Group Lead, Mechanical Assembly

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive bonus

Stock Purchase Plan

Health Care Benefits + $600 HealthCare

Employee Engagement Events

Employee Development Programs

Job summary

ATS Industrial Automation in Cambridge, ON, is seeking a Group Lead for Mechanical Assembly to guide Toolmakers and Apprentices in building custom automation equipment and robotic work cells.

You will coordinate workloads, mentor staff, and lead the mechanical execution of large projects from assembly to customer acceptance, while collaborating with Engineering, Electrical, Controls, and Manufacturing teams to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Qualification as a Machine Tool Builder and Integrator, or an equivalent recognized trade certification.
• Completion of an apprenticeship program and Certificate of Qualification in a related skilled trade.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical assembly, machine building, tooling, or automation environments.
• Proven ability to perform the responsibilities outlined in this role, including technical leadership and project execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of Toolmakers and Apprentices in the build and integration of custom automation equipment, robotic work cells, and special-purpose machinery.
• Plan and assign work to support project schedules, quality standards, and on-time delivery objectives.
• Lead the mechanical execution of large, complex automation projects from assembly through testing, installation, and customer acceptance.
• Mentor and develop Toolmakers and Apprentices by providing guidance, technical expertise, and performance feedback.
• Complete timesheet approvals, vacation requests, and project status reporting for the assigned team.
• Provide regular updates to management on project progress, resource requirements, and team performance.
• Machine, fit, assemble, and troubleshoot precision components, tooling, and mechanical systems.
• Operate manual machining equipment, including lathes and mills, to support new builds, modifications, and rework activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Applications, Electrical, Controls, and Manufacturing teams throughout project execution.
• Review mechanical designs, drawings, and assembly requirements to support manufacturability, functionality, and project success.
• Support project planning activities, including labour estimates, assembly strategies, and resource coordination.

Skills

Mechanical assembly

Team leadership

Machining

Project coordination

Education

Certificate of Qualification as a Machine Tool Builder and Integrator

Apprenticeship program completion

Tools

Lathes

Mills

Manual machining equipment

Job description

Group Lead, Mechanical Assembly

Location: Cambridge, ON, CA, N3H 4R7

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation. Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

• Pay Rate: $40.38 - $55.53 per hour
• Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ's and lunches, weekly snack day, etc.)
• Employee Development Programs

Major Duties

• Machine, fit, and assemble precision components and tooling to support the build of custom automation equipment, robotic work cells, and special-purpose machinery, while maintaining high standards of quality and productivity.
• Coordinate and support the daily activities of Toolmakers and apprentices involved in mechanical build, bench assembly, floor assembly, and system integration to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Set up and operate manual machine tools, including lathes and mills, applying machining knowledge and mechanical expertise to support new builds, troubleshooting, and rework activities.
• Assign and coordinate work within the Mechanical Assembly team based on individual skills, experience, and project requirements.
• Lead the mechanical execution of large and complex automation projects, ensuring quality workmanship and successful project delivery.

Specific Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of Toolmakers and Apprentices in the build and integration of custom automation equipment, robotic work cells, and special-purpose machinery.
• Plan and assign work to support project schedules, quality standards, and on-time delivery objectives.
• Lead the mechanical execution of large, complex automation projects from assembly through testing, installation, and customer acceptance.
• Mentor and develop Toolmakers and Apprentices by providing guidance, technical expertise, and performance feedback.
• Complete timesheet approvals, vacation requests, and project status reporting for the assigned team.
• Provide regular updates to management on project progress, resource requirements, and team performance.
• Machine, fit, assemble, and troubleshoot precision components, tooling, and mechanical systems.
• Operate manual machining equipment, including lathes and mills, to support new builds, modifications, and rework activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Applications, Electrical, Controls, and Manufacturing teams throughout project execution.
• Review mechanical designs, drawings, and assembly requirements to support manufacturability, functionality, and project success.
• Support project planning activities, including labour estimates, assembly strategies, and resource coordination.

Coordinate mechanical support during equipment debug, integration, and acceptance testing.

Act as a technical resource to Manufacturing and Assembly teams, helping resolve mechanical issues and drive project success.

Support project quoting and concept development activities by providing technical input and labour estimates.

Participate in project kick-off meetings and execution planning activities.

Determine tooling and equipment requirements needed to support assembly and project execution.

• Travel to customer sites as required to support equipment installation, commissioning, and customer training.

Health and Safety Requirements

Supervisors/Leads are responsible for promoting, monitoring, and enforcing work practices that support the prevention of workplace illness and injury, environmental protection, and an engaged safety culture throughout the organization. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing leadership, training, and guidance to team members, contractors, and temporary workers.
• Ensuring work is performed safely and in compliance with company policies, legislative requirements, and environmental standards.
• Promoting hazard awareness and ensuring employees have the training and resources required to work safely.
• Conducting workplace inspections, incident investigations, and implementing corrective actions as required.
• Ensuring the proper use of equipment, materials, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Supporting health, safety, and environmental programs, initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

Education

• Certificate of Qualification as a Machine Tool Builder and Integrator, or an equivalent recognized trade certification.

Experience

• Completion of an apprenticeship program and Certificate of Qualification in a related skilled trade.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical assembly, machine building, tooling, or automation environments.
• Proven ability to perform the responsibilities outlined in this role, including technical leadership and project execution.

Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

• Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforce
• We offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase Program
• We provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more.
• We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program.

The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.

ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre-defined, rule-based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule-based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.