Position Mission To assemble, install, and fit mechanical components and systems for high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, ensuring all work is completed accurately, safely, and efficiently in accordance with engineering drawings, project specifications, quality standards, and production schedules.

The Mechanical Assembler plays a key role in delivering reliable, precision-engineered machinery while supporting O’Hara Technologies' commitment to quality, workmanship, and customer satisfaction.

Major Responsibilities

1. Mechanical Assembly and Equipment Installation

- Assemble and install mechanical components, subassemblies, and complete machinery according to engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Fit, align, and adjust mechanical systems, including bearings, shafts, drive assemblies, pumps, piping, fittings, hinges, latches, and other components.
- Install gaskets, seals, insulation, and related components to ensure proper fit, sealing, and functionality.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment to complete assembly tasks accurately.
- Perform grinding, filing, trimming, deburring, and surface finishing as required.

2. Quality Control and Workmanship

- Inspect parts, components, and completed assemblies to verify compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards.
- Identify and correct mechanical fitment, alignment, or assembly deficiencies.
- Ensure all mechanical assemblies meet O’Hara Technologies' workmanship and quality expectations.
- Support equipment testing, troubleshooting, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities as required.

3. Production Efficiency and Project Execution

- Review assembly drawings, work instructions, and project requirements to determine appropriate assembly sequences, tools, and methods.
- Complete assigned assembly activities within established project budgets and production schedules.
- Coordinate with Work Cell Leads, Manufacturing Supervisors, Engineering, and other departments to resolve assembly-related issues.
- Accurately record daily labour hours against assigned project numbers.
- Communicate material shortages, technical concerns, and potential schedule delays promptly.

4. Equipment Handling and Workplace Safety

- Safely operate material-handling equipment, including pallet trucks, hoists, and overhead cranes, where trained and authorized.




- Conduct required safety inspections and maintain tools and equipment in protected working condition.
- Perform work at heights using appropriate fall protection systems, scissor lifts, and elevated work platforms in accordance with applicable safety regulations.
- Follow company health and safety policies, procedures, and safe work practices.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment.
- Return unused materials and components to inventory in accordance with company procedures.

5. Technical Support, Site Work, and Continuous Improvement

- Travel domestically and internationally as required to support equipment installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and customer site service activities.
- Assist with mechanical installation, equipment alignment, adjustments, and testing at customer facilities.
- Complete applicable service reports, assembly records, and technical documentation.
- Identify opportunities to improve assembly methods, workflow efficiency, and product quality.
- Support team members and share technical knowledge to promote consistent assembly practices.

Essential Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

- Minimum three years of experience in mechanical assembly, machinery building, industrial maintenance, or a related mechanical trade. Equivalent demonstrated mechanical aptitude and practical experience will be considered.
- Strong ability to interpret mechanical assembly drawings, technical specifications, and work instructions.
- Experience assembling mechanical systems, including drive components, bearings, pumps, piping, and precision-machined parts.
- Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in pharmaceutical, food, beverage, or other industrial equipment manufacturing is considered an asset.
- Candidates with automotive, heavy equipment, millwright,



or industrial mechanical backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Valid driver's licence.
- Willingness and availability to travel internationally for equipment installation, commissioning, and on-site service work as required.
- Must be legally able and willing to travel internationally for work and able to obtain/maintain the required travel documentation.
- Experience working at heights, including the use of fall arrest systems and scissor lifts. Valid training or certification in Working at Heights, Fall Protection, and Elevated Work Platforms is considered an asset.
- Must possess a basic set of personal mechanical tools. Specialized and job-specific tools will be provided by O’Hara Technologies.

Key Performance Expectations Quality: Complete mechanical assemblies accurately and in accordance with engineering specifications, minimizing rework and deficiencies.

Productivity: Meet assigned assembly milestones within established labour budgets and production schedules.

Safety: Consistently follow safe work practices, including applicable working-at-heights and equipment operation requirements.

Accountability: Maintain accurate daily labour records and promptly report technical or production concerns.

Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with manufacturing, engineering, and project teams to support successful equipment delivery.

Customer Site Support: Demonstrate professionalism, technical competence, and adherence to safety and quality requirements during domestic and international site assignments.

Pay: $26.00-$37.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance

Application question(s):
- Do you currently possess, or are you able to obtain, the necessary passport and travel documentation for international work assignments?
- How many years of experience do you have in mechanical assembly, machinery building, industrial maintenance, or a related mechanical trade?
- Do you have experience working at heights using fall protection systems, scissor lifts, or elevated work platforms?
- Are you willing and available to travel internationally for equipment installation, commissioning, and service work as required?
- Do you have experience reading and interpreting mechanical assembly drawings and technical specifications?

Work Location: In person

📌 Mechanical Assembler (Machinery Builder) (Richmond Hill)
🏢 O'Hara Technologies
📍 Richmond Hill