Process Technician

Patriot Forge Corporation; Brantford; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company match RRSP program

Continuing Education Program

Company provided uniform

Safety Shoe reimbursement

Community Involvement

Service Recognition Awards

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Patriot Forge Corporation in Brantford, Ontario, is seeking a Process Technician to translate customer requirements into precise production instructions for open‑die forgings. You will develop process plans balancing quality, manufacturability and cost while coordinating with Sales, Materials/Planning, Metallurgy, Production and QA to ensure efficient execution.

The role requires a Technologist diploma or equivalent, 2+ years in manufacturing, ability to read complex drawings, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Technologist diploma or equivalent experience in technical/manufacturing field.
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/metalworking environment.
• Ability to read and interpret complex industrial specifications and drawings.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and solid modelling.
• Experience with simulation and/or modelling software would be an asset.
• Knowledge of open die forging process is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create internal shop order documents detailing production sequence, heat treat requirements, quality test requirements and material restrictions.
• Review customer purchase orders and sales orders to verify alignment with customer requirements.
• Review customer specifications and drawings to determine methods and materials required for manufacturing.
• Investigate alternative processing that best suits the customer in terms of quality and delivery while reducing manufacturing costs.
• Add necessary information or review previous orders to retrieve missing data.
• Confirm estimated forging sizes and weights to insure compliance with internal engineering rules.
• Review machining sizes and required machine operations to insure efficiency.
• Produce CAD drawings as required.
• Investigate nonconformance reports, determine root cause and recommend corrective action.
• Solicit input from shop personnel to assist in creating process plans with optimal manufacturability.
• Focus on detecting and escalating potential manufacturing issues at the front end.
• Collaborate with Sales, Materials/Planning, Metallurgy, Production and QA to validate manufacturing plans are clear and executable.
• Comply with H&S management program and policies

Skills

Strong verbal and written comunicación

Detail oriented technical writing

Self-directed and collaborative

Ability to read and interpret complex

Open die forging knowledge

Education

Technologist diploma or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software / Solid modelling

Microsoft Office

Job description

Patriot Forge Corporation is the largest custom open-die forging company in Canada and a leader in the Global Market. Patriot has long-term partnerships with global leaders in Gas Compression, Power Generation, Fossil Fuels and Nuclear Power.

Patriot Forge Corporation offers excellent opportunities to gain skills and experience through our robust apprenticeship programs and on-the-job training.

Our employees enjoy benefits such as

• Company match RRSP program
• Continuing Education Program
• Company provided uniform
• Safety Shoe reimbursement
• Community Involvement
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus

Overview of Position:

The Process Technician supports Manufacturing by converting customer requirements for open die forged parts into accurate production instructions including shop routings and other supporting documents such as engineering drawings. This role evaluates and develops optimal process plans that balance quality, manufacturability and cost while coordinating with multiple departments to ensure efficient execution.

Responsibilities:

• Creation of internal shop order documents detailing production sequence, heat treat requirements, quality test requirements and material restrictions.
• Review customer purchase order and sale orders to verify alignment with customer requirements.
• Review customer specifications and drawings to determine methods and materials required for manufacturing.
• Investigate alternative processing that best suits the customer in terms of quality and delivery while reducing manufacturing costs.
• Add necessary information or review previous orders to retrieve missing data.
• Confirm estimated forging sizes and weights to insure compliance with internal engineering rules.
• Review machining sizes and required machine operations to insure efficiency.
• Produce CAD drawings as required.
• Investigate nonconformance reports, determine root cause and recommend corrective action.
• Solicit input from shop personnel to assist in creating process plans with optimal manufacturability.
• Focus on detecting and escalating potential manufacturing issues at the front end.
• Collaborate with Sales, Materials/Planning, Metallurgy, Production and QA to validate manufacturing plans are clear and executable.
• Comply with H&S management program and policies

Experience:

• Technologist diploma or equivalent experience in technical/manufacturing field.
• 2+ years’ experience in a manufacturing/metalworking environment.
• Ability to read and interpret complex industrial specifications and drawings.
• Technical ability to understand manufacturing processes, material specifications, costing, and shop floor terminologies.
• Previous experience with simulation and/or modelling software would be an asset.
• Knowledge of open die forging process is an asset.
• Knowledge of manual and/or CNC machining is an asset.
• Good computer skills with proficiency to Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficient in solid modeling (Solidworks preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong detail oriented technical writing and documentation skills
• Self-directed and able to work collaboratively with other teams

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Patriot Forge Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Patriot Forge Corporation if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process

Patriot Forge Corporation does not utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen, assess, or select applicants. Each resume is reviewed individually by a member of our hiring team.