Structural Assembler

Job Title Structural Assembler III Department Production Reports to Production Supervisor Job Category Hourly Job Description About MHI Canada Aerospace, Inc. MHI Canada Aerospace, Inc. (MHICA), a group company of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, is a Tier 1 manufacturer of major aircraft structures and assemblies, based in Mississauga, Ontario. Over the past decade, MHICA has built more than aircraft components, it has built a recognized worldwide reputation for capacity, precision, on-time delivery and excellence. MHICA has two state-of-the-art facilities combined to 476,000 sq. ft. This comprises of Manufacturing & Assembly, Engineering, Quality and Supply Chain, where more than 800 highly-skilled employees are working on Bombardier's sector-leading Global 5000/6000 and Challenger 350 business aircraft. MHICA's technicians build and join wing assemblies and fuselage sections, as well as perform systems and flight control assembly installations and testing. Scope of Position Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Apprentice Structural Assembler is responsible for installing and assembling components on an aircraft structure. Proficient in Blueprint Reading and Hole Layout, Countersinking and Deburring. Fitting and installation of conventional rivets and Hi-Lite fasteners. Assemble and fit pre-fabricated parts to form subassemblies, working at benches or directly on an aircraft structure. Application of manual solvent, conductive chemical conversion treatment and paint touch-up. Working with a variety of power and hand tools, jigs, fixtures and other equipment. Meeting schedule and production requirements. Must be a strong team player, who is flexible and willing to learn new tasks. Must have flexibility to work rotating shifts to accommodate production schedule, including days, afternoons, nights and overtime as required. Must be mechanically inclined and know how to use Pneumatic, or power hand tools. Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times on the plant floor (i.e. safety glasses, safety shoes and ear plugs) and follow all Health & Safety procedures at all times. Must be able to pass a Pulmonary Fit Test (PFT) for proper fitting of respirators as needed to perform the job safely, especially in work areas that may have exposure to chemicals or odors from paints, solvents etc. To ensure proper fitting of respirators all employees using respirators must be clean shaven at all times as per the Canadian Standard Association (CSA) requirements. Must be physically fit, energetic, agile, willing and able to: work in restricted spaces (tanks) work at heights (3rd floor of jigs) work rotating shifts when and as required bend, twist, walk on uneven surfaces and climb stairs repeatedly during shift perform heavy lifting (< 40 lbs) as needed to perform the job stand for 7 hours of an 8 hour shift Skills and Qualifications Very experienced with hand tools/ power tools for drilling, countersinking, torquing, installing (fasteners, hi-lites). Very experienced to read blueprints and interpret technical drawings (2D and 3D). Sub-assemblies, sheet metal assembly, mechanical assembly, etc. Ability to work shifts to accommodate production scheduling. Past experience within an aerospace or manufacturing environment. Flexibility and willingness to learn new tasks. Exposure to quality systems and safety fundamentals. Experience 4 to 6 years experience in Aircraft Assembly is required. Education Sheet Metal Fabrication Course, Aerospace Structures Course or Aeronautical Technology Education or similar. Please note - the Company will conduct a criminal background check upon hire. Why MHICA? Tier 1 Aero Structures Facility Competitive compensation packages Extensive training programs Employee referral program Employee engagement programs all year round Comprehensive Benefits & RRSP group contribution program Corporate Partnerships We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. MHI Canada Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. MHICA is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). MHICA will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.