Mechanical Technician | Manufacturing

Job summary

The role involves developing and revising CAD drawings, managing bills of materials, and troubleshooting design inefficiencies. The technician will also collaborate with manufacturing and sales teams to support product development and process engineering initiatives.

Job details

MECHANICAL TECHNICIAN | MANUFACTURING Location: 85 Morrow Road, Barrie, Ontario Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | 100% On-site WHO WE ARE: Albarrie Canada Limited is a leading Canadian company specializing in designing and manufacturing innovative nonwoven technical fabrics that solve industrial and environmental issues. With a rich history spanning several decades, we have consistently delivered high-quality products and services to a diverse range of industries. Our commitment to sustainability and cutting-edge technology has made us a trusted partner in the industrial sector. At Albarrie Canada Limited, we take pride in our dedication to environmental responsibility and safety. We prioritize the well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate. Our team embodies a spirit of collaboration, and we believe that every member has the potential to contribute to our ongoing success. POSITION OVERVIEW: Under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, this position performs a variety of functions in an engineering and manufacturing capacity. These duties include but are not limited to developing, revising, and editing CAD drawings for fabricated products, creating and revising bills of materials (BOM) based on designs, troubleshooting and evaluating design inefficiencies, providing technical support, and assisting in other engineering projects as required. This role has been created to cover a current vacancy within the team. RESPONSIBILITIES: Partner with the Manufacturing and Sales Teams to develop, design, and review Albarrie engineering drawings and design layouts. Create bills of material (BOM) for Albarrie produced and outsourced products, and create new items within the ERP system. Maintain and coordinate the change control process for updates to BOMs based on engineered drawings. Work with the engineering team to develop initial product cost models from a design and BOM perspective. Perform time studies with the manufacturing group on new and existing products. Support and liaison with the sales teams on product development by evaluating machine parameters/constraints and providing research results and recommendations. Research and source parts for designs, and create requisitions for approval. Collaborate across cross-functional teams, including Manufacturing, Sales, QA, and IT, to support process engineering and design initiatives. Participate in and support other engineering projects as required. QUALIFICATIONS: College diploma in Mechanical Technologist or equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience working within a manufacturing or industrial application environment. Extensive knowledge of mechanical engineering designs and the creation of bills of materials (BOM). Proficiency in mechanical design, AutoCAD, and SolidWorks. Proven ability to conceptualize ideas and convert them into manufacturable designs. Experience creating and working within process engineering and design. Knowledge of ERP systems is an asset. Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, as well as cohesively within cross-functional teams. Strong time management and organizational skills to handle simultaneous deadlines under pressure. WHY JOIN US? At Albarrie Canada Limited, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our employees in various ways: Professional Growth and Development: Take advantage of our continuing education reimbursement and cross-training opportunities. Health and Benefits Program: We provide health and dental benefits for you and your family, as well as a health and wellness reimbursement program encouraging employees to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Comprehensive Retirement Program: Secure your future with our retirement savings plan with matching contributions. Additional Perks and Benefits: Enjoy paid time off, referral and recognition programs, and opportunities to engage in community initiatives and social events throughout the year. In accordance with applicable Ontario legislation, the screening process is conducted by a dedicated member of our Human Resources team and not by artificial intelligence. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only selected candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in our hiring process. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation, please let us know. Learn more about Albarrie Canada Limited and career opportunities at: Albarrie Career Opportunities | Albarrie Join us in shaping the future of industrial solutions and making a positive impact on our world.

What you’ll do

The role involves developing and revising CAD drawings, managing bills of materials, and troubleshooting design inefficiencies. The technician will also collaborate with manufacturing and sales teams to support product development and process engineering initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a college diploma in Mechanical Technology or equivalent experience along with at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and mechanical design principles is required.

Benefits

• Continuing education reimbursement
• Health benefits
• Dental benefits
• Health and wellness reimbursement
• Retirement savings plan
• Matching contributions
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Recognition program

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• ERP systems · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• SolidWorks · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• Product Development · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• AutoCAD · Preferred
• Technical Support · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mechanical design
• AutoCAD
• SolidWorks
• Bills of materials
• BOM creation
• Process engineering
• Technical support
• Time studies
• Product development
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking
• Problem-solving
• Communication skills
• Time management
• ERP systems
• Bill Of Materials
• Mechanical Design
• Organizational Skills
• Time Off Management
• Change Control Process
• Research
• Artificial Intelligence
• Application Environments
• Editing
• SolidWorks (CAD)
• Critical Thinking
• Engineering Management
• Engineering Drawings
• Process Engineering
• Enterprise Resource Planning
• Environmental Issue
• Sales
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Mechanical Engineering
• New Product Development
• Safety Assurance
• Time Management
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Prioritization

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Manufacturing Mechanic
• Industrial Mechanic
• Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
• Industrial Machinery Mechanics