Bench Operator

AAA Canada Inc.; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent job security

AAA Academy access

Quality equipment

Sick days

Career growth

Major aerospace/transport projects

Wellness program

Job summary

AAA Canada Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Bench Operator for our Mississauga production team. You will prepare, assemble, and inspect jigs and fixtures, using precision tools and drawings to ensure high-quality tooling components.

The role emphasizes reading engineering drawings, maintaining strict tolerances, and collaborating with machinists and toolmakers to meet project timelines. A strong safety mindset and hands-on machining familiarity are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in assembly, machining, tooling, manufacturing, or related industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Familiarity with dimensional tolerances and mechanical assembly processes.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Basic manual machining experience, particularly milling.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare jig and fixture components for assembly through cleaning, deburring, fitting, and dimensional verification.
• Assemble jigs, fixtures, and tooling in accordance with engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Perform tapping, broaching, straightening, fitting, and alignment operations to ensure proper functionality and accuracy.
• Conduct basic machining operations on manual milling machines to modify or finish components as required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, dimensional tolerances, and assembly specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and gauges to verify part dimensions.
• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, fit, and overall quality before release to production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform routine care and maintenance of hand tools, machinery, and measuring equipment.
• Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, and quality concerns to supervisors.
• Collaborate with machinists, toolmakers, and production team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on schedule.

Skills

Read blueprints

Dimensional tolerances

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented and motivated Bench Operator to join our production team. This hands-on role is ideal for individuals with strong mechanical aptitude who enjoy working with precision tools, interpreting technical drawings, and assembling high-quality tooling and fixture components.

As a Bench Operator, you will play a key role in preparing, assembling, modifying, and inspecting jigs, fixtures, and tooling to support production operations while meeting engineering specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare jig and fixture components for assembly through cleaning, deburring, fitting, and dimensional verification.
• Assemble jigs, fixtures, and tooling in accordance with engineering drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Perform tapping, broaching, straightening, fitting, and alignment operations to ensure proper functionality and accuracy.
• Conduct basic machining operations on manual milling machines to modify or finish components as required.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, dimensional tolerances, and assembly specifications.
• Use precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and gauges to verify part dimensions.
• Inspect completed assemblies for accuracy, fit, and overall quality before release to production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following company safety policies and procedures.
• Perform routine care and maintenance of hand tools, machinery, and measuring equipment.
• Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, and quality concerns to supervisors.
• Collaborate with machinists, toolmakers, and production team members to ensure projects are completed efficiently and on schedule.

Qualifications, Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in assembly, machining, tooling, manufacturing, or a related industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Familiarity with dimensional tolerances and mechanical assembly processes.
• Experience using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Basic manual machining experience, particularly with milling machines, is considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Good problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement..

Schedule: Day Shift (7:00 AM - 4:30 PM)

Advantages and benefits

• Permanent employment offering stability and security.
• Access to AAA Academy for ongoing professional development.
• Use of high performance and quality equipment.
• Sick days to ensure your well-being.
• Opportunities for career development and professional growth.
• Stimulating work environment with major projects in the aerospace, ground transportation and defense sectors.
• Health and wellness program.

Start an exciting adventure with AAA Canada, where every application opens the door to new possibilities. We don't just look at your resume; we're interested in the person behind it, your unique strengths, your passions and your potential for excellence.