Hunterwood Careers

Assembly Technician - Millwright, Cochrane, Alberta

As an Assembly Technician at Hunterwood you will be responsible for the mechanical assembly of Hunterwood projects – component assembly, hydraulic systems and electrical systems.

This is a position in which international travel is required. Employee must maintain a valid passport and ability to travel to remain eligible for this position. Up to 50% travel time could be expected during busy intervals.

Position Requriements:

• Read blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work procedures
• Operate hoisting and lifting devices, such as cranes, jacks, and forklifts, to position machinery and parts during the installation, set-up and repair of machinery
• Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain hydraulic systems and programmable logic controls
• Adjust machinery and repair or replace defective parts
• Operate machine tools, such as lathes and grinders, to fabricate parts required during maintenance or set-up of machinery
• Clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery
• Assemble machinery and equipment prior to installation by using hand and power tools and welding equipment
• Perform QC of work to ensure Hunterwood standards are being kept
• Build according to parameters described in drawing packages
• Comply with all stated safety obligations as outline in AB OHS ACT, Regulations, and Safety Code
• Wear appropriate PPE at all times when required to do so and work in a safe manner that prevents opportunity for accidents
• Participate in safety meetings and briefings and contribute to a positive safe and healthy work environment by taking a proactive role in safety
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Skills Required:

• Strong mechanical, millwright, and manufacturing background, as well as a knowledge of hydraulics an asset.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally for 4-6 weeks at a time.
• Ability to maintain a valid passport
• Valid Covid-19 Vaccination for International Travel
• Willingness to travel 35-50%of the time

Other:

International travel up to 35% of the time. Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. For more information about Hunterwood Technologies, visit our website at www.hunterwood.com. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Electrical Assembly Technician, Cochrane, Alberta

Responsible for electrical panel assembly and electrical system installation on Hunterwood projects, including Quality control and safe work practices. Expected to value teamwork and team success, commit to high productivity, and meet aggressive timelines to ensure operational success.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Standard Tasks

  • Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, and schematic drawings to determine work requirements
  • Build electrical panels, box construction & installation on project equipment
  • Conduit assembly, wire pulling, terminating, motor connections
  • Device installation including proxies, valve cords, proxy cords, other sensors
  • Any necessary fabrication for electrical components.
  • Device installation including proxies, valve cords, proxy cords, other sensors
  • Installation of high-voltage equipment including termination
  • Prepare and secure electrical equipment for shipping & install, including spare parts
  • Manage consumable inventory
  • Inspect and examine machinery and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions
  • Cross-functional mechanical assembly as shop demand requires
  • Keep a clean, organized and safe work environment.
  • Equipment installation & commissioning at customer site
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally for 2-4 weeks at a time; maintain a valid passport

  Safety:

  • Wear appropriate PPE at all times and work in a safe manner according to internal policies
  • Participate in safety meetings and briefings.
  • Contribute to a positive safe and healthy work environment by taking a proactive role in safety.
  • Learn to operate all equipment in your scope properly and safely.

  Monitor/Quality Control:

  • Performing Quality Control on all panels, boxes, and terminations
  • Ensure that all parts and assembled systems that are manufactured in house are built to Hunterwood standards

  *Other duties as required and assigned*

Education:

• Journeyman Electrican

Other:

Travel required, up to 20%, some International.

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Electrical & Automation Designer, Cochrane, Alberta

The Electrical & Automation Designer is responsible for contributing to the electrical and automation functions of Hunterwood presses and accessories, including new designs and installation & service support.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Depending on experience level and particular project assignments, duties may include the following:

• Contribute to ensuring customer/market requirements and expectations are accurately reflected in documentation and met by designs
• Determine or propose required specifications of electrical components to cost-effectively fulfill functions required by design intent
• Create and maintain accurate specifications and schematics for all aspects of the electrical and control systems
• Design, implement, & maintain efficient and robust equipment automation programs
• Create and implement clear and logical control screens for operator interfaces
• Contribute to functional safety of machine designs through design and programming choices
• Coordinate with mechanical and hydraulic design disciplines for effective integration of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical aspects of systems
• Contribute to compliance with relevant regulations, codes, and standards
• Create and maintain clear documentation of work
• Manage time and projects effectively, in line with priorities and strategic objectives communicated by management
• Provide support to panel shop for assembly of electrical panels and interpretation of documentation
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Diploma, degree, or related experience in a field related to electrical engineering technology, instrumentation, automation, or electrical drafting
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic to intermediate skills in the Microsoft Office Suite

Other:

Regular local and international travel will be required to support equipment installation, commissioning or service.

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Journeyman Machinist, Calgary, Alberta

Machinists set up and operate precision metal cutting and grinding machines such as lathes, milling machines, drills and grinders to make and repair products made from metals and new alloys.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Machinists set up and operate precision metal cutting and grinding machines such as lathes, milling machines, drills and grinders to make and repair products made from metals and new alloys.
• Ability to operate multiple types of machine shop (CNC and conventional) equipment
• Ability to program, set-up and operate horizontal, vertical & 4 axis CNC milling with FANUC & SIEMENS controls
• Ability to program, set-up and operate CNC Lathe with HAAS & FAGOR controls
• GibbsCAM or Mastercam experience required
• Programming and setup of new parts as well as current part processes
• Machining of Mild and Alloy Steels including but not limited to 1018, 4140, AR400
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production and works without direction with most complicated drawings, sketches, and verbal instructions
• Ensure work piece dimensions are correct and set to established tolerance criteria through QC checks
• Measure, examine and test completed parts, identify defects and ensure conformance to specifications and blueprints
• Organize jobs and material, ensuring they are delivered on time
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly and performing basic preventative maintenance functions on equipment
• Select appropriate machine and settings for a given task and plans proper sequence of tasks
• Maintains inventory of completed products.
• Shipping and receiving of raw and finished materials, including use of forklift
• Comply with provincial and federal law, Company policies and Safety & Environmental Regulations, and the Company’s Quality program and procedures
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Other tasks as required

Skills & Qualifications:

• Journeyman Machinist within Alberta and/or Red Seal
• Mechanical inclined for machine maintenance and repairs
• Ability to assist less experienced personnel with work methods, habits and performance
• Ablility to maintain a set of tools to perform machining functions
• Strength, stamina and the use of proper lifting techniques required for handling items weighing up to 25 kilograms/50 pounds.
• Good coordination and manual dexterity
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety
• Proficient in math
• Basic computer skills
• Experience working with machine tools or mechanical assembly
• Working knowledge of safety protocols
• The ability to visualize a layout by looking at plans and prints
• The ability to comprehend and trouble-shoot mechanical systems, and
• The ability to get along with and supervise the work of others.

Education:

• Journeyman Machinist within Alberta and/or Red Seal

Other:

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Journeyman Welder, Cochrane Alberta

We are looking for a Journeyman Welder to build and service our forage exporting equipment, while maintaining quality control and safe work practices. Expected to bring a positive attitude to the workplace, value teamwork and team success, commit to high productivity, and meet aggressive timelines to ensure operational success. This position would be based at our Cochrane, Alberta location and may require some international travel a few times a year.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Reading and Interpreting Drawings
• Fitting and Tacking
• Welding to a predetermined standard
• Maintaining equipment and a clean work area
• Operating forklifts and other necessary equipment
• Practice safe work methods- always
• Quality Control checks on personal and peer work
• Install welding and assembly in the field (travelling around the world)
• Support kitting, cut & drill, and paint booth as required
• Repair Welding and Service Projects
• Mechanical Assembly/build components and presses as required
• other duties as required

Qualifications

• An Alberta Journeyman's Welder Certificate and/or a Red Seal
• Ability to maintain a valid passport

There is potential travel up to 25% of the time. Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. For more information about Hunterwood Technologies, visit our website at www.hunterwood.com. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Product Development Engineer, Cochrane, Alberta

The Product Development Engineer is responsible for managing Hunterwood’s new product development portfolio and process, taking a leading role in developing structural and mechanical designs of new products, and supporting sales and installation for new products.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Depending on experience level and particular project assignments, duties may include the following:

• Understand customer/market operational and maintenance requirements and expectations, and ensure these are accurately reflected in scoping documentation.
• Ensure required specifications are clearly documented to cost-effectively fulfill functions required by design intent
• Create and maintain accurate specifications, including models and drawings where appropriate, for all new product components and assemblies
• Ensure safety risks and hazards associated with assembly, transportation, and operation are understood and documented for all new products, and that reasonable and effective mitigation and protection measures are in place
• Coordinate with hydraulic and electrical design disciplines for effective specification and integration of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical aspects of new product systems
• Ensure new products comply with relevant regulations, codes, and standards
• Collaborate with the Marketing department to keep the new Product Development Roadmap up to date
• Maintain ownership of Hunterwood’s Stage Gate process, including enforcement of documentation standards and deadlines, maintenance and control of relevant documentation, organizing and chairing gate review meetings, and revising procedures as needed
• Ensure all available opportunities for supplementary funding are exploited (eg IRAP, SR&ED), and assist management with creating and submitting claim documentation
• Advise management on growth and new product introduction strategies
• Manage time and projects effectively, in line with priorities and strategic objectives communicated by management
• Develop and maintain professional work standards, including adherence to APEGA practice standards EITs employed at Hunterwood in a technical role are expected to pursue registration as a licensed professional.
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Qualifications:

• (Minimum) Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Registration in good standing with APEGA as an either an Engineer in Training or Professional Engineer
• 5 years related experience
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic to intermediate skills in the Microsoft Office Suite

Other:

Some travel may be required.

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Shop Support Technician, Cochrane, Alberta

To accomplish a variety of tasks in all the shop departments which include but are not limited to the welding department, the paint department and the assembly department. This role is responsible for helping the day-to-day shop operations go smoothly and efficiently, and is a development role to learn and support many aspects of the business.

Position Requriements:

• Manufacturing:

  • Safely operate forklift to kit and stage raw materials for fabrication and assembly
  • Paint Booth loading and unloading
  • Support Cut & Drill department as needed
  • Maintain levels and complete cycle counts of consumables in shop carts and storage areas
  • Back-up painter, including weekend OT requirements during production surges
  • Receive and QC manufacturing material
  • Prepare and package material for shipping
  • Assist various departments with assigned tasks

  Building Maintenance

  • Daily maintenance of floors and garbage/recycling receptacles
  • Yard organizing and cleaning
  • Various building upkeep/maintenance projects (e.g. Painting, light bulbs, etc.)
  • Quoting and coordinating contractors for repairs and projects where applicable

• Safety

  • Comply with all safety legislation and regulation and are properly trained to do so.
  • Wear appropriate PPE when necessary.
  • Ensure that proper safety hazard assessments are complete; participate in accident investigations, and to seek timely resolution of safety concerns.
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills Required:

• Experience in a manufacturing/ shop environment an asset

Education:

Other:

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Supply Chain Manager, Cochrane Alberta

Reporting to the  VP of Operations, the Supply Chain Manager’s primary responsibility is to effectively implement and manage supply chain policies and resources for Hunterwood Technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency and minimize costs
• Oversee the entire supply chain process, from procurement to delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and communication
• Analyze data to identify trends and make informed decisions
• Lead demand planning efforts to ensure accurate forecasting and inventory management
• Maintain systems such as SAP to streamline operations
• Monitor supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
• Continuously improve supply chain processes through the application of Lean manufacturing principles
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Supply Chain Manager or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, practices, and procedures
• Proficient in using SAP for data analysis and reporting
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and make sound decisions
• Familiarity with demand planning techniques and inventory management strategies
  
• Experience with Lean manufacturing methodologies is highly desirable
  
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
  
• Ability to multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as RRSP matching program. For more information about Hunterwood Technologies, visit our website at www.hunterwood.com. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.

Service Technician, Ellensburg WA, USA

As a Service Technician, reporting to the Operations Manager, US, you will work as part of our local team to support Hunterwood customers throughout the Washington region with their machine maintenance programs. Experience with troubleshooting, machine maintenance and PLC’s will be critical in the success of the role.

This position is expected to be available Monday to Friday 7:00 – 4:00pm and as needed for after hour’s calls (cell phone/laptop provided).

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Technical field work

  • Maintain strapping and wrapping equipment
  • Implement start-up procedures for equipment
  • Testing and commissioning of equipment on-site
  • Extract or interpret electrical and schematic drawings from third parties and integrate systems into our production lines
  • Install & upgrade work as required
  • Phone/online troubleshooting on customer’s equipment
  • Warranty support for customer’s equipment
  • Customer training for Operators and Maintenance
  • Shop service work as required

  Organization

  • Proper documentation of customer calls and feedback on issue resolution

  Monitor / Quality Control

  • Monitor the running time, down time, and errors on the Hunterwood machines
  • Optimizing machine productivity

  Safety

  • Safety of Hunterwood Equipment
  • Ensuring all Hunterwood equipment is kept up to proper safety standards by
  • completing site surveys and safety evaluations in conjunction with customers while at site.
  • Ensure equipment is not modified from original design intent without the approval of Design and Management – particularly when it involves any safety system or change in general function of a specific device.
  • Follow standard written protocols for our control system designs, revision control and safety.
  • Ensure that you comply with all safety legislation and regulations.
  • You must wear appropriate PPE when necessary

  Quality Control

  • Observe, document, and log equipment deficiencies as necessary based on site visits, factory equipment inspections, and customer feedback

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of PLC’s, Ladder Logistics and control systems.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Able to read hydraulic/electrical schematics and mechanical drawings an asset.
• Moderate understanding of electrical design.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

Other:

Hunterwood offers a competitive compensation program including health, dental and wellness benefits as well as a 401k matching program. For more information about Hunterwood Technologies, visit our website at www.hunterwood.com. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants who participate in all aspects of the selection process.

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Hunterwood wishes to thank everyone for their application, however, only successful applicants will be contacted.