Metallurgical Lab Technician

Join Our Team as a Metallurgical Laboratory Technician at Johnson Electric!

Location: Ancaster, ON (Onsite)

Salary Range: $54,000 - 65,000 Annually

Vacancy Type: Existing Position

As our next Metallurgical Laboratory Technician
, you’ll play a critical role in evaluating, controlling, and completing metallurgical and dimensional analysis across all stages of manufacturing. You will support new product development, material testing, and process improvements to ensure quality and consistency of production.

• Recognition Programs:
  Programs that recognize and reward employee achievements and contributions.
• Community Engagement:
  Opportunities to participate in community service and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Strong Leadership:
  Work under experienced and visionary leaders who guide the company towards success.
• Innovation Hubs:
  Access to state-of-the-art facilities and innovation hubs that foster creativity and development.

• Performing metallurgical and sediment analysis of products as required
• Following Containment and Corrective Action procedures per IATF 16949 documentation when parts fall outside specifications, including initiating line‑side problem solving
• Maintaining accurate test data records, archived reports, and sample documentation
• Calibrating test equipment and production gauging according to required time frames (daily, weekly, monthly)
  Maintaining and improving 5S performance and supporting lean manufacturing practices
• Maintaining lab equipment in proper working order and performing preventive maintenance on lab and gauging equipment
• Verifying thermal operations by monitoring and testing process variables
• Monitoring and maintaining the powder properties database to verify material quality before release to production
• Providing technical support to production and thermal operations (sinter, temper, induction, steam treatment)
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives
• Adhering to Johnson Electric policies and safety/environmental practices, ensuring compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements
• Performing other duties as assigned

• Powder Metallurgy Technologist (PMT) Certification Level 1 or working toward certification
• Technologist graduate with three years of postsecondary education in metallurgy or materials science preferred
• 1–3 years of experience in high‑speed manufacturing with emphasis on metallurgical engineering
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry, statistics, measurement fundamentals, material properties, material manufacturing processes, lab and process automation, and production metallurgy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) across all organizational levels
• High integrity, dependability, urgency, and results‑driven mindset

• Experience in powder metallurgy or thermal processing
• Prior work in a quality or testing lab within manufacturing
• Familiarity with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

• Manufacturing environment with limited climate control
• Standing and walking for long periods of time

Apply online at — We can’t wait to meet you!

Johnson Electric provides opportunities for growth supported by a team of innovative, collaborative colleagues. Alongside competitive pay and benefits, we foster a culture built on our values, ensuring our people can flourish.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process. Please notify Human Resources if you require accommodation.

Please Note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment process.

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background.

We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.