Lead Hand, Assembly & Test; Millwright Jobs in Oakville, Canada at CPUS Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.
Title: Lead Hand, Assembly & Test; Millwright
Company: CPUS Engineering Staffing Solutions Inc.
Location: Oakville, Canada
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Position: OPEN: Lead Hand, Assembly & Test (Millwright)
Job Overview
The Lead Hand, Assembly & Test is a hands‑on millwright lead role responsible for assembling, fitting, installing, and testing custom tooling and machinery. This role bridges the gap between leadership and execution by providing direction, technical support, and coordination to the assembly team.
Working closely with the Supervisor, Assembly & Test, the Lead Hand ensures the effective daily execution of work plans, maintaining alignment with project schedules, specifications, and safety, health, and quality standards. In addition to performing mechanical assembly and testing-including functional and factory acceptance testing (FAT)-the Lead Hand leads daily tasks, facilitates pre-job meetings, and enforces compliance with company policies and customer requirements.
Responsibilities also include material requisitioning, enforcing WHMIS and safety practices, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The Lead Hand is accountable for upholding QA standards throughout the build process by ensuring proper documentation, resolving assembly-related issues, and supporting Engineering in test planning. This position is key to driving continuous improvement across the Assembly & Test department.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assembly Operations & Leadership:
Perform hands-on mechanical assembly of tools and equipment based on technical drawings, procedures, and specifications.
Lead and support the Assembly Technicians by assigning daily tasks, setting priorities, and communicating project requirements.
Host pre-job meetings to ensure scopes are understood, risks are considered, and appropriate equipment is in place.
Review drawing packages in advance and highlight issues prior to starting the build.
Confirm kitting is completed and verify that all required materials, parts, and tools are available and ready before assembly begins.
Maintain QA-imposed hold and verification points throughout the assembly process.
Assist technicians during daily activities, encouraging a collaborative and efficient work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.
Quality Assurance
Ensure adherence to all MITP requirements, including hold, witness, and inspection points during assembly and testing.
Initiate and support Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) or Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for assembly-related issues (execution by Production Coordinator).
Ensure full compliance with QA and QC documentation and maintain accurate build records.
Enforce proper quarantine and release protocols for non-conforming materials.
Collaborate with the Supervisor in reviewing and releasing drawing packages.
Material Coordination & Purchasing
Coordinate with the Supervisor to requisition consumables and special tooling in a timely and accurate manner.
Confirm kitting are complete and ready prior to job start, and escalate missing or delayed items as needed.
Health, Safety & Housekeeping
Adhere to all health and safety policies, WHMIS regulations, and safe work practices.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, allocating at least 15 minutes daily to housekeeping tasks.
Monitor expiration dates for consumables and ensure timely and safe disposal of expired materials.
Promote a strong safety culture by leading by example.
Other Duties
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.
Uphold client’s Personal Charter, Code of Conduct, Vision, Mission, and Core Values.
Working Conditions
Indoors – manufacturing/production environment- frequent interaction with tools, equipment, and mechanical systems.
Occasional overtime hours required to meet project deadlines, including potential weekends and statutory holidays.
Travel to customer sites (within Canada and worldwide) is required approximately 25% of the year, including overnight stays. Travel may occasionally occur over weekends or holidays based on project schedules.
Physical demands include lifting, bending, standing for extended period, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead.
Requirement to safely lift and move objects weighing between 10 and 25 pounds on a regular basis, and occasionally heavier loads with assistance or lifting equipment.
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