Test Technician

86 Woodward Canada Inc.; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

86 Woodward Canada Inc. in Ontario is seeking a manufacturing associate to assemble and test product components following documented SOPs, using standard tools.

You will conduct quality checks, maintain data records, and keep workspaces clean under 5S, while adhering to safety regulations in a shift-based environment.

This onsite role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to manage time to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• Follows documented procedures to assemble product components using specified tools and equipment.
• Follows documented procedures to test product using specified tools and equipment.
• Conducts inspections and tests to verify quality and records data per operating standards.
• Adheres to 5S principles by keeping workstations clean, organized, and proper storage of tools and materials.
• Follows safety protocols and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe workspace.

Responsibilities

• Assemble product components following documented procedures.
• Test product using specified tools and equipment.
• Perform quality inspections and document results.
• Maintain clean, organized workstations per 5S guidelines.
• Uphold safety protocols and promote a safe work area.

Skills

Technical Capability

Critical Thinking

Mechanical Aptitude

Team Communication

Time Management

Lean Mindset

Production Systems

Computer Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble Product: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently assemble product components using specified tools and equipment.
• Test Product: Follows documented procedures to accurately and efficiently test product using specified tools and equipment,
• Quality: Conducts inspections and tests to verify the accuracy and functionality of products and records and maintains data per operating standards.
• Organization & Cleanliness: Adheres to 5S principles by keeping workstations clean, organized, and free of unnecessary items. Follows established guidelines to ensure tools, materials, and equipment are properly stored and maintained.
• Safety Mindset: Adheres to all established safety protocols, procedures, and regulatory requirements; maintains mindfulness of self and surrounding work area to promote a safe working environment.

Key Skills

• Technical Capability: Understands and follows basic technical instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Critical Thinking: Identifies gap-to-standard and resolves or escalates them per standard processes/procedures.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Demonstrates basic understanding of mechanical systems and components. Uses hand tools and basic equipment safely and effectively. Can assemble and test products and may perform basic setups of equipment.
• Team Communication: Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to support workflow and elevate immediate issues. Adherence to Woodward's Core Values.
• Time Management: Effectively manages time to complete assigned tasks within established schedules. Adheres to individual schedule.
• Lean Mindset: Follows lean practices such as 5S and waste reduction. Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Production Systems: Understands and adheres to standardized work and escalates when cannot be followed. Actively participates in the daily management system.
• Computer Skills: Uses basic software (e.g., email, spreadsheets, data entry tools) to complete tasks.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures precision in tasks to maintain high quality standards. Follows instructions precisely and checks work for accuracy.
• Collaboration: Works cooperatively with team members to support overall team objectives and workflow. Works well with team members and accepts feedback.

Other Qualifications

• Shift work - 3 weeks on days and 2 weeks on nights
• This is a onsite position with no ability to work remote

What does it mean to be part of Woodward?

It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem-solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments.

At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem-solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future.

Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more.

We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.