Assembly & Finishing Technician

Mahler Machining; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 2,755,200 - 3,857,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Health and lifestyle spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation starting at two weeks

Discretionary annual bonus

Company‑provided uniforms and safety装备

Safety boot allowance

Company events and team off‑sites

Job summary

Mahler Machining, a leading Western Canada manufacturer, is hiring an Assembly & Finishing Technician for the Day Shift (7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday) to perform mechanical assembly, hardware installation and metal finishing on high‑precision components.

You will use hand tools, measuring equipment and deburring machines, follow detailed drawings and procedures, and maintain quality and safety in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence working with your hands.
• Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Pride in producing consistent, high‑quality work.
• Ability to follow detailed drawings, instructions, and procedures.
• Comfortable operating machinery, hand tools, and power tools safely.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work independently.
• Adaptable and willing to shift priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable using a computer for basic data entry and work instructions.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and lift or move parts and materials.
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components according to drawings and work instructions.
• Install hardware such as bushings, dowel pins, threaded inserts and fasteners.
• Perform deburring, polishing and other metal finishing operations.
• Operate deburring and finishing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Use hand and power tools and basic measuring equipment.
• Record work and part movements in the ERP system.
• Identify quality concerns and communicate them to the team.
• Assist with developing and improving assembly processes.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work area.
• Support other production activities as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Independent worker

Team player

Computer data entry

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Deburring machines

Job description

About The Company

Mahler Machining is one of Western Canada’s leading manufacturers of precision‑machined components. We have been family‑owned and operated for over 40 years and have been growing rapidly under new ownership since 2022. Our modern, clean shop houses 27 CNC machines and a team of over 50 people across three shifts. We value respect, teamwork, hustle, ownership, and doing things the right way. Our goal is to be a world‑class manufacturing partner for our customers and one of the best places to work in manufacturing.

About The Role

We’re hiring an Assembly & Finishing Technician to join our fast‑growing production team. The position will perform mechanical assembly, hardware installation, deburring, polishing, and other finishing operations on high‑precision machined components. You will use hand tools, measuring equipment, and specialized deburring and finishing machines. The role is on the Day Shift, Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform mechanical assembly of precision‑machined components.
• Install hardware such as bushings, dowel pins, threaded inserts, fasteners, and other components.
• Perform deburring, polishing, blending, and other metal‑finishing operations.
• Operate automated and semi‑automated deburring and finishing equipment.
• Use hand tools, pneumatic tools, presses, and basic measuring equipment.
• Follow drawings, work instructions, photographs, and assembly procedures.
• Inspect completed work to ensure parts meet quality and appearance requirements.
• Accurately record completed work and part movement in our ERP system.
• Identify quality concerns and communicate them to the appropriate team member.
• Assist with developing and improving assembly and finishing processes.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Support other production activities when required.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence working with your hands.
• Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Pride in producing consistent, high‑quality work.
• Ability to follow detailed drawings, instructions, and procedures.
• Comfortable operating machinery, hand tools, and power tools safely.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to work independently.
• Adaptable and willing to shift priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Comfortable using a computer for basic data entry and work instructions.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods and lift or move parts and materials.
• Positive, team‑oriented attitude.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality.

Experience in manufacturing, mechanical assembly, metal polishing, automotive work, fabrication, woodworking, jewelry making, or another hands‑on trade would be considered an asset.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation based on experience.
• Extended health and dental benefits.
• Health and lifestyle spending accounts.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid vacation starting at two weeks and increasing to three weeks after five years.
• Discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Company‑provided uniforms and safety equipment.
• Safety boot allowance.
• Company events and team off‑sites.

Growth Opportunities

We promote from within whenever possible. Strong performers in this role can grow into skilled production roles as they gain experience. This is an excellent starting point for someone looking to build a long‑term career in advanced manufacturing.