Production Lead Hand

The role

The Production Lead Hand leads a production team in the final assembly of battery energy storage systems. This role involves overseeing structural assembly, high-voltage power system routing, and performing testing before shipment.

What you will do

• Lead the final assembly of complete battery energy storage systems.
• Operate overhead cranes, gantry systems, and forklifts to position components.
• Ensure mechanical alignment, clearances, door seals, and torque values meet specifications.
• Install and wire sub-panels, industrial disconnects, transformers, and breakers.
• Ensure electrical routing and connections comply with the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Perform End-of-Line testing including insulation resistance and grounding checks.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing alongside Quality Assurance and Engineering teams.
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Assign daily work and mentor technicians and apprentices.
• Complete build travelers, quality checklists, and final inspection documentation.

Required qualifications

• Valid Canadian Journeyperson certification as an Industrial Electrician, Industrial Mechanic/Millwright, or equivalent trade.
• Or 7+ years of verifiable experience in heavy industrial machine building, enclosure manufacturing, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in heavy equipment manufacturing, industrial switchgear assembly, custom automation machinery, or similar capital equipment production.
• Experience assembling, integrating, and troubleshooting complex mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience performing electrical testing including insulation resistance, continuity, hi-pot, and grounding.
• Understanding of industrial electrical systems, heavy mechanical assembly, the Canadian Electrical Code (CSA C22.1), manufacturing drawings, and quality standards.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and assembly documentation.
• 1–3 years of experience serving as a Lead Hand, Charge Hand, or mentor within a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 23 kg.
• Ability to work safely on ladders and platforms in an active manufacturing environment.

Nice to have

• Red Seal certification as an Industrial Electrician or Industrial Mechanic/Millwright.
• Experience working with lithium-ion battery systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), electric vehicle technologies, or other renewable energy products.
• Experience participating in customer-witnessed Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Experience operating overhead cranes, forklifts, and other industrial lifting equipment.
• Experience supporting prototype builds, new product introduction (NPI), or manufacturing process development.

Benefits

• Employee equity
• RRSP matching program
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits through Manulife
• Paid time off
• Paid company closure between Christmas and New Year's
• Paid sick leave
• Company socials
• Wellness programs including weekly yoga/fitness
• Free EV charging on-site
• Weekly Tuesday dinner provided
• Coffee and snacks

About the company

Moment Energy repurposes large-format batteries into advanced battery energy storage systems. The company aims to build a world where clean power is abundant and affordable.