Toolmaker

Join the Winning Team at ATS Automation, a great place to automate your future! Take your place among the best in the business, and grow your career with ATS Test Inc. in Woodbridge, Ontario. Join an environment where a passion for innovation is combined with an uncompromised commitment to quality.

We attract some of the most talented and motivated individuals from a range of fields, with our global offering and growth opportunities as we expand on a global scale.

Why Join ATS?

Be a part of a global organization that is a leader in its industry
Work with other bright, talented people and discover opportunities for professional growth
Free gourmet beverages - coffee, tea and hot chocolate
BBQs and other social events throughout the year
And much more!

MAJOR DUTIES

Set-up and operate various machine-tools such as lathes manual mills and grinders; fit and sub assemble parts to make or repair mechanical systems; bench and floor assembly of fixtures; plumbing of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits; apply knowledge of mechanisms, shop mathematics, basic metrology methods, lay-out and assembly procedures and blue print reading.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Interpret specifications, drawings or sample parts to determine the most suitable and economical manufacturing and assembly processes. Plan sequence of machining operations.
Compute dimensions and tolerances and prepare working sketches from general descriptions and by examining parts and their mating surfaces.
Bench assemble and validate tooling, jigs and fixtures for automated test equipment integration with electro-mechanical sub-assemblies and system components.
Measure, mark and scribe center lines, dimensions and reference points on machine bases prior to floor assembly of the bench assemblies.
Select and install cutting tools in machines.
Verify conformance of manufactured parts to specifications, using measuring instruments; such as, scales, calipers, micrometers and fixed gauges.
Floor assemble subassemblies onto a fixture including tooling setup, plumbing and trouble shooting.
Participate or lead in the customer buy-off and commission the equipment at the customer site.
Provide training for customer personnel.
Maintain machines and tools related to the assembly processes.
Maintain cleanliness of personal work areas and job zones.
Mentor junior staff.
Work well in a team with more junior or senior staff from other disciplines.
Recommend design changes to parts with regard to improving manufacturing, assembly and maintenance processes.
Attend design reviews as required.
Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS code of business conduct.
Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Certificate of Qualification as a Tool Maker.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years experience, not including an apprenticeship program, working as a machine builder.