Associate Assembler

Job Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Assembler will assemble to documentation set and to company quality standards within a specific time frame. Work is performed under direct supervision in a Production environment within our Bedford facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible and accountable for producing quality work to prescribed standards, with a focus on continuous improvement to meet customer commitments on schedule and within budget
• Assembling, modifying, reworking, and repairing electronic and electrical assemblies
• Work from documentation set including wiring and assembly drawings, work instructions, and engineering specs
• Repetitive electrical assembly and subassembly using hand tools, including powered, solder irons and wire crimpers
• Wire preparation, crimping and soldering lugs, basic wire connection
• Operates within standard operating procedures and to quality standards
• Performs other light assembly work as directed
• Maintain a safe work environment by adhering to all safety procedures including those which govern the handling of materials, chemicals, tools, and equipment (WHMIS)
• Properly use required PPE 
• May participate in LEAN Events, “Six S” activities, action teams etc
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Perform simple assemblies and hardware installation screws, washers, nuts and have basic understanding of build documentation

What you require to be successful in the role:

• Possession of a High School Diploma and/or equivalent combination of education and related work experience
• Minimum of 1+ years of related work experience within a fast-paced electronics manufacturing environment preferred
• Knowledge of soldering an asset
• Manual Dexterity
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions (mostly written, but some oral/visual instructions are provided)
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required
• Must follow company safety policies
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Must be able to meet quality standards

Benefits of working with DRS Canada:

• A motivating team-based environment where your achievements matter
• An opportunity to work on industry leading edge technology
• Compressed work week to promote a healthy work/life balance
• Industry leading wellness program including:
  • Health, dental, and vision coverage available on first day of hire at no cost to the employee with access to virtual healthcare
  • Access to Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation including:
  • Reimbursement for professional development initiatives and memberships plus access to free online learning resources
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan with matching company contributions with access to complimentary financial planning
  • Maternity and Parental leave top-up
  • Vacation, personal days, sick leave, and additional company paid days off