Manufacturing Technician

Location:

Varennes, Quebec, Canada

Job ID:

R0139109

Date Posted:

2026-07-21

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY CANADA INC.

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

L’opportunité

Hitachi Énergie est à la recherche d’un(e) technicien (ne) manufacturier(e) pour joindre son équipe de fabrication à Varennes. Dans ce rôle concret et axé sur le terrain, vous serez responsable de la performance manufacturière, de la stabilité des procédés et des initiatives d’amélioration continue au sein d’un secteur de production désigné. Vous consacrerez environ 50 % de votre temps au plancher de production en collaborant étroitement avec les équipes des opérations, de la qualité, de la maintenance et de l’ingénierie afin de soutenir des processus de fabrication sécuritaires, efficaces et standardisés. Vous jouerez un rôle clé dans la résolution des défis de production, la mise en œuvre d’améliorations manufacturières, l’intégration de nouveaux équipements et le déploiement d’initiatives visant à améliorer la productivité, la qualité et les coûts. Grâce à l’optimisation des procédés fondée sur les données, aux activités d’amélioration continue et à la collaboration interfonctionnelle, votre travail contribuera directement à l’excellence opérationnelle, à la fiabilité manufacturière et à la livraison de solutions énergétiques innovantes favorisant un réseau électrique plus durable et résilient.

Comment vous aurez un impact

• Soutenir la performance manufacturière, la stabilité des procédés et les initiatives d’amélioration continue dans un secteur de fabrication assigné.

• Fournir un soutien technique pratique sur le plancher de production afin de résoudre les problèmes manufacturiers et d’améliorer l’efficacité opérationnelle.

• Développer, maintenir et améliorer les standards de production, les instructions de travail et la documentation liée à l’amélioration des processus.

• Animer des activités structurées de résolution de problèmes, incluant les méthodologies RCCM, Kaizen, RPS et ABRA.

• Soutenir les livrables APQP, incluant l’élaboration et la mise à jour des PFMEA afin d’identifier et de réduire les risques manufacturiers.

• Participer à l’intégration et à la mise en service d’équipements de production ainsi qu’aux activités de FAT/SAT et de validation manufacturière.

• Collaborer avec des équipes multidisciplinaires pour soutenir l’introduction de nouveaux produits, les activités d’industrialisation et la préparation manufacturière.

• Surveiller les indicateurs de performance (KPI), réaliser des études de temps et utiliser les données manufacturières afin d’identifier des opportunités d’amélioration en matière de sécurité, qualité, livraison et coûts.

• Veiller au respect des réglementations, procédures et directives internes et externes applicables.

Votre profil

En savoir plus sur nous

Dans ce rôle, vous aurez l’occasion de développer votre expertise en ingénierie manufacturière tout en collaborant avec des professionnels expérimentés engagés envers l’excellence opérationnelle et l’avenir de l’énergie.

• Travaillez sur des technologies innovantes qui contribuent à façonner l’avenir de l’énergie.

• Collaborez avec des professionnels expérimentés de l’industrie de l’énergie.

• Accédez à des plateformes d’apprentissage et à des occasions de développement de carrière.

• Profitez de programmes avantageux en matière de santé et de retraite.

• Bénéficiez de congés payés et de modalités de travail flexibles.

Nous remercions tous les candidats de leur intérêt. Toutefois, seules les personnes retenues pour une entrevue seront contactées.

The Opportunity

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our manufacturing team in Varennes. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for manufacturing performance, stability, and continuous improvement within an assigned production area. You will spend approximately 50% of your time on the production floor, partnering closely with operations, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to support safe, efficient, and standardized manufacturing processes. You will play a key role in resolving production challenges, implementing manufacturing improvements, supporting capital equipment integration, and driving productivity, quality, and cost initiatives. Through data-driven manufacturing optimization, continuous improvement activities, and collaboration across functions, your work will directly contribute to operational excellence, manufacturing reliability, and the delivery of innovative energy solutions that support a more sustainable and resilient power grid.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Support manufacturing performance, stability, and continuous improvement initiatives within an assigned manufacturing area.

• Provide hands-on technical support on the production floor to resolve manufacturing issues and improve operational efficiency.

• Develop, maintain, and improve production standards, work instructions, and business improvement documentation.

• Facilitate structured problem-solving activities, including RCCM, Kaizen, RPS, and ABRA methodologies.

• Support APQP deliverables, including PFMEA development and maintenance, to identify and mitigate manufacturing risks.

• Participate in capital equipment integration, commissioning, FAT/SAT activities, and manufacturing validation efforts.

• Partner with cross-functional teams to support new product introduction, industrialization activities, and manufacturing readiness.

• Monitor KPIs, conduct time studies, and use manufacturing data to identify opportunities for improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in Canada.

• Technical degree (DEP or DEC) in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• 7 to 15 years of relevant experience.

• Experience working in a manufacturing engineering environment is considered an asset.

• Knowledge of manufacturing control systems, manufacturing optimization, and continuous improvement practices in a manufacturing environment

• Experience with root cause problem-solving methodologies, including RCCM, Kaizen, and Lean principles.

• Experience supporting capital equipment projects and the ability to interpret process data, KPI metrics, and time studies.

• Bilingual (French and English)

More About Us

In this role, you will have the opportunity to build your manufacturing engineering expertise while collaborating with experienced professionals focused on operational excellence and the future of energy.

• Work on innovative technologies that help shape the future of energy.

• Collaborate with experienced professionals across the power industry.

• Access learning platforms and career development opportunities.

• Benefit from attractive health and retirement programs.

• Enjoy paid leave and flexible work arrangements.

Only selected candidates will be contacted. 

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.