Assembly Operator

About the Company

JFE Shoji Power Canada (JSC) is based in Burlington, Ontario and manufactures electrical steel products. The company is the leading producer of transformer cores in North America, with expertise in wound, amorphous, and step-lap cores used in power generation and distribution equipment. Its electrical steel and magnetic materials also support electric vehicle motors, charging infrastructure, data centres, audio products, and other industrial uses.

Founded in 1972 and formerly known as Cogent, JSC has expanded from a small specialty manufacturer into an important part of the North American electrical steel supply chain. The business now operates multiple facilities and employs more than 500 people. It focuses on delivering innovative, sustainable, and strategic solutions that support the rising demand for electrical energy.

Safety Culture

The organization places safety at the centre of its workplace culture. Every team member is expected to take an active role in protecting themselves and others, following the ICare principles. Safety is treated as a shared responsibility, with the goal of preventing incidents before they occur.

Role Overview

The Assembly Operator will handle the accurate build of flat-stacked transformer core assemblies in small, medium, and/or large sizes using steel laminations. The position calls for careful workmanship, mechanical aptitude, and a strong commitment to producing parts that meet exact specifications. The role includes assembling, checking, and troubleshooting transformer cores while working with other departments to support production targets and safety standards.

This is a contract position to begin with, and the work schedule includes day and afternoon shifts.

Responsibilities

• Build small, medium, and/or large flat-stacked transformer cores from steel laminations in line with work instructions, drawings, and blueprints so the finished product matches customer requirements.
• Place, align, and layer steel sheets carefully to create the core structure.
• Check measurements and tolerances with tools such as calipers, micrometers, and rulers.
• Fit core supports, clamps, and insulation materials where needed.
• Follow the required stacking order and orientation of laminations to achieve the correct electrical performance.
• Use stacking tables, lifting equipment, hoists, or cranes to move and position heavy parts safely.
• Carry out visual and dimensional checks during assembly to ensure consistent quality.
• Escalate defects or non-conforming items to the supervisor or quality team.
• Keep the work area tidy and organized while following 5S practices and all safety rules.
• Complete production records and checklists accurately.
• Work closely with team members, team leaders, shift managers, material handlers, engineering, quality control, and other departments as needed.
• Track production start and stop times accurately.
• Review the production schedule at the start of each shift and confirm that enough manpower is available to meet output needs.
• Verify that all tools and materials are available and in good working condition before production begins.

Requirements

• High school diploma or an equivalent credential such as GED/CAEC is required.
• Technical or vocational education is an asset.
• Between 5 and 7 years of experience in a manufacturing or production setting is required.
• Previous experience with machinery or equipment operation is preferred.
• Forklift certification and overhead crane certification are required.
• Strong mechanical understanding and troubleshooting ability.
• Ability to read and interpret technical paperwork, blueprints, and schematics.
• Awareness of production equipment and workplace safety standards.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Strong math and measurement ability, including use of calipers, micrometers, and rulers, along with solid problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and a focus on quality control.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
• Comfortable standing for extended periods and performing repetitive work.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Well organized and able to manage tasks efficiently in a busy, fast-moving environment.
• Basic computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.

Compensation and Additional Details

The pay rate is $23.64 per hour, plus a shift premium.

This posting is for an open and currently vacant position.