Assembly Operator

JFE Shoji Power Canada Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 26,867 - 38,265; Full time

Job summary

JFE Shoji Power Canada Inc. in Burlington, Ontario is seeking an Assembly Operator for a contract role starting now.

You will precisely assemble flat-stacked transformer cores from laminations, inspect quality, and work with cross-functional teams to meet production goals while upholding safety standards. The role requires strong mechanical aptitude, blueprint literacy, and the ability to operate machinery with focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED/CAEC) required.
• Technical or vocational training preferred.
• 5–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Prior experience operating machinery or equipment preferred.
• Forklift and overhead crane certified.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and schematics.
• Familiarity with production equipment and safety standards.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Strong math, measurement skills (calipers, micrometers, rulers).
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Organized and able to manage tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite

Responsibilities

• Assemble transformer cores using steel laminations according to instructions to meet customer specs.
• Stack, align, and interleave steel sheets accurately.
• Use calipers, micrometers, rulers to verify dimensions.
• Install core supports, clamps, insulation materials as needed.
• Ensure correct orientation and stacking sequence for electrical performance.
• Operate core stacking tables, hoists, or cranes safely.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections throughout assembly.
• Identify and report non-conformances to supervisor/QA.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area following 5S and safety protocols.
• Complete production documentation and checklists accurately.
• Collaborate with team members, shift managers, and other departments.
• Be accountable for production start/stop times and shift planning.
• Review schedule prior to each shift and ensure manpower availability.

Skills

Machinery operation

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Technical training preferred

Tools

Forklift certification

Overhead crane certified

Job description

Join Our Team: Assembly Operator

JFE Shoji Power Canada (JSC) is an electrical steel products manufacturer located in Burlington, Ontario. As the largest producer of transformer cores in North America, JSC specializes in wound, amorphous, and step-lap cores for power generation and distribution equipment. Its electrical steel products and magnetic materials are also used in electric vehicle motors and charging station infrastructure, data centres, audio equipment, and other industrial applications.

Since 1972, JSC (formerly Cogent) has grown from a small niche manufacturer to an integral part of the North American electrical steel supply chain with multiple facilities and over 500 employees. JSC is dedicated to meeting the growing demand for electrical energy by providing strategic, innovative, and sustainable solutions to its clients.

What Sets Us Apart?

At JFE Shoji Power Canada, we are more than just a company—we are a community that embraces safety. We have a proactive safety attitude where every team member is empowered to care for each other and take responsibility for keeping everyone safe. By embodying the ICare principles, we ensure that safety is not just a priority but a core value of our culture. Each employee plays an essential role in shaping a workplace where safety is embedded in every action we take, and where incidents are prevented before they happen.

How you’ll make an impact

The Assembly Operator is responsible for the precise assembly of small, medium and/or large flat-stacked transformer core assemblies using steel laminations. This role requires a strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, specification-compliant products. The operator will build, troubleshoot, and inspect transformer cores while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet production goals and maintain safety standards.

Please note this role is a contract role to start and is day and afternoon shifts.

Job Responsibilities

• Assemble small, medium and/or large flat-stacked transformer cores using steel laminations according to work instructions, drawings, and/or blueprints to ensure conformance to customer specifications
• Accurately stack, align, and interleave steel sheets to form the transformer core structure
• Use measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, rulers) to verify dimensions and tolerances
• Install core supports, clamps, and insulation materials as required
• Ensure correct orientation and stacking sequence of core laminations to meet electrical performance specifications
• Operate core stacking tables, lifting devices, hoists, or cranes to position heavy components safely
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections throughout the assembly process to maintain high quality standards
• Identify and report non-conformances or defects to the supervisor or quality department
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, following 5S and safety protocols
• Complete required production documentation and checklists accurately
• Collaborate with other team members, team leaders, shift managers, material handlers, engineering, quality control, and other departments as required
• Accountable for production start and stop times
• Review production schedule prior to beginning of each shift and ensure there is sufficient manpower to meet production requirementsMake sure tools and materials are available and in proper condition to meet production requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED/CAEC) required
• Technical or vocational training preferred
• 5 – 7 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment
• Prior experience operating machinery or equipment preferred
• Forklift and overhead crane certified
• Strong mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and schematics
• Familiarity with production equipment and safety standards
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Strong math, measurement skills (e.g., using calipers, micrometers, or rulers) and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform repetitive tasks
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written
• Organized and able to manage tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite

Hourly rate: $23.64 plus shift premium

Please note this posting is for a current, vacant position.