Mechanical Technician | Manufacturing

Albarrie Canada Limited; Barrie; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education reimbursement

Health and dental benefits

Retirement plan with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Albarrie Canada Limited, located at 85 Morrow Road, Barrie, Ontario, seeks a Mechanical Technician to support engineering and manufacturing. You will develop and edit CAD drawings, build BOMs, and assist in design improvements across cross-functional teams.

The role requires a college diploma in Mechanical Technology, 5+ years in manufacturing, and strong skills in AutoCAD/SolidWorks. On-site work and collaboration with Sales, QA, IT are essential components.

Qualifications

• College diploma in Mechanical Technologist or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs and BOM creation.
• Proficiency in mechanical design, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, revise, and edit CAD drawings for fabricated products.
• Create BOMs for Albarrie products and manage ERP item creation.
• Maintain change control for BOM updates based on drawings.
• Develop initial product cost models from design and BOM perspectives.
• Perform time studies with manufacturing teams.
• Support product development with engineering analysis and recommendations.
• Source parts and create requisitions for approval.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Sales, QA, IT on design initiatives.
• Participate in other engineering projects as required.

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

BOM creation

ERP experience

Education

College diploma in Mechanical Technologist or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP software

Job description

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN | MANUFACTURING
Location: 85 Morrow Road, Barrie, Ontario
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | 100% On-site

WHO WE ARE:

Albarrie Canada Limited is a leading Canadian company specializing in designing and manufacturing innovative nonwoven technical fabrics that solve industrial and environmental issues. With a rich history spanning several decades, we have consistently delivered high-quality products and services to a diverse range of industries. Our commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has made us a trusted partner in the industrial sector.

At Albarrie Canada Limited, we take pride in our dedication to environmental responsibility and safety. We prioritize the well‑being of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate. Our team embodies a spirit of collaboration, and we believe that every member has the potential to contribute to our ongoing success.

This role has been created to cover a current vacancy within the team.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, this position performs a variety of functions in an engineering and manufacturing capacity. These duties include but are not limited to developing, revising, and editing CAD drawings for fabricated products, creating and revising bills of materials (BOM) based on designs, troubleshooting and evaluating design inefficiencies, providing technical support, and assisting in other engineering projects as required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with the Manufacturing and Sales Teams to develop, design, and review Albarrie engineering drawings and design layouts.
• Create bills of material (BOM) for Albarrie produced and outsourced products, and create new items within the ERP system.
• Maintain and coordinate the change control process for updates to BOMs based on engineered drawings.
• Work with the engineering team to develop initial product cost models from a design and BOM perspective.
• Perform time studies with the manufacturing group on new and existing products.
• Support and liaison with the sales teams on product development by evaluating machine parameters/constraints and providing research results and recommendations.
• Research and source parts for designs, and create requisitions for approval.
• Collaborate across cross‑functional teams, including Manufacturing, Sales, QA, and IT, to support process engineering and design initiatives.
• Participate in and support other engineering projects as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College diploma in Mechanical Technologist or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience working within a manufacturing or industrial application environment.
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs and the creation of bills of materials (BOM).
• Proficiency in mechanical design, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks.
• Proven ability to conceptualize ideas and convert them into manufacturable designs.
• Experience creating and working within process engineering and design.
• Knowledge of ERP systems is an asset.
• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, as well as cohesively within cross‑functional teams.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to handle simultaneous deadlines under pressure.

WHY JOIN US?

• Professional Growth and Development: Take advantage of our continuing education reimbursement and cross‑training opportunities.
• Health and Benefits Program: We provide health and dental benefits for you and your family, as well as a health and wellness reimbursement program encouraging employees to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
• Comprehensive Retirement Program: Secure your future with our retirement savings plan with matching contributions.
• Additional Perks and Benefits: Enjoy paid time off, referral and recognition programs, and opportunities to engage in community initiatives and social events throughout the year.

In accordance with applicable Ontario legislation, the screening process is conducted by a dedicated member of our Human Resources team and not by artificial intelligence. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in our hiring process.

We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know.

Learn more about Albarrie Canada Limited and career opportunities at: Albarrie Career Opportunities | Albarrie

Join us in shaping the future of industrial solutions and making a positive impact on our world.