Electrical Associate

AAG is a leading global manufacturer of CNC router machines and knife systems. With over 350,000 standard machine configurations and over 30 decades of experience, AAG specializes in matching machinery to customers’ unique needs and budgets. Designed and built at our state-of-the-art factory in Waterdown, Ontario, and Tallmadge, Ohio, our Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machines are supplied and supported through a global network of sales and support offices and authorized dealers.

AAG is an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to profitable growth and responsible management for the benefit of our customers, suppliers, shareholders, and employees. Our teams are engaged and innovative and are driving change throughout our company, from our production facilities to our clients, in our meeting rooms, and our communities. A diverse and inclusive work environment, as we believe an inclusive company culture inspires people to stay curious, engaged, and challenged.

**Overview**:
The Electrical Associate is responsible for assembling, wiring, and testing various components. This includes manufacture/assembly of the electrical panel, pump/blower(s), wiring of tables, testing of options, sub-components, final assembly and quality assurance.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications to determine established assembly methods.
- Cuts wire to specified lengths, using wire cutters.
- Crimps terminal eyelets and lugs to wire ends, using hand or machine crimping device.
- Connects wiring to accessories, such as relays, plugs, condensers, switches, and solenoids
- Installs accessory assemblies in electrical or electronic units using soldering gun and hand tools.
- Conducts functional and continuity tests of electrical assemblies, components, wire harness, and plugs, using ohmmeter, and other electrical testing instruments.
- May attach headers, terminals, and mounting studs to etched circuit boards.

**Skills/Knowledge/Experience/Education**:

- Related post-secondary education (diploma) required e. electrical technician / technologist
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Knowledge of and experience working with tools, concepts and electrical methodologies
- Electrical aptitude
- Attention to detail
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Strong problem analysis and problem-solving skills
- Team player
- Able to bend and work on the ground as needed
- Able to lift and move materials up to 25lbs