Mechanical Assembler

Ecolab Quimica Ltda.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

CoolIT is seeking temporary Mechanical Assemblers for its manufacturing team in Canada. The role involves subassembly and final assembly of electro‑mechanical products, including wiring, fluids, and thermal transfer components. Two shifts are available: Day and Evening.

The team will work toward production deadlines and participate in Lean initiatives to improve efficiency. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience with hand tools, and the ability to lift and handle parts.

Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools and reading basic instructions.
• Clear written and verbal English communication.
• Ability to perform basic math, measurements, and unit conversions.

Responsibilities

• Subassembly and final assembly of electro‑mechanical products with wiring, fluids, and thermal transfer components.
• Assemble prototypes and production Cold plate Loops, Manifolds, Tube assemblies, and Heat Exchanger Modules.
• Use hand, pneumatic, and electric tools and fixtures; follow SOPs and WIs.
• Provide input to improve safety, quality, productivity, and reduce errors.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to develop visual work instructions and fixtures.
• Participate in 5S+ and Kaizen activities and meet production deadlines.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve throughput and quality.

Skills

Hand tools

English communication

Basic math & measurement

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

Role:

This role will report to the Production Manager and will be integral to contributing to the future of scalable computer cooling solutions.

We are seeking temporary Mechanical Assemblers to join our manufacturing team and start as soon as possible.

Two Shifts are available: Day and Evening Shift

Responsibilities:

• Subassembly and final assembly of simple and complex electro-mechanical products incorporating electrical wiring; fluid circulation, and thermal transfer hardware.
• Assembly of prototype and production of Cold plate Loops, Manifold, Tube Assemblies and Heat Exchanger Module Products.
• Assembly of hardware components using hand, pneumatic, and electric power tools; and custom assembly fixtures.
• Ensure products are assembled per manufacturing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instruction (WIs).
• Provide input in assembly sequence and process to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency; and reduce fatigue and Opportunities For Error (OFE).
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to develop visual work instructions and custom assembly fixtures.
• Participate in regular Kaizen activities for “continuous improvement” and support 5S+ initiatives.
• Work to production deadlines to meet customer delivery dates.
• Strive to attain key performance metrics for Manufacturing & Quality.
• Recommend, evaluate, and implement opportunities for eliminating waste, continuous process, and product improvement, and leads “Lean Manufacturing” initiatives to improve production rates and quality output.
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail in performing all activities.

WHO YOU ARE:

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum High School Diploma required.
• Prior experience with hand tools.
• Requires physical mobility and strength to exert up to 20 kg (44 lbs) of lifting force occasionally, up to 10 kg of force lifting frequently, and negligible force to operate material handling equipment.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with hand tools in Electro-Mechanical Assembly in manufacturing environment, wood workshops or construction.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles including 5S, Build-In Quality, DFX, Heijunka, Jidoka, JIT, Kaizen, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, etc is an asset.
• IPC-A-610 soldering certification is an asset.

Skills:

• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills required.
• Ability to understand and execute written and oral instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills (i.e. fractions and decimals; imperial and metric) required.

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.

During pre-screening, we may use an AI tool, supported by human oversight, to efficiently manage tasks such as resume screening and/or interview scheduling. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-hire background checks as a condition of employment.