Structural Assembler II

Structural Assembler II 
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Structural Assembler II is responsible for installing and assembling components on an aircraft structure.  

Shifts  
Must have flexibility to work rotating shifts to accommodate production schedule, including days, afternoons, nights and overtime as required. 

Compensation 

• Competitive compensation packages 

• • Starting Wage - $29.00 with quarterly reviews and clear progression to earn $31.50 within 9 months 

• Skills Progression Program to allow you to have clear, transparent, and an objective criterion that allows YOU to take charge of YOUR career knowing what is required to reach each level and do so at your own pace. We want to put your career progression in your control 

• Comprehensive Benefits (health care, dental care, life and disability coverage) & RRSP group contribution programs with RRSP increasing based on seniority 

• All-encompassing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with 24/7 confidential support 

• Corporate Partnerships (health and wellness, recreation and leisure, etc.) 

• Company bonus incentive plan – which increases based on years of service 

• Retirement bonus based on age and years of service 

• Company events and celebrations throughout the year 

• Long service vacation cash out at year end 

• Recognition program 

• Reimbursement Programs including 

• • Uniform – production 

• • Mr. Safety Shoe – work boots allowance 

• • Prescription safety glasses 

• • Childcare subsidy 

What to expect from us 

• Safety & Work Environment  

• 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. 

• Industry Information 

• Tier 1 Aero Structures Facility 

• Training & Development 

• Extensive training programs 

• Employee referral program 

• Professional development programs 

• Employee engagement programs all year round including 

• • Year-round events 

• • MHICA Wings Peer to Peer Recognition Program 

• • Leadership programs 

Responsibilities 

• 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 be mechanically inclined and know how to use Pneumatic, or power hand tools

• Physical Working Demands and Working Conditions

• 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 

   

  Qualifications 
  Skills & Qualifications 

  • Experienced with hand tools/power tools for drilling, countersinking, torquing, installing (fasteners, hi-lites). 

  • 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, considered an asset. 

  • Flexibility and willingness to learn new tasks. 

  • Exposure to quality systems and safety fundamentals. 

  • Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings. 

  • Please note: A criminal background check is required for candidates aged 18 and over. Instructions and next steps will be provided as part of the offer process. 

   

  Experience 

  • 2-4 years of experience in Aircraft Assembly is required. 

   

  Education 

  • Sheet Metal Fabrication Course, Aerospace Structures Course or Aeronautical Technology Education or similar 

   

  We value the individual behind every application. Each resume is reviewed by our recruitment team - we do not use automated AI screening to assess resumes. 

   

  About Us 

  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.   

   

  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.