Manufacturing Specialist

Pratt & Whitney Canada; Enfield; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Enfield, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Manufacturing Specialist for its Plant 41 team. The candidate should have a degree in engineering or equivalent, proficiency in English, and experience in automated manufacturing is an asset. The role involves working in shifts, managing multiple tasks, and ensuring adherence to safety practices. Extensive training will be provided.

Benefits

Career development programs

Employee benefits

Corporate health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in an engineering discipline, Journeyman machinist, Mechanical Technician, or equivalent.
• Must be eligible to work in Canada.
• Previous grinding and/or machining experience may provide an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Work within a highly specialized team to achieve daily targets.
• Set up, monitor and troubleshoot automated manufacturing equipment.
• Facilitate continuous improvement using tools like Kaizen.

Skills

Degree or Diploma in engineering

Previous experience in automated manufacturing

Continuous improvement experience

Fluency in English

Education

Degree or Diploma in engineering discipline

Tools

CNC machinery

Robotics

Human-Machine Interface (HMI)

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Specialist role at Pratt & Whitney Canada.

Location : LOC13056 189 Pratt & Whitney Drive Aerotech Business Park, Enfield, Nova Scotia, Canada (B2T 1L1)

Date Posted : 2025-08-19

Country : Canada

Position Type : Unspecified

What we offer

• A renowned, global company
• Innovative, state-of-the-art products and technology: next-generation aircraft and helicopter engines (PW800, PT6E-series, F135, etc.)
• Development of green and sustainable technologies
• Career development and education programs
• Leadership training programs and mentoring
• Range of employee benefits, savings plan and pension plan
• Recognized environmental, health and safety practices
• Corporate health and wellness programs and employee resource groups
• Assistance program for parental leave
• A corporate culture that values diversity, equality, inclusion and community involvement

What you need to be successful

• Degree or Diploma in an engineering discipline, Journeyman machinist, Mechanical Technician, or an equivalent combination of similar relevant education and experience
• Previous experience in an automated manufacturing environment considered an asset
• Continuous improvement experience considered an asset
• Previous grinding and/or machining experience will be considered an asset and may provide an advantage
• Must be eligible to work in Canada
• Fluency in English

What your day-to-day will look like

As part of the Plant 41 multidisciplinary team, the Manufacturing Specialist will be responsible for processing parts through the manufacturing line utilizing multi-skilling abilities in a 24-7 environment, 12 hour shift environment. The selected candidate must be able to work all shift hours, including night shift. The operator will be expected to perform multiple tasks throughout the line and must be fully aware of export control requirements and adhere to expectations.

Responsibilities

• Work within a highly specialized team to establish and achieve high expectations, goals and daily targets
• Maintain an engaged attitude
• Manage multiple tasks at various levels of completion, using the best use of time and resources to complete work
• Use specialized equipment, related software and systems such as robotics, machine logic, tooling, Human - Machine Interface (HMI), and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) grinding, milling, part marking and ATTI
• Set up, monitor and troubleshoot automated manufacturing center equipment
• Facilitate continuous improvement by using tools such as Kaizen events and CORE Operating System
• Keep current with job requirements, products, computer technology (e.g. MS Office products), and company policies
• Actively participate in the development of processes and standard work documents that will create a productive, self-sustaining cell that operates at the highest CORE level
• Be actively involved in maintaining training documentation (OJT’s, Standard Work) and leading area training as required
• Perform routine maintenance tasks (TPM walk arounds) and assist maintenance with PM activities
• Work with the various Plant 41 support areas to ensure cell success and compliance
• Support EH&S initiatives and actively participate in incident investigations, tier 1 audits and WAA
• Report and present on Manufacturing Line

Note: Please note that this position will require extensive training.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Airlines and Aviation

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