Assembly Technician

Väderstad is looking for people who share our passion for farming. Our employees are the most important resource we have in achieving our goals. We provide great career opportunities for the right candidates in a rapidly evolving workplace with locations in ag markets across North America. Väderstad is an equal opportunity employer, that values and respects diversity in its workforce. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business needs.

The Assembly Technician works to assemble different components for the toolbars or tanks in an efficient and effective manner. 

Education/Experience

• Grade 12
• Assembly/Factory experience an asset

Core Competencies  

• Manual dexterity
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to run a variety of tools 
• Ability to understand the assembly process
• Ability to focus on details
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Trustworthy and dependable
• Work with an acceptable attitude toward co-workers and supervisors

Accountabilities  

• Assemble, fit and install fabricated and prefabricated parts to form a finished product using hand and power tools
• Position, align and adjust parts for proper fit and assembly and connect cables, tubes and wires
• Fasten parts together using bolting and riveting equipment or other fastening and joining techniques
• Safe operation of PME, including lift trucks and cranes
• Understand the component of assembling the toolbar or tank
• Work productively as directed
• Ability to work overtime at peak times of the year is required
• Ensure a clean working area
• Compliance with established policies and procedures for acceptable attendance, safety and quality standards

Work Conditions 

• Extended periods of standing, and other physically demanding conditions
• Working in manufacturing plant environment. 
• Some exposure to potentially hazardous environments requiring protective equipment
• Employee may be exposed to dust, odors, fumes and high levels of noise at times
• Lifting or moving up to 50lbs may be required 
• Exposure to temperature fluctuations

Why Work with Us?

• Vaderstad offers a competitive compensation package including competitive salary, health benefits and pension matching.
• 100% of the premiums associated with Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription benefits are paid for by the company.
• We have an approachable culture that enables you to be the best version of yourself and bring your best ideas forward.
• Vaderstad provides you the opportunity to work with an ambitious, growth-oriented team that is driven to continuously improve.