Mechanical Assembler (AFT)

Eaton Corporation; Milton; On-site; CAD 60,173,568 - 71,635,200; Full time

Job summary

Eaton Corporation’s Milton, Ontario site is hiring a Mechanical Assembler (AFT) to construct large switchboard structures largely by hand. The role reports to the Production Manager – Custom Switchboards and requires strong mechanical aptitude, English communication, and the ability to lift and work in awkward postures. 3:30 p.m.

to 12 a.m. shifts with an hourly wage of $21–$25 and eligibility for a variable incentive.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 12 months in mechanical assembly using power tools.
• Experience using torque tools.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation; candidates must reside within 80 km of Milton, ON.

Responsibilities

• Build large switchboard structures and internal subassemblies from pre-fabricated metal parts per schematics and drawings.
• Mount and brace parts and subassemblies inside structures.
• Construct custom skids using power saw and nail gun.
• Ensure correct hardware, torque, and fastening methods.
• Identify design issues and escalate through proper channels.
• Visually inspect parts for conformance to quality standards and customer specs.
• Modify parts using machines and power tools.
• Repair or rework issues detected during inspection/test.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

English proficiency

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Visualization of assembly

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Post-secondary mechanical trade (preferred)

Tools

Torque tools

Power tools

Outlook

ADP

Oracle

Inventor

Job description

Eaton’s ES AMER PCS division is currently seeking a Mechanical Assembler (AFT). Eaton’s Milton, Ontario site is Eaton's largest manufacturing facility in Canada. Known for our large-scale custom electrical‑build projects, we take pride in our highly engaged workforce, where we focus on inclusion and celebrate diversity regularly through site engagement events. We are committed to powering Canadian infrastructure in an environmentally friendly and energy‑efficient way and are looking to hire passionate individuals who are enthusiastic about shaping the future of Eaton.

The hourly rate for this position is $21 – $25 per hour. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. The hours for this position are 3:30p.m. to 12a.m. Salary information is a general guideline only and is based on candidate skills, experience, and qualifications as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

Reporting to the Production Manager – Custom Switchboards, this position constructs large steel switchboard structures largely by hand using hand/power tools, ladders, machines, jigs/fixtures and other manufacturing equipment. Candidates require excellent mechanical aptitude, experience using torque tools, good ability to communicate in English, and the physical ability to perform the work (includes heavy lifting, prolonged periods of standing and frequent use of awkward postures such as bending, kneeling and overhead reaching). There is no wiring (electrical assembly) in this role.

• Build large switchboard structures and internal subassemblies using pre‑fabricated metal parts (steel and copper), following engineering schematics and electrical drawings.
• Mount and brace parts and subassemblies inside structures.
• Construct custom skids using power saw and nail gun.
• Ensure use of proper hardware, correct torque and consistent fastening methods.
• Identify design issues and raise them through the correct channels.
• Visually inspect parts and material for conformance to quality standards and customer specifications.
• Modify parts using machines and power tools.
• Repair or rework issues detected during the inspection/test stage of the job.

Qualifications:

Required (Basic) Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent additional experience
• Minimum 12 months experience in mechanical assembly using power tools.
• Experience using torque tools.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada without company sponsorship now and in the future.
• No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must reside within 80km of Milton, ON to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Post‑secondary education or a technical certificate in a mechanical trade.
• Experience using Outlook, ADP, Oracle and Inventor.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing processes (Kanban, 5S+, MRB) and Six Sigma tools.

Skills:

• Proven aptitude for complex mechanical work.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English effectively.
• Strong work ethic.
• Able to visualize and plan the assembly of a switchboard structure.
• Excellent attitude towards quality, safety, continuous improvement and teamwork.
• Functional with computers, in order to use a variety of digital business tools (email, ADP, electronic models, eLearning modules).

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.