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Stratford, Ontario, Canada
Onsite
Join Our Team as a Millwright-Machine Builder at Johnson Electric!
Location: Stratford, ON (onsite)
Salary Range: The compensation range for this position is $42.21 - $50.00. Placement within the range will depend on the selected candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and overall assessment during the hiring process.
Vacancy Type: New Position
Schedule: Straight Days
As our next Machine Builder, you’ll be at the forefront of building, assembling, and commissioning custom automation equipment. Your expertise in mechanical assembly and industrial automation systems will be crucial in delivering high‑quality machinery solutions and supporting successful project execution from build through customer acceptance.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.
Global Presence: Be part of a global company with diverse teams and the opportunity to work on international projects.
Career Advancement: Clear career paths and opportunities for advancement within the company.
Employee Well-being: Focus on employee health and well-being with various wellness programs and initiatives.
Sustainability Commitment: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials
Assemble and fit complex parts and sub‑assemblies for custom automation equipment
Integrate pneumatic and hydraulic systems into machinery
Fabricate and machine basic components as required
Conduct testing and perform adjustments to ensure equipment meets specifications
Support machine debug, integration, and commissioning activities
Coordinate with electricians and PLC programmers during machine builds
Train customers, maintenance, and operators on equipment and safety procedures
Verify part conformance using precision measuring instruments
Participate in design reviews and recommend improvements for manufacturability
Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain organized work areas
What We’re Looking For:
Diploma or equivalent technical training or relevant experience
5+ years of experience in automation, machine building, or millwright work
Strong knowledge of mechanical assembly and blueprint reading
Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Ability to use precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
Bonus Points If You Have:
Machining experience
Experience with rigging and lifting techniques
Exposure to full machine build and commissioning environments
Familiarity with MS Office tools
How to Apply:
Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can’t wait to meet you!
What we offer:
Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset—our people—can flourish.
Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.
Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
