Company Description

Founded in 1995, Promation is a leading integrator and manufacturer of high-quality tooling, automation, and robotic systems in Oakville, Ontario. We deliver custom equipment and turnkey systems globally, from assembly to vision inspection systems, to provide the best automation solutions. Our dedicated team of PLC designers and engineering professionals ensure top-notch products and services, supported by the Nuclear, Automation, and Industrial divisions.

Role Description

The Manufacturing Technologist is a key contributor in our dynamic, project-based environment. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing and executing tasks related to reviewing engineering drawings to ensure parts are manufacturable across metal fabrication, precision machining, welding, and post-processing stages. You will develop detailed manufacturing plans, strategically selecting the most suitable processes—whether handled in-house or through subcontractors—to meet project timelines and ensure adherence to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings and specifications to ensure that the parts required for the project can be effectively manufactured.
• Identify potential subcontractors and obtain quotes
• Assess the feasibility of manufacturing in house or subcontracting based on project manufacturing budget, schedule, and capabilities.
• Create technical purchase requests for both raw materials and subcontracting using manual REQs or ERP system.
• Coordinate with the procurement department to issue purchase orders for subcontracting and follow up delivery due dates.
• Develop comprehensive manufacturing plans that outline the step-by-step process to create the required parts efficiently and effectively.
• Coordinate with QA department to release the latest and approved manufacturing drawings.
• Coordinate with the shipping team to ship approved materials for subcontracting and receive manufactured parts.
• Provide technical guidance and act as the single point of contact between vendor and engineering/PM.
• Ensure adherence of all MITP requirements for manufacturing activities (hold, witness, and inspection points)
• Respond and issue nonconformities for any manufacturing deviation and follow up on the dispositioning directions.
• Work closely with engineers, designers, and other team members to address technical challenges and optimize the manufacturing process.

Qualifications

• A post-secondary degree in industrial or mechanical engineering, or a related field
• 2-4 years of directly related manufacturing /machining and welding field experience, where production challenges are continuously unique rather than repetitive in nature.
• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Strong manufacturing process knowledge
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective team collaboration
• Familiarity with ERP systems

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Participation in our Retirement Saving Plan & Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan.
• Ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Exciting and unique projects to grow and develop your career!
• A flexible and supportive work environment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religious creed, ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law.

If you require accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.