanical Assembler?

Tigercat | MacDonald Steel is a leading Machinery Manufacturing company.

Is the Mechanical Assembler position at Tigercat | MacDonald Steel remote?

The Mechanical Assembler position at Tigercat | MacDonald Steel is based in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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