Priority Electronics
Manufacturing Technician - Copper
Winnipeg, Manitoba•Full-time
About the Job
About Us
At Priority Electronics, we build high-quality connectivity solutions that help keep critical networks and infrastructure connected. From custom cable assemblies and fiber solutions to distribution products and enclosures, our team takes pride in delivering products that meet the highest standards of quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
We believe our success starts with our people. We foster a culture built on teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and respect. Every team member plays an important role in helping us deliver exceptional products and service to our customers.
Your Impact
We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician – Copper who enjoys working with equipment, solving technical challenges, and finding ways to make manufacturing processes better. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on manufacturing experience who wants to develop their technical skills while supporting our copper cable and wire-harness production operations.
Why This Opportunity Matters
As our Manufacturing Technician – Copper, you will play an important role in supporting the equipment, processes, and technical activities that keep our Copper department running efficiently.
You will work alongside Production, Quality, and other technical resources to troubleshoot manufacturing issues, assist with equipment setups, maintain technical documentation, support new product introductions, and identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes.
This is a hands-on technical position, ideal for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, understanding how equipment works, investigating problems, and developing practical solutions.
You don't need to have all the answers on day one. We're looking for someone with a strong technical foundation, curiosity, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and grow.
Primary Areas of Influence:
Manufacturing & Technical Support:
- Provide hands-on technical support for copper cable and wire-harness manufacturing operations.
- Assist with troubleshooting wire cutting, stripping, crimping, soldering, termination, connector assembly, and testing processes.
- Help identify and resolve manufacturing issues affecting product quality and production efficiency.
- Support the implementation and maintenance of standardized manufacturing processes.
- Work with production team members to identify recurring technical challenges.
- Assist with process trials, adjustments, and improvements.
Equipment, Tooling & Process Support:
- Assist with equipment setup, adjustments, and troubleshooting.
- Support automated wire cutting and stripping equipment, crimping tools, applicators, and other production equipment.
- Help maintain accurate equipment setup instructions and manufacturing parameters.
- Identify tooling or equipment issues and coordinate with the appropriate technical resources.
- Support the evaluation and introduction of new tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
- Participate in equipment and process improvement activities.
Manufacturing Documentation:
- Assist with creating and updating manufacturing work instructions, process documentation, and equipment setup guides.
- Support the maintenance of production bills of materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routings.
- Help ensure manufacturing documentation reflects current approved processes.
- Document technical observations, process changes, and troubleshooting findings.
- Support the development of visual work instructions and training materials.
- Assist with maintaining accurate and organized technical records.
New Product & Production Readiness:
- Support prototype builds, First Articles, and new product introductions.
- Assist with manufacturing trials and process verification.
- Identify potential manufacturing challenges during product development.
- Support preparation of equipment, tooling, and documentation for new products.
- Work with Production and Quality to help ensure products are ready for routine manufacturing.
- Provide practical feedback on assembly methods, equipment capability, and process improvements.
Quality & Continuous Improvement:
- Assist with investigating manufacturing defects and recurring production issues.
- Support root-cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, downtime, and unnecessary handling.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Help improve workstation organization, manufacturing methods, and process consistency.
- Support the implementation of approved process improvements.
Training & Team Support:
- Assist with hands-on technical training for production team members.
- Help demonstrate proper equipment setup and manufacturing techniques.
- Support the development of clear and practical training materials.
- Share technical knowledge and best practices with the team.
- Work collaboratively with Production leadership to address technical questions and training needs.
What Success Looks Like:
- Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or technical production environment.
- Mechanical aptitude and an interest in understanding how manufacturing equipment and processes work.
- Experience with manufacturing equipment setup, adjustments, or troubleshooting.
- Ability to read and follow technical drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Comfort working directly with production equipment and manufacturing processes.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain technical records.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- A willingness to learn new equipment, manufacturing techniques, and technical processes.
- A practical, positive approach to solving problems and supporting others.
Even Better If You Have:
- Experience in copper cable, wire-harness, electronics, or electrical assembly manufacturing.
- Experience with automated wire cutting and stripping equipment.
- Knowledge of crimping, termination, soldering, or connector assembly.
- Experience developing or updating manufacturing work instructions.
- Familiarity with production BOMs, manufacturing routings, or equipment setup documentation.
- Experience supporting prototypes, First Articles, or manufacturing trials.
- Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 or other applicable workmanship standards.
- Post-secondary education or technical training in manufacturing, electronics, electrical technology, mechanical technology, or a related field.
Key Competencies:
- Mechanical & Technical Aptitude.
- Manufacturing Equipment Troubleshooting.
- Problem Solving.
- Attention to Detail.
- Quality Awareness.
- Technical Documentation.
- Organization & Time Management.
- Teamwork & Communication.
- Adaptability & Willingness to Learn.
- Continuous Improvement.
- Ownership & Accountability.
What You Can Expect:
At Priority Electronics, you'll be part of a team that values practical knowledge, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
You can expect:
- A hands-on role working with manufacturing equipment, processes, and technology.
- Opportunities to learn and develop new technical skills.
- Exposure to a variety of copper cable and wire-harness manufacturing processes.
- The opportunity to participate in troubleshooting, process improvement, and new product activities.
- A supportive environment where questions, ideas, and practical solutions are encouraged.
- Opportunities to work alongside experienced production and technical team members.
- A workplace committed to quality, teamwork, accountability, and respect.
Ready to Put Your Technical Skills to Work?
If you're mechanically inclined, enjoy solving problems, and want to build your technical career in manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Priority Electronics and help us strengthen our processes, support our production teams, and deliver the quality our customers count on.
We appreciate the interest of everyone who applies. While we would love to connect with every candidate, only those selected for the next stage of our recruitment process will be contacted.
Priority Electronics is committed to providing an inclusive and respectful workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment and selection process upon request.