Job Description

BETTER MOBILITY FOR LIFE

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Savaria employs 2,450 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Production Supervisor and located 100% on site at 2 Walker Drive, Brampton, Ontario, the

General Assembler - Elevator Platform (Saw Cutting)

plays a key role in the assembly and fabrication of elevator platform components. This position involves performing precise saw cutting, assembly, and finishing work to meet production schedules and quality standards.

This role is

100% on-site

at Savaria's Brampton manufacturing facility and requires strong attention to detail, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced production

Responsibilities

Follow detailed

Material Data Sheets (MDS)

and work instructions under the direction of the Lead Hand.

Perform saw cutting

operations as part of the elevator platform fabrication and assembly process, ensuring precision and adherence to specifications.

Measure, mark, and cut

raw materials using measuring tapes, saws, and related cutting tools.

Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and assembly instructions

to correctly position and fit parts. Assemble elevator platform components using

rivets, bolts, screws, clamps, and other fasteners

.

Install and secure components

according to drawings, ensuring dimensional accuracy and quality compliance.

Operate hand and power tools

such as drills, C-clamps, rivet guns, and nail guns as required. Perform

basic wiring, testing, and troubleshooting

on assembled units when necessary. Collaborate with team members and supervisors to maintain an efficient workflow and achieve daily production targets. Conduct

quality checks

on parts and finished assemblies to ensure they meet company standards. Maintain a

clean, organized, and safe work area

, adhering to all health and safety regulations. Perform

other related duties

as assigned by the Production Supervisor or Lead Hand.

Mindset, Skills & Education

Energetic, eager, and proactive with a hands-on approach to problem-solving. Proven experience as a General Assembler, Mechanical Assembler, or Production Worker in a manufacturing environment (elevator, lift, or related industry preferred). Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings accurately. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Excellent teamwork and communication skills with the ability to follow instructions precisely. Basic math skills: ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Reliable, punctual, and safety-conscious.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands and fingers to handle or feel materials. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk throughout facility. Employee may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds occasionally and lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds with assistance of another person. Assistance is available for weights above persons lifting capabilities. The work environment of this job has the employee regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and is exposed to vibration from grinder. The employee works in a plant manufacturing facility that is regulated by heat in the cold months and flow through air in the warm months.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual desirous of being part of a large, evolving, and successful global organization with the ability to impact future success. This role is a chance to shape your career and the future of Savaria! Join us!

Monday to Friday 7.00 a.m. to 03.30 p.m.