Manufacturing Technologist

Promation; Oakville; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Saving Plan

Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Promation, based in Oakville, Ontario, seeks a Manufacturing Technologist to bridge engineering and manufacturing, ensuring parts are manufacturable and processes optimized for on-time, high-quality delivery.

You will develop detailed manufacturing plans, determine in-house vs. subcontracted work, source subcontractors, and support procurement with technical insight while coordinating with QA and project teams.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
• 2–4 years hands-on experience in manufacturing, machining, or welding environments.
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning.
• Experience in a custom, non-repetitive production environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings to ensure manufacturability across machining, fabrication, welding, and finishing.
• Develop detailed manufacturing plans and process flows.
• Determine whether work should be completed in-house or subcontracted.
• Source and evaluate subcontractors, including obtaining and reviewing quotes.
• Create technical purchase requests and support procurement activities.
• Coordinate with QA to release approved drawings and ensure compliance.
• Act as the key technical point of contact between vendors and internal teams.
• Oversee subcontracting logistics (shipping, receiving, timelines).
• Manage non-conformances and support resolution of manufacturing issues.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and project teams to solve technical challenges.

Skills

Read engineering drawings

Manufacturing processes

Production planning

Communication & collaboration

ERP familiarity

Education

Post-secondary in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Founded in 1995, Promation is a leading integrator and manufacturer of high-quality tooling, automation, and robotic systems in Oakville, Ontario. We deliver custom equipment and turnkey systems globally, from assembly to vision inspection systems, to provide the best automation solutions. Our dedicated team of PLC designers and engineering professionals ensure top-notch products and services, supported by the Nuclear, Automation, and Industrial divisions.

Role Description

We're looking for a Manufacturing Technologist to join our fast-paced, project-driven environment. In this role, you will bridge engineering and manufacturing - ensuring parts are manufacturable, processes are optimized, and projects are delivered on time and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings to ensure manufacturability across machining, fabrication, welding, and finishing
• Develop detailed manufacturing plans and process flows
• Determine whether work should be completed in-house or subcontracted
• Source and evaluate subcontractors, including obtaining and reviewing quotes
• Create technical purchase requests and support procurement activities
• Coordinate with QA to release approved drawings and ensure compliance
• Act as the key technical point of contact between vendors and internal teams
• Oversee subcontracting logistics (shipping, receiving, timelines)
• Manage non-conformances and support resolution of manufacturing issues
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and project teams to solve technical challenges

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
• 2-4 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, machining, or welding environments
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and production planning
• Experience working in a custom, non-repetitive production environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with ERP systems

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Participation in our Retirement Saving Plan & Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exciting and unique projects to grow and develop your career!
• A flexible and supportive work environment.

Salary Range: $78,000-$83,000

This job posting is for an active, existing vacancy within our organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.