Mechanical Assembler

Valid Manufacturing; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Team of skilled professionals

Work-life balance

Development opportunities

Job summary

Valid Manufacturing Ltd. in Salmon Arm, BC is seeking an Assembler to perform a range of mechanical assembly duties. You will work under guidance from senior staff and support the team to produce high-quality products.

The role emphasizes safe practices, accurate record-keeping, and contributing to a collaborative work environment with opportunities for growth and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for long periods and work on ladders/scaffolding as needed.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate small parts.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of Valid products in a shop environment.
• Use hand tools and power tools to assemble components.
• Maintain accurate time records using the company system.
• Keep workspace and tools clean and safe.
• Identify components and assemblies by part number, type, function, size and color.
• Adhere to safety practices at all times.

Skills

Read and understand information

Read and interpret drawings

Plan and organize tasks

Attention to detail

Team player

Initiative

Strong organizational and comms skills

Education

Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools list: hammers, screwdrivers

Power tools: drills, grinders

Measuring and layout tools

Job description

Location: Salmon Arm, B.C.

Position Type: Full-time

Department: Mechanical Assembly

Wage Range: $22.00-$28.22

For over thirty years, Valid has built a reputation as a world-class innovator in high-techmanufacturing. By focusing on exceptional quality and customerservice, we develop strong relationships and partnershipswith really great companies jointlycreating innovative products.

Valid designs, engineers, and manufactures innovative and reliable solutions for a wide range of industries. Our reputation has been built on delivering robust products that are always backed with our exceptional 24/7 customer support.Our commitment to quality, and our philosophy that great customer service starts with employees who are valued and appreciated, are constantly moving us forward.

The Position:

As the Assembler, you will primarily focus on performing a wide variety of moderately complex Mechanical Assembly duties as related to the manufacture of Valid Manufacturing Ltd. products. The successful candidate will be given guidance and direction from senior assembly and production employees as well as provide assistance and support as part of the team.

Why Consider Valid?

• Competitive salary, benefits, and pension plan
• Work with a team of skilled individuals who will recognize you for your knowledge, skill, enthusiasm, and passion for your role in our organization
• Work in a comfortable environment that allows you to get the job done while ensuring that you maintain a healthy work / life balance
• Support for your personal and professional development needs
• Salmon Arm is a great, centrally-located, affordable community that offers a wide range of activities for all ages

Responsibilities:

• Mechanical assembly of valid products in a shop environment.
• Uses all hand tools such as hammers, screw drivers, vise grips, etc., as well as power tools such as drills, grinders, chop-saws and band-saws.
• Keeps accurate records in our time collection system using a computer.
• Maintains workspace, tools and equipment in a safe, clean and neat condition.
• Required to identify components and assemblies by part number, type, function, size and color.
• Must adhere to all safety practices and procedures and work in a safe manner at all times.

Skills & Abilities:

• Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Read and interpret drawings for a wide variety of Valid products.
• Plan, organize and efficiently complete assigned tasks.
• Repetitively perform high quality work by paying attention to details.
• Willingness to contribute and participate as part of the team.
• Shows initiative.
• Strong organizational ability, good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Be open to positive and constructive feedback.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment an asset.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to stand for long periods, work on ladders and/or scaffolding and be able to stoop, kneel and crouch at times, to perform assigned tasks.
• Must be able to use hands and arms to reach for, grasp, and manipulate objects skillfully.

Working Conditions:

• Fast paced environment.
• Looks to continuously improve work practices and procedures.
• May be required to work other shift work and should be available to work overtime if requested.
• Monday to Thursday (6:00 am to 2:30 pm)

Reflective of the community we work in, Valid recognizes that work/life balance is important. At Valid, we will keep you interested and rewarded while at work, and we are committed to ensuring that this is a company and career you will want to grow with!

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those who are authorized to work in Canada or are selected for an interview will be contacted. To learn more about us, please go to www.validmfg.com.