Surface Treatment Operator (Plating Operator) - Evening Shift

Safran Systèmes d’Atterrissage; Mirabel; On-site; CAD 41,507 - 60,063; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group insurance

Annual profit-sharing program

Competitive pension plan

Health and wellness program

Work clothing provided

Job summary

Safran Systèmes d’Atterrissage in Mirabel, Quebec, is looking for a skilled technician to perform electroplating operations on landing gear components. This role involves monitoring parameters, inspecting parts, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts.

The ideal candidate has a vocational diploma in relevant fields, at least two years of aeronautics experience, and strong organizational skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay and shift premiums.

Qualifications

• Vocational diploma in surface treatment or relevant fields.
• Minimum of two years of aeronautics experience.
• Good observation skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform electroplating and rinsing operations.
• Monitor and control electroplating parameters.
• Inspect parts to ensure they meet specifications.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Basic computer skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Vocational diploma (D.E.P.) in relevant field

Job description

Job Overview

Safran Landing Systems (Safran Systems d'Atterrissage) is dedicated to manufacturing major landing gear components for aircraft (e.g., Airbus A320, A330, A350; Boeing 787). The Mirabel facility uses advanced technologies for machining, polishing and special processes including heat treatment, shot peening and surface treatments.

Responsibilities

• Install and adjust the anode cage or anodes on the part.
• Perform electroplating and rinsing operations in plating solution tanks following procedures.
• Monitor and control parameters (current, duration, etc.).
• Place parts in the stress-relief oven and program the heating cycle.
• Troubleshoot technical issues as required.
• Inspect parts to ensure they meet specifications and take corrective actions when abnormalities are detected.
• Organize and schedule tasks according to priorities.
• Consult technical documents (working drawings, operation sheets, procedures) on a computer and complete quality assurance documentation as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of operations and to achieving safety, quality, cost and on-time delivery objectives.

Benefits & Specifics

• Evening shift: Monday to Thursday, 14:20-00:20. Depending on collective agreement rules, the position may change shift (day, night or weekend).
• Pay range: from $30.13 to $43.60 per hour depending on skills and experience; progression up to $47.32/hour with internal training and skill development.
• Shift premium: $1.30 per hour.
• Annual profit-sharing program (up to $3,500 per year).
• Comprehensive group insurance paid 100% by the employer (medical/dental/vision, short- and long-term disability, travel, health credit account).
• Competitive pension plan (employer contributes 7% if you contribute 1%).
• Health and wellness program - reimbursement $300 per year.
• Hours bank, sick/family days, attendance bonus.
• Work clothing provided (including cleaning).
• Structured training to acquire required job skills.
• Modern facility with advanced technologies and high standards for quality, health & safety, environment, ethics and technical expertise.

Requirements

• Vocational diploma (D.E.P.) in surface treatment, aircraft mechanical assembly, aircraft structural assembly, aircraft wiring assembly, welding-assembly or composite materials.
• Minimum two years of aeronautics experience.
• Manual dexterity.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good observation, analytical skills, attention to detail and rigor.
• Organizational skills, priority management and autonomy.
• Results-oriented.

EEO Statement

Safran applies an employment equity program and invites women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Persons with disabilities may receive assistance for the pre-selection and selection process if desired. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Non-Canadian citizens will be considered only if they already hold a Canadian work permit allowing timely start.