Operations Technician – Electrician – CME

Join Our Team as Operations Technician – Electrician at Johnson Electric!
Location: Ancaster, ON (Travel will be required to Mississauga and Stratford)

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

As our next Operations Technician – Electrician, you'll be responsible for installing, maintaining, and testing industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls.As a member of the Maintenance team, the Electrician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor/Group Manager.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.

• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.

• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.

• Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Under general supervision repairs, installs, maintains, and tests industrial electrical equipment and associated electrical and electronic controls, such as motors, transformers, wiring, switches, and alarm systems, used for the generation, distribution and utilization of electric energy in an industrial establishment, in accordance with applicable building codes and safety regulations (equipment includes 45 to 800 ton multi-level compacting and coining presses and grinding and sintering processes
• Installs, calibrates, operates and ensures the proper maintenance of Programmable Logic Controls for manufacturing equipment according to technical manuals and verbal and written instructions
• Locates, determines and diagnoses electrical malfunctions in the plant and repairs
• Develops and conducts preventative maintenance programs and keeps maintenance records
• Tests electrical equipment for safety and efficiency
• Inspects circuits and wiring for appropriate shielding and grounding
• May rewind or make major repairs to motors
• Prepare purchase orders or requisitions
• Press appreciation projects (repairs and rebuilds) will be a key focus
• Support plant major breakdowns and repairs as needed
• Other related duties as required
• Ensures all work complies with Safety Standards and all Applicable codes
• Ensure the requirements of the Quality Management System, IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 are conformed to
• Adheres to Johnson Electric’s policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For:

• Electrical/Electrical (Electronic) trade certification
• 2 - 3 years of manufacturing experience required, preferably in the automotive industry
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) essential
• Ideal candidate has powder metal experience with presses, grinding, and sintering,
• Independent and self-motivated troubleshooter and problem solver.
• Specific knowledge and experience with pneumatics, 40 to 500 ton metal stamping presses (single or triple platen), grinding processes, and heat treatment processes
• Knowledge of Microsoft office suite, EAM Computerized Maintenance Management System and other computerized systems is an asset.
• Must possess a good understanding of safety practices as mandated under the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Knowledge of Cincinnati, Dorst, and SMS presses is preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT (including Physical Demands):

• Exposure to noise, heights, confined spaces, poor lighting conditions, material, products and by-products associated with the manufacturing of powered metal components, exposure to metal working fluids, temperatures, and weather extremes that require the use of specialized protective devices, clothing or equipment
• Required to climb stairs, ladders and scaffolding to access elevations, able to crouch for periods of time, push, pull, lift, and turn while carrying tools, material and equipment in various parts of the facility. Excessive walking. Operate material handling equipment including cranes, lift trucks chain hoists etc.
• Willing to work overtime
• Continental 12 hour shift rotation of days and nights
• Travel between plants as needed on projects or support needed at each plan
• Home location is Ancaster but travel will be required to Mississauga and Stratford
• Ability to travel preferred. Travel will be reimbursed as per JE Travel policies (use of own vehicle)
• Project and support requirements may include afternoon or nights shifts and weekends.

How to Apply:

Apply online at – We can’t wait to meet you!

What We Offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.

Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.