Sub-Assembly Lead Hand Mechanical

MacLean Engineering; North Bay; Hybrid; CAD 43,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Engineering, founded in Ontario, is seeking a Lead Hand – Mechanical (Sub-Assembly) at our North Bay facility (125 Ferris Drive) to support the Production Supervisor by coordinating safety, quality and daily production activities. You will monitor work orders, assign tasks by priority, coach staff, and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to address non-conformances.

This role operates on a day shift with opportunities to contribute to a safety‑driven, quality-focused manufacturing

Qualifications

• Five (5) + years’ experience in metal fabrication or heavy equipment manufacturing.
• 1-2 years leadership experience is an asset.
• Computer literate (MS Office, AX Dynamics, and other application software)

Responsibilities

• Coordinate safety, quality, production and staff in assigned areas.
• Monitor priorities, assign work orders and track progress.
• Coach and mentor workers to improve skills and efficiency.
• Work with Engineering to resolve non-conformances and DVLP issues.
• Maintain a safe working culture and ensure equipment safety and readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Coaching

Communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma

Related degree preferred

Trade certificate preferred

Tools

MS Office

AX Dynamics

ERP systems

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Lead Hand – Mechanical (Sub-Assembly)

LOCATION: 125 Ferris Drive, North Bay, ON

Reports To: Production Supervisor

SHIFT: Day Shift (6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday to Friday)

Salary range: 31-34 per hour

About the Position

The Mechanical Sub-Assembly Lead Hand is responsible for assisting the Supervisor with coordination of safety, quality, production, and employee requirements in assigned areas. This position will require proficient, correct, timely and safe execution of the following daily work tasks:

• Assist the Site Operations Manager and/or Production Supervisor
  • Monitor work center priorities, organize parts if required, and assign work orders to workers based upon priority, environment, and skill set.
  • Ensure “work order notes” are applied to any work orders that cannot be completed.
  • Analyze Current Orders Report to uncover “stagnates” and move same to next work center.
  • Monitor work ethic, performance and productivity of workers, and report any anomalies found to Supervisor.
  • Coach, train and mentor as required to enhance skillset, quality, efficiencies and utilization.
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineering as required to communicate details of non-conformances found during the shift, and to help formulate corrective action taken.
  • Collaborate with Engineering to identify and rectify DVLP build issues.
  • Assist Supervisor with the preparation of performance reviews, providing input as to worker competence, performance and potential.
  • Leading by example, ensure a safe working culture is evident within all, by personally adhering to all policies and procedures, ensuring co-workers adhere to all company policies and procedures without exception, formally identifying unsafe conditions, and assisting Shift Supervisor with execution of permanent corrective action to correct any unsafe conditions found.
  • Ensure all equipment and tools are in safe and functional operating condition. Recommend replacement of same if unsafe and nonfunctional.
  • Ensure employees are keeping their Crane and Forklift Logs up to date and perform practical evaluation once training has been completed.
  • Ensure apprentices are meeting the expectations of apprenticeship training standards and sign off when each competency is met.
  • Calibrate test equipment and measuring devices and document results of same.
• Provide “Second in Command” back-up during absence of the Supervisor. In addition to above
  • Take all reasonable precautions to protect the health and safety of all workers and contractors working within the facility.
  • Arrange for the immediate first aid of any injured worker, ensuring transport to hospital and Ministry of Labor notification where applicable.
  • Investigate any accident or injury and prepare incident report detailing same.
  • Ensure workers are always fully utilized, working productively and efficiently. Document any issues found and communicate same to Supervisor.
• Provide direct labor capacity within the work center of your discipline
  • When Shift Supervisor is present, contribute towards direct labor within the department of your discipline. (i.e. A Welder will weld, a Machinist will machine, a Mechanic will assemble, etc.)

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Minimum High School Diploma or Certificate of Completion
• Diploma or Degree in a related discipline is preferred
• Skilled Trade Certificate of Qualification in a related trade is preferred

Experience

• Five (5) + years’ experience working as a Skilled Trades within a metal fabrication or heavy equipment manufacturing environment
• One to Two (1-2) years Leadership experience is an asset
• Previous experience promoting a safe work culture, communicating goals, and engaging and motivating individuals is an asset
• Computer literate (MS Office, AX Dynamics, and other application specific software)

Planned Training

• HR Orientation
• HSE Orientation

Bona fide Occupational Requirements

• Must be able to complete all required training programs

Employment Category

• Full Time
• Part Time
• Temporary
• Permanent
• Contract

Hours of Work:

• Monday –Friday
• Day Shift
• Afternoon Shift
• Weekend Shift
• Overtime may be necessary to meet deadlines

About Us:

Founded in 1973 in Ontario, Canada, MacLean Engineering is the world’s largest Canadian-based manufacturer of underground mining equipment. While continuing to expand both our product range and global footprint, we remain privately owned and committed to the founder’s original design principles: safety, productivity, and enduring quality. Our company delivers mobile equipment solutions for both underground and surface mining, supported by unit‑of‑one manufacturing expertise and a global service network.

Driven by a strong commitment to safety, productivity, and customer support, MacLean serves mining operations worldwide through branches in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, and Australia. We operate five manufacturing facilities located in Collingwood, Owen Sound, Barrie, North Bay, and Mexico, and employ over 1,000 people across six countries and four continents. The next chapters of MacLean’s mining innovation story are being written within the broad themes of electrification, automation, and digitalization of the global mining industry.

Our skilled tradespeople work in a safety‑first environment to build high‑quality components and equipment for the underground mining, municipal, environmental, and industrial sectors. Join MacLean and contribute to a legacy defined by innovation, craftsmanship, and meaningful impact.

Please note that employment with MacLean Engineering is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check conducted by our third-party provider, Sterling Backcheck. This process may include verification of employment history, education, and a criminal record check, depending on the requirements of the position.

A clear and satisfactory result is required for all candidates prior to the confirmation of employment.

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005).

MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.