Production Assembler

Ultra Electronics Group; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to safeguarding the seas by revolutionizing naval missions through innovative underwater sensors and systems. As an Assembler, you will be part of a dynamic production team focused on building cutting-edge technology that empowers naval forces worldwide. This role involves assembling components with precision, utilizing tools and equipment to meet high-quality standards. You'll thrive in an environment that values collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring mission success for our clients. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to the future of naval warfare while enjoying a competitive benefits package and a culture that champions diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Extended health and dental

Life insurance

RRSP

Deferred profit sharing

Optional critical illness insurance

Employee education assistance

Student bursaries

Qualifications

• Candidates must be eligible for security clearance.
• Basic soldering and computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble parts and components using hand tools and equipment.
• Operate semi-automatic and automatic test sets.

Skills

Basic soldering skills

Basic computer skills

Good communication skills

Ability to meet physical job demands

Positive can-do attitude

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent experience

Tools

Soldering iron

Go-no-go gauges

Semi-automatic assembly equipment

Automatic test sets

Job description

Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilised on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defence customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, expendables, signature management, and naval power systems.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

The Ultra manufacturing function is responsible for the manufacture, integration and test of a wide range of products and systems providing innovative capabilities for our customers.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

We are now recruiting for Assembler to work as part of a growing production team building the latest generation of underwater sensors and systems and other products.

Under close supervision and in accordance with detailed and clearly defined production work instructions:

• Assembles parts, components, sub-assemblies and assemblies manipulating a variety of hand tools and productionized semi-automatic assembly equipment.
• Basic use of soldering irons and go-no-go gauges.
• Responsible for operator verification (OV) and reporting.
• Operate semi-automatic and automatic test sets.
• Basic use of computers for time and attendance, OV and automatic testing.
• Meets quality and production standards.
• Light lifting of assemblies.

Required Skills:

• Grade 12 or equivalent experience and capability.
• The Candidate must be capable of acquiring a security clearance and a Canadian Controlled Goods assessment to the satisfaction of the company.

Desired Skills:

• Basic soldering skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Willing to meet the physical job demands.
• Willing to maintain a high level of productivity without compromising quality standards.
• Attitude: has a positive can-do attitude in everyday work. Is able to deal with and support change.

Please note, this position resides within a bargaining unit.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. A review of this classification has excluded the marginal functions of the classification that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to perform this job proficiently. The requirements in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Ultra specialises in providing application-engineered bespoke solutions. We focus on our customers’ mission critical and intelligent systems in the defence, security, critical detection & control markets. Our capabilities and technologies can be found on many of the world’s long-term military programmes. We employ over 4,500 employees across the globe and are listed on the London Stock Exchange. Ultra operates mainly as a Tier 3 (sub-system) and occasionally a Tier 2 systems provider, in the Maritime, C3 (Communications, Command and Control) and Cyber, military and commercial aerospace, nuclear and industrial sensors markets. We use both research and development, to provide innovative, mission specific bespoke technological solutions to our customer’s most complex problems. Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.ultra.group/

What’s in it for you?

We offer a competitive benefits package including extended health and dental, life insurance, RRSP, deferred profit sharing, optional critical illness insurance, an EFAP and student bursaries.

We encourage regular manager-employee performance feedback, goal alignment and employee development through our Employee Performance Development Plan (EPDP) and offer employee education assistance to allow our people to acquire new qualifications and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and particularly welcome applications from Women, Aboriginal Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Visible Minorities.

Reasonable accommodation statement: If you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [e-mail]

Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity, inclusion, equity and equality. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be your best and authentic self.

We promote a workplace that welcomes people from all backgrounds and cultures; believing that this will increase our diversity of thinking, and ultimately ensure we continue delivering on our commitments to our customers.

We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status and welcome applications from all candidates.

Company: Ultra Maritime

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