Department: Operations

Position: OPS 05-2010
Department: Operations

Role Title: Test Cells Lead Hand

Location: Toronto
Role Summary:
Lead a crew of test rig operators with all testing requirements for HVAC and Fire pumps including the newly released Intelligent Variable Speed (IVS) pumping systems. The position requires an excellent knowledge and hands-on experience of wiring and operating electrical equipment as per applicable local codes and standards. Clear and concise English communications skills, written and verbal, are a pre-requisite.

Responsibilities and activities are focused around promoting and maintaining a safe operation of test rig electrical panels, continuous improvement of testing processes and procedures to improve production throughput, coaching and training new team members on mechanical and electrical installation of pumps on the test rig, operating the pump as per production order requirement and conforming to standard testing procedures, compiling test reports including pass/fail results and dismantling pump for next operation.

Job Requirement
Education: Completion of High School (Grade 12)
Certificates or Licenses: Licensed Electrician in Ontario. WHMIS certification is an asset

Experience: Minimum 5 years of work experience in 3 phase, 600V electrical wiring and minimum 2 years in Supervisory position.

• A working knowledge of electrical safety regulations
• Proficient in reading electrical wiring diagrams
• Must be quality, safety and production oriented
• Capable of trouble-shooting and making informed decisions
• Identify and report on product and process deficiencies through on-going pump testing activities and liaise with engineering for continuous improvement events
• Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter, access or retrieve data
• Ability to compile and map test results in Excel spreadsheets, and download parameters to pump VFD via serial communication connection
• Ability to train, coach, evaluate, delegate tasks and supervise team members
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently
• Ability to promote and maintain a safe work environment
• Familiar with process improvement techniques including six sigma and Lean Manufacturing
• Duties and Responsibilities
• Reporting to the Pump Assembly Supervisor, main duties and responsibilities are:
• Develop Test Cell infrastructure to support safe and trouble-free testing of all pump offerings to the specifications and quality requirementsDevelop Test Cell operational processes and procedures to achieve compliance with regulatory requirements
• Perform safety inspections and examine products to verify conformance to specifications
• Monitor and certify work undertaken by team members in compliance with electrical safety requirements and company procedures
• Ensure team members adhere to company policies, safety practices & standards and good housekeeping practices
• Lead, support and provide guidance and expert advice to team members in the test of water pumps
• Check pump installation for visual defects and faulty electrical and mechanical connections
• Train and supervise the newly hired trainee test operators on pump preparation, rig, de-rig, pump testing as per standard procedures, and final inspection
• Provide support to Supervisor in the daily operation of the test cell, co-ordinate work schedule and supervise team activities to ensure efficient operation
• Ensure employees have the proper tools, proper use of hand tools, and the material necessary to complete the task
• Review test data, and if needed lead pump assembly and test cell troubleshooting activities to bring failed product to conformance
• Undertake and manage the test cell maintenance and calibration activities
• Diagnose process and quality issues and make improvement recommendations to Department Manager
• Sustain a high level of efficiency in production
• Fill in for team members who are absent or on vacation
• Perform other tasks as deemed necessary by Department Manager

Must Have Skills/Experience:
Education: Completion of High School (Grade 12)

• Certificates or Licenses: Licensed Electrician in Ontario. WHMIS Certification is an asset
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of work experience in 3 phase, 600V electrical wiring and minimum 2 years in Supervisory position.
• Clear and concise English communications skills, written and verbal, are a pre-requisite.
• Make Your Future Clear by applying, quoting position # OPS 05-2010, to:

Human Resources
S. A. Armstrong Limited
23 Bertrand Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M1L 2P3
Fax: (416) 759-9101
E-mail: hrcanada@armlink.com

Only selected candidates who match our requirements and who are currently eligible to work in Canada will be contacted for an interview.

We thank everyone who applies to Armstrong.