About Savaria – 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, ceiling track lifts and patient slings. Our vision is to empower people with mobility for life. We achieve this by providing products that improve mobility and access in daily life, and through our drive to build quality products and to be attentive to the needs of our customers.
Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.
Position Summary
We are looking for a detail-oriented and hands-on Lead Hand – Electrical to join our team]. This role will report to the Production Manager and will play a key role in leading daily electrical production activities, supporting cross-functional coordination, and ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency across both Electrical Assembly and Matot operations.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization that is committed to quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Work Location: Brampton, ON
This is a 100% on-site position
Key Responsibilities
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Act as Lead Hand for Electrical and Matot, supporting daily production priorities and workflow
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Schedule Orion production, identify material or resource shortages, and communicate requirements to cross-functional teams
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Provide operational coverage for Electrical and Matot Supervisors during vacations or absences
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Ensure daily work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with production targets
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Assemble electrical components and systems according to engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams
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Read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams accurately
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Wire, troubleshoot, and resolve issues within Matot electrical systems, including identifying missing or incorrect drawings or connections
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Secure components using approved fasteners such as bolts, screws, rivets, and speed clips
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Perform testing and quality checks to ensure assemblies meet safety, performance, and quality standards
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Troubleshoot and repair electrical assemblies as required
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Program and support Allen Bradley PLCs
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Program and configure tablets used in production and operations
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Complete and support Infinity, Eclipse, and COP systems, including Orion-related COPs
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Train employees across electrical areas to ensure task coverage and operational flexibility
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Deliver training on COPs, hall calls, door bucks, and Orion wiring and systems
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Support training across Matot electrical systems, including troughs, push buttons, controller modifications, and cabinet wiring
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Document assembly processes, test results, and deviations from standard procedures
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and new assembly techniques
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Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with company safety standards
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Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
Education & Certification
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Diploma or certification in Electrical, Electromechanical, Industrial Electrical, or a related field
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Electrical trade certification or equivalent experience is an asset
Experience
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Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical assembly and industrial electrical experience
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Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is required
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Experience working with PLC programming (Allen Bradley) is a strong asset
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Prior experience in a lead hand or senior technician role is preferred
Key Skills
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Strong leadership and team support capabilities
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Excellent ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
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Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
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Detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and deadline-driven
Why Work with Us?
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Be part of a global, publicly traded company with a meaningful mission
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Competitive compensation
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Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits.
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Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
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Work with a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation and integrity
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Make a difference by helping people access a better quality of life
Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility
Savaria is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all individuals. We value diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.
If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable accessibility laws.
AI & Technology Notice (Recruitment Process):
Savaria may use technology tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including video/audio interview recording and secure internal systems to manage applications. Candidate information may be processed through our HR systems (including ADP Workforce Now) to support scheduling, communication, and recruitment workflow.
Interview recordings, where used, are collected for evaluation purposes only and are handled in a secure and confidential manner, in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Please note that we receive a high volume of applications. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in Savaria.
Apply Now
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to something that matters, we encourage you to apply today.
Hiring steps
1. Pre-screening with HR
2. Virtual Interview with hiring manager/ Interview panels
4. In-person Interview and facility tour
5. Background check and offer
