As part of the mobilizing projectOn the road!from Propulsion Québec, several trades will be presented to you to introduce you to promising career opportunities within a rapidly growing industry. The electric and intelligent transportation sector is the field of the future in Quebec! Let’s learn a bit more about the operator trade. To do this, we went to meet the people of Blue Solutions Canada!
There are different occupational streams for operators in the electric and intelligent transportation industry. At Blue Solutions Canada, a company specializing in the design, development and commercialization of batteries for electric vehicles, there are 2 types of operator:assembly operatorsandspecialized operators.
Theassembly operatorensures the complete assembly of lithium batteries. He carries out the connection and installation of electronic components and adjusts parameters on high‑tech equipment (semi‑automated robots). Thespecialized operator, meanwhile, performs the preparation and mixing of raw materials for the manufacture of lithium batteries. He operates various production equipment such as the extruder and ensures material alignment and the adjustment of parameters on high‑tech equipment.
To work in this occupation, whether in one post or the other, you must show resourcefulness and proactivity. If your friends and family describe you as a perfectionist who cares about details, know that this is a fabulous quality for being a good operator! Obviously, if you have an interest in technology, innovation and R&D, and if you want to contribute to the mobility of tomorrow in your own way, this is a very interesting career opportunity for you. A happy operator is flexible, demonstrates rigor and versatility, has an exceptional sense of observation, is organized and has good manual dexterity.
Testimonials
Comments gathered from some employees at Blue Solutions Canada:
"What I love about my job is working with cutting‑edge technology, in a team and in a pleasant atmosphere!"
"I like knowing that I work for a forward‑looking company."
"What motivates me to come to work is that my work is important and recognized by my employer, and you feel important at Blue Solutions Canada."
Contributing to the mobility of tomorrow
Working at Blue Solutions Canada will allow you to actively contribute to the transport solutions of tomorrow and help create a greener world where it’s good to live. Here are some interesting facts about the company:
- It is the only company in the world to produce the LMP (Lithium Metal Polymer) battery;
- The LMP battery is entirely solid compared to batteries on the market (an all‑solid‑state battery);
- Research, development, design and production are done in Quebec – so it is a 100% Quebec product;
- The work environment is very safe, clean, well organized and quiet;
- One of their main clients is Daimler, the parent company of Mercedes‑Benz.
Brief job description
Theassembly operator performs various tasks, such as:
- Operate various high‑tech equipment;
- Adjust equipment parameters according to work instructions;
- Prepare equipment for work;
- Assemble and inspect electronic components;
- Crimp covers, fill and perform leak tests;
- Install and validate electronic boards;
- Carry out the wiring of high‑voltage packs.
Thespecialized operator performs the following specific tasks:
- Operate various production equipment;
- Align materials and adjust equipment parameters according to work instructions;
- Check and inspect product quality in accordance with standards;
- Handle and store materials and products.
Some functions are part of the daily routine of both types of positions, namely:
- Complete reports;
- Make observations and recommendations relevant to product improvement;
- Attend production meetings;
- Carry out work in compliance with health and safety instructions at work;
- Prepare and clean machinery according to the specifics of the equipment;
- Positively participate in other tasks requested in connection with the job.
Training required to practice this profession
For anassembly operator, hiring a candidate is based on 2 to 5 years of experience in an industrial environment and on high‑precision equipment. However, a high school diploma is required. For aspecialized operator, a college diploma (DEC), a college studies attestation (AEC) or a vocational diploma (DEP) in chemistry, plastics processing, metallurgy, production equipment operations or a related discipline is required.
About Blue Solutions
Step into a 100% electric world! A subsidiary of Groupe Bolloré, which ranks among the top 500 global groups, Blue Solutions Canada represents more than 300 researchers, engineers and technicians producing high‑tech batteries at two production sites located in Brittany and in Canada. Our company relies on its expertise to design, develop and commercialize complete solutions for production, storage and intelligent energy management. Our batteries are used in mobile applications (cars, buses, trams) as well as in stationary applications to power cities.
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This partner content was produced as part of the En route! project – The career destination for electric and intelligent transportation.
