Assembler

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Assembler at our Stratford, Ontario location. The role involves assembling, testing, and winding coils utilized in electrical devices and instruments, following wiring diagrams, sample coils, or detailed work orders. Tasks include operating coil-winding machines and using hand tools with guidance from experienced team members.

Workplace and Compensation

Location: Stratford, ON
Union Wage Rate: $24.35/hour

Benefits

• Paid time off
• RRSP with employer matching
• Health and wellness programs
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Competitive salary package
• Referral incentives
• Employee recognition programs
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Inclusive and supportive workplace culture

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret wiring diagrams and work orders to determine coil specifications and wire requirements
• Set up and adjust coil-forming devices on winding machines
• Thread wires through tensioners and guides; bend wires to create leads
• Manage wire tension and count turns during winding process
• Apply insulation wraps between coil layers for protection
• Trim wires to form leads and shape coil ends as needed
• Solder lead wires to terminals and perform quality checks on coils
• Apply varnish or insulation materials to reinforce coil integrity

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant coil winding or assembly experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of electrical components and insulation materials
• Commitment to product quality and adherence to health and safety regulations
• Ability to work collaboratively under guidance from experienced coil winders
• Willingness to learn new tools and methods
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in winding processes

About the Company

Curtiss-Wright’s Sensors Division brings over 50 years of expertise in aviation technology, delivering precise, critical components for commercial and defense aerospace platforms. The division partners closely with systems integrators and OEMs to provide dependable products.

Recruitment Notes

No unsolicited agency applications will be considered; only agencies engaged by Talent Acquisition with agreed terms may submit candidates. Resumes submitted directly to Curtiss-Wright personnel are not eligible for fees and become company property.

This role requires clearance to handle export-controlled information, so additional screening may be necessary; offers may be withdrawn if clearance cannot be obtained.

Curtiss-Wright promotes equal opportunity employment for all candidates regardless of identity or background and welcomes requests for accommodation at any recruitment stage to support disabilities.