Hardware Inserter

Wesgar Inc.; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental care

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation

Company events

Job summary

Wesgar Inc. in Port Coquitlam, BC is hiring a Hardware Inserter, an entry-level position on our production team. No prior experience required; training provided, with focus on safety and accuracy in inserting hardware into sheet metal parts.

You will set up and operate hardware insertion machines, follow work instructions and drawings, handle parts carefully, and maintain a clean, organized work area. This role offers day or afternoon shifts and full-time, permanent employment with competitive

Qualifications

• No previous manufacturing experience required.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and drawings, or willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Insert the correct hardware, including PEMs, clips, and ties, into fabricated sheet metal parts according to job travellers, drawings, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate hardware insertion machines safely and correctly.
• Identify machine or process issues and either correct or report them as appropriate.
• Handle parts carefully to prevent damage or injury.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Attention to detail

Blueprint reading

Basic computer skills

Stand for long hours

Lift up to 50 lbs

Punctual and reliable

Willing to learn

Authorized to work in Canada

Job description

About Wesgar

Wesgar is a leader in the custom sheet metal fabrication industry, specializing in high-mix, low-volume manufacturing for a wide range of global sectors. Based in Port Coquitlam, we pride ourselves on a workplace culture built on empathy, professional development, and operational excellence. We are committed to maintaining a professional, inclusive, and high-energy environment where every team member has the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects.

Position Summary

We are looking for a reliable and hands-on Hardware Inserter to join our production team. This is a great entry-level opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in manufacturing, and no previous experience is required.

This role is responsible for inserting hardware into fabricated sheet metal parts, following work instructions and drawings, and operating hardware insertion equipment safely and accurately. Training will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Insert the correct hardware, including PEMs, clips, and ties, into fabricated sheet metal parts according to job travellers, drawings, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate hardware insertion machines safely and correctly.
• Identify machine or process issues and either correct or report them as appropriate.
• Handle parts carefully to prevent damage or injury.
• Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Qualifications & Skills

• No previous manufacturing experience required.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and drawings, or willingness to learn.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and handle parts weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Preferred Attributes

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, or other hands-on work is an asset.
• Familiarity with basic blueprints, drawings, or work instructions is an asset.
• Comfortable working with production equipment and repetitive tasks.

Schedule & Pay Details

• Shift: Day shift (6:00 AM to 2:00 PM) or Afternoon shift (2:00 PM to 10:00 PM)
• Location: Port Coquitlam, BC
• Pay: $18.75 – $20.00 per hour
• Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
• Work Location: In person

Why Join Us?

Equal Opportunity: Wesgar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits: Eligible employees have access to extended health care, dental care, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and company events.

Real-World Impact: Build practical manufacturing skills while working with precision sheet metal parts and learning production equipment in a hands-on environment.

Wesgar Inc. is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable human rights legislation. If you require accommodation, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.