About Us

The Hacksmith team is made up of outside-the-box thinkers who take fictional ideas from comics, movies, and video games and make real working prototypes. We make Viral Videos of our creations on YouTube, and in doing so make dreams a reality by building real life superhero tech; as seen in our channel trailer! We take pride in inspiring youth around the world to get into STEM and other related fields, while always dreaming bigger. 

Our social media reach is as follows:

YouTube: 15.3M subscribers

Facebook: 1.9M likes 

Instagram: 1M followers

Tiktok: 1.9M followers 

We are looking for a passionate, self motivated individual who can identify problems and solve them independently. There will be ample opportunity to take on greater responsibility, overcome challenges, and meaningfully contribute to the team.

About the Role

Join Hacksmith as an Assembly and Quality Control (QC) Technician and help turn fictional ideas into real, working prototypes! You’ll be hands-on assembling components, inspecting parts for precision, and ensuring every product meets our high standards. This role combines attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving in a fast-paced, creative environment.

What You’ll Do

1. Assembly

• Following detailed specifications and blueprints to assemble products. 
• Using hand tools, power tools, and other manufacturing equipment. 
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area. 
• May involve setting up and operating production equipment. 
• Packaging fully assembled products 

1. Quality Control

• Inspecting components, sub-assemblies, and finished products. 
• Comparing products against specifications and standards. 
• Using measuring instruments like calipers and micrometers. 
• Identifying defects and non-conformities. 
• Reporting and documenting inspection results. 
• May involve minor adjustments or repairs to products. 

1. General

• Following safety protocols and procedures. 
• Collaborating with team members to resolve issues. 
• Contributing to process improvement initiatives. 
• Potentially maintaining and calibrating equipment. 
• Keeping accurate records of production and quality data.

About You

The Assembly and QC personnel will be highly skilled professionals, possessing excellent attention to detail and strong mechanical aptitude. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and a commitment to maintaining high standards. Key responsibilities include assembling components, conducting inspections, identifying defects, and contributing to process improvements.

What We’re Looking For

• 1+ years of Quality Control experience and/or some schooling
• Good working knowledge of measuring tools and drawing
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve effectively and efficiently
• Strong eye for detail and record keeping
• Experience in assembly would be an asset, but not mandatory
• Experience with CNC Operations would be an asset, but not mandatory

Bonus Points For

• Experience in a startup environment 
• High Volume work experience 
• Experience in a factory or shop environment

Why Join Us?

• Gourmet meal every work day (we have a very skilled chef on staff) 
• Snacks and coffee to keep you fueled
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Gym membership benefit
• Safety shoe allowance

You must be legally allowed to work in Canada and be local or willing to relocate. This role is based in Cambridge, Ontario and telecommuting is not an option. 

Salary Range: 

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour depending on experience.