Lead Assembly Technician

Dawn Staffing Solutions Inc; Burlington; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawn Staffing Solutions Inc. is seeking a Lead Assembly Technician to supervise hands-on assembly and testing of custom tooling near Burlington, ON. The role requires hands-on leadership of the assembly team and ensures timely delivery per project schedules.

You will review blueprints, coordinate material readiness, and support FAT testing while maintaining quality and safety standards. This full-time position offers dayshift work in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Diploma or equivalent in a mechanical or electro-mechanical field.
• 5+ years in assembly/manufacturing or quality roles in custom equipment.
• 3+ years reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mechanical assembly of tooling and machinery from drawings and specs.
• Lead and support Technicians by assigning tasks, priorities, and guidance.
• Review drawings before builds and ensure materials and tools are ready.
• Coordinate daily activities to support schedules and customer requirements.
• Assist with FAT testing and troubleshoot assembly-related issues.
• Ensure quality, documentation, and safety compliance throughout assembly and testing.
• Manage consumables and tooling with the Supervisor and flag shortages.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and promote safety culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Team leadership

Mechanical assembly

Education

Diploma/certificate in mechanical or electro-mechanical field

Job description

Lead Assembly Technician

We are seeking a Lead Assembly Technician to support the hands-on assembly and testing of custom tooling and machinery while providing daily leadership to the assembly team near Burlington, ON.

Pay

$80- $95K

Shift

Days

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mechanical assembly of custom tooling and machinery using technical drawings, specifications, and procedures.
• Lead and support Assembly Technicians by assigning daily tasks, setting priorities, and providing technical guidance.
• Review drawing packages before builds, identify potential issues, and ensure materials, parts, and tools are available prior to assembly.
• Conduct pre-job meetings and coordinate daily activities to support project schedules and customer requirements.
• Assist with functional testing and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), troubleshooting assembly-related issues as needed.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, inspection requirements, and documentation throughout the assembly and testing process.
• Coordinate consumable and tooling requirements with the Supervisor and elevate material shortages when necessary.
• Follow all health and safety policies, WHMIS regulations, and safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Diploma, certificate, trade qualification, or equivalent experience in a related mechanical, industrial, or electro-mechanical field.
• 5+ years of assembly, manufacturing, or quality experience in a custom equipment environment.
• 3+ years of experience reading and interpreting blueprints and technical drawings.