Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing Corp Hiring for Machine Operator (entry-level) at Kelowna, BC Full Time

Are you interested in joining a fast-paced company and learning new skills in the exciting world of avionics? Does the idea of working in a collaborative and positive team environment with awesome perks and benefits sound appealing to you? If you are looking for an opportunity to gain valuable electronics experience and you want to become a part of a growing company, then you could be a great addition to our team!

AEM currently has an opening for an enthusiastic, full-time, permanent Machine Operator. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn new things and evolve in your career every day.

Who Are We?

AEM is a leading global provider of specialty aviation solutions. We design, develop and manufacture aircraft communication systems, loudspeaker systems, caution/warning panels and illuminated panel products for rotary and fixed-wing aircraft. We are known for ‘Leading By Design’ and are continuously recognized for our ability to delight our customers. At AEM, we live and breathe avionics. We are not content with simply staying ahead of the curve – rather, AEM is the company that creates the curve. From our sunny corporate office in Kelowna, BC, we offer our products to a global marketplace.

Join a Workplace That Gives You More

If you join us, you’ll get to work in a brand-new, custom built manufacturing facility in downtown Kelowna! You can walk to coffee shops & restaurants or take a hike up Knox Mountain…all from our front door!

We offer a competitive compensation package along with unique and fun benefits & perks, such as:

$18.50/hour starting wage

New employees start with 3 weeks’ vacation and earn an additional day per year to a maximum of 5 weeks (pro-rated in your first year)

Extra paid days off in addition to annual vacation per year after 3-month probationary period

A comprehensive benefits package (extended health, vision, dental, health care spending account, disability insurance, life insurance, wellness account) after 3-month probationary period

8 paid sick days per year

Profit sharing (paid quarterly) after 1 year of employment.

Pension plan with a 2:1 match (up to 5%) after 1 year of employment

Extensive job training.

Flexible start times & shifts that suit your schedule.

A whole lot more!

What Makes AEM Different?

Working at AEM is far from status quo. We are a forward-thinking company that believes in rewarding our staff and putting our people first. We are proud of our culture, and we continuously nurture it to ensure our team feels valued every single day. Additionally, working and living in the beautiful Okanagan offers an exceptional opportunity for work-life balance, a comfortable pace of life and a wide range of after-work activities.

Role Overview

The Machine Operator role is a general production position with lots of opportunity for career growth. This role is an integral part of AEM’s ability to manufacture exceptional avionics products for our clients. The Machine Operator I position involves the safe mechanical operations of select equipment used in the required mechanical fabrication process.

Key Responsibilities

Operates Datron CNC Router / Milling Machine

Sandblasts parts for Painting

Assembles parts prior to Painting

Operates vertical belt sander

Operates drill press

Follows maintenance schedule on equipment operated

Provides technical support for other AEM departments

Performs all duties per applicable quality program procedures.

Completes all other duties as per departmental requirements, including supporting other Production departments via transfer when required.

Success Factors

No education or experience required; training is provided in-house.

Knowledge of CNC operation is an asset.

Experience in mechanical assembly is an asset.

Knowledge and use of measuring equipment (i.e., Calipers, dial indicators, etc.) is an asset.

Excellent hand-eye coordination is required.

General experience with computers is required.

Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills.

Ability to sit/stand for long periods of time.

A strong work ethic with a positive approach to working with others.

If you are unsure if the qualifications listed above match yours but the idea of working at AEM is resonating with you, we would still love to hear from you!

A Diverse, Equitable and Inclusive Team Is the Key to Our Organization’s Success

We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin; persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities; persons who identify as women; and persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

Controlled Goods Requirement

Please note that AEM is a proud holder of the Controlled Goods designation. This program allows AEM to work directly with Controlled Goods, which are defined as “components and technical data that have military or national security significance, which are controlled domestically by the Government of Canada and defined in the Defence Production Act” (Government of Canada).

As a Controlled Goods organization, all AEM employees must be eligible for controlled goods designation status. Thus, submission to the following checks is a condition of employment: Background Check, Criminal Record Check, Character References. A credit check may be required in some cases.

Learn More About AEM!

To learn more about working with AEM and to apply to this exciting opportunity, visit: https://www.aem-corp.com/about-us/careers.

We appreciate all applicants and will only contact those who have been short-listed to participate in the recruitment process.