Assembler - General (Contract Summer Co-Op)

Savaria Corporation • Surrey, BC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE
Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

GARAVENTA LIFT - Garaventa Lift designs and builds world-class accessibility lifts and elevators with manufacturing in Surrey, BC as well as Lainate, Italy. With an esteemed history tracing back to 1928 in Switzerland, Garaventa Lift operates in several European countries as well as North America. The company serves both commercial and residential markets through dealers and direct stores.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Production Supervisor and located 100% on site at 18920 36 Ave, Surrey, BC V3Z 0P6, Canada, this position will require to perform various duties in assembling and testing electrical components for our innovative accessibility products. Your work will directly contribute to the production of high-quality wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators, and other essential equipment.

Requirements

• Energetic, eager, tenacious!
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or vocational training in electrical assembly or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications or experience in electrical assembly or manufacturing are advantageous.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical documents, including blueprints and schematics.
• Hands-on experience with electrical assembly tools and equipment.
• Strong understanding of electrical components and circuitry.
• Ability to perform detailed quality inspections and tests.
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must have the ability to perform all tasks with minimum supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, managers, other stakeholders.
• Should possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical components and systems according to technical specifications, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Fastens parts together with bolts, screws, speed clips, rivets, or other fasteners.
• Conduct thorough testing and quality checks of assembled components to ensure they meet safety and performance standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical assemblies as needed, addressing any issues or defects promptly.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of production goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to all safety protocols and company guidelines.
• Document assembly processes, test results, and any deviations from standard procedures.
• Assist with the development of new assembly techniques and contribute to process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED