Machining Inspector – Automated Production Line, Advanced Manufacturing Center

Pratt & Whitney; Longueuil; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Collective insurance

Career progression

Merit program

Health & wellness

Sports club

Nearby daycares

Transit access / free parking

Job summary

Pratt & Whitney Canada in Longueuil, Quebec, is seeking candidates for skilled machining roles within a French-speaking environment requiring basic English for technical terms. The job focuses on operating automated lines, maintaining tooling, and ensuring quality while meeting production targets.

Ideal applicants hold a DVS in Machining Techniques and related NC machining credentials, with 1–2 years of relevant experience. Competitive benefits and career progression are provided.

Qualifications

• Diploma of Vocational Studies in Machining Techniques.
• ASC/ASP in Numerical Control Machining and a DEC in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• This position requires teamwork and basic English proficiency for technical instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimize automated manufacturing lines for turbine components.
• Monitor production indicators and ensure on-time delivery to customers.
• Support maintenance, calibration, and quality checks on tooling and equipment.
• Collaborate with a qualified team to improve the work environment.

Skills

Teamwork

English basics

Education

DVS Machining Techniques

AEC (ASP) NC Machining

DEC Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) is a global leader in the aerospace industry established in Longueuil, Quebec. We manufacture next-generation engines that power the largest fleet of aircraft and helicopters in the world across business, general, and regional aviation segments.

In nearly 100 years, we have achieved numerous breakthroughs in developing engines that transport goods and materials, fight forest fires, and transport passengers.

An Employer of Choice

Pratt & Whitney Canada was recognized as one of Canada's Top 10 Employers in 2025 by Forbes, in addition to being ranked the #1 employer in Canada's aerospace and defense industry! Our head office is listed among the top employers in the Montreal region. Together, these distinctions confirm our reputation as an employer of choice in the Montreal region, Canada, and worldwide.

What your daily routine will look like

Main Functions:

Work Environment

• We primarily produce turbines and compressors for the GTF engine program, notably used for the Airbus A320neo & A220 as well as the Embraer E2.

• Highly automated manufacturing line, combining advanced robotics and closed-door machining technologies, unique in the world.

• Collaborate within a qualified and passionate team, ready to share their knowledge and work closely together to improve the work environment.

Production Plan

• Ensure optimal production of equipment, machines, and tools.

• Analyze work, identify production requirements, and proactively detect special requirements regarding difficulties.

• Diagnose production indicators, statistical data, and perform operating cycles to simultaneously operate multiple machines or internal/external processes at the advanced manufacturing center.

• Maintain and optimally control production flow and parts inventories.

• Perform necessary settings, adjustments, and alignments of tools, equipment, and precision measuring instruments.

• Take required actions to maintain production pace to ensure on-time delivery to customers.

Maintenance Plan

• Perform first-level diagnostics to identify the source of problems, intervene and/or coordinate interventions by various support groups. Apply knowledge of equipment and robotics/networking as a first responder.

• Apply the maintenance plan for equipment/processes, perform autonomous maintenance routines as well as any kind of minor maintenance work such as maintaining fluid/media/acid levels; checking, cleaning, and lubricating parts and gauges; minor repairs of machinery, tooling, and mechanical equipment, and act as support during interventions.

• Use various computer systems and technologies such as machine and automated line interfaces, dashboards, ESS systems, tooling, maintenance and consumable management systems, and/or any other computer systems necessary for the proper operation of the advanced manufacturing center.

Global Quality Plan

• Validate compliance with the quality plan by performing dimensional and visual checks on parts and tools according to the sampling plan.

• Proactively analyze indicators. Investigate the causes of repetitive problems. Recommend, direct, implement, and ensure follow-up of preventive or corrective actions as well as work techniques and methods.

• Use mechanisms such as "ANDON" to signal events that hinder work progress according to standards.

• Apply calibration routines and ensure tooling integrity by keeping appropriate records up to date.

• Document all requirements related to the global quality plan.

• Initiate and lead quality clinics to meet the overall equipment effectiveness rate.

• Validate that parts meet all requested standards and specifications.

Related Functions

May be called upon to perform various tasks or operations such as ATTI verification, shot peening, sandblasting, polishing, cleaning by various chemical and mechanical processes, simple deburring, masking and unmasking of parts and/or various articles, etc., to ensure the continuous flow of materials. In addition, tasks external to the AMC such as balancing, inspection, and packaging are performed.

What you need to succeed

Requirements

• Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) in Machining Techniques

• AEC (ASP) in Numerical Control Machine Tool Machining

• DEC in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering

• Ability to work in a team

• This position is within a French-speaking work environment; however, it requires a basic knowledge of English to understand certain specialized work instructions, drawings, and technical terms that may originate from international organizations.

Asset:

• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience

What we offer:

• Retirement and savings plan program with employer matching

• Collective insurance program

• Advancement opportunities (career progression)

• Merit program or recognition program

Health and wellness program, including telemedicine

• Recreational and sports club

• Nearby daycares

• Transit accessibility or public transit program and free parking

Working at Pratt & Whitney Canada

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, we combine passion, daring, and rigor to design, manufacture, and maintain the most advanced and reliable aircraft engines in the world. Our work and the quality of our products contribute to the success of our customers, who in turn save lives, support commerce, connect communities, and protect freedoms.

At Pratt & Whitney Canada, you have the opportunity to make a difference every day; you just have to look up. Are you ready to push your limits?