The Opportunity:We are currently seeking a
Maintenance Automation Technicianto join our production facility in Kitchener either on the Afternoon or Night Shift.The Incumbent of this role is a key player in keeping our Production and Maintenance Teams running efficiently, while ensuring we are able to meet customer requirements in a fast-paced, "just-in-time" environment. Cooperation with the Process Engineering, Production and Maintenance Teams is essential for this position.
While this is a straight Afternoon/Night Shift role at this time, Candidates must be flexible to work any/all shifts, daily/weekend overtime as required plus rotating on-call duties.Duties and Responsibilities- Identify safety concerns and repair unsafe conditions.
- Maintain assembly machines and equipment per established PM schedules. Suggest improvements to PM schedules (frequency and content) as applicable.
- Respond promptly to breakdowns and maintain process uptime through troubleshooting and repairs.
- Be actively involved in continuous improvement activities. Communicate opportunities for improvement through the appropriate channels.
- Document issues and repairs using the appropriate systems and forms.
- Support production equipment start-up and change-over as required.
- Assist in new equipment commissioning and start-up.
- Any other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements- Diploma in Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology - Automation & Robotics - or commensurate experience
- Working knowledge & experience with PLC-based equipment & machine logic
- Experience troubleshooting and repairing assembly equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot pneumatic, electric and mechanical equipment
- Ability to select and install sensors and other machine components
- Knowledge of and ability to use machining tools and equipment including powered & hand-held tools
- Ability to read, understand and update electrical, pneumatic and mechanical drawings for assembly machines and equipment
- Through understanding of machine guarding and other safety requirements
While not mandatory, preference will be given to those with:- Experience programming OMRON PLCs
- Working knowledge & experience installing & troubleshooting vision cameras/sensors
- Ability & willingness to complete Millwright Apprenticeship/Red Seal Certification
Job Details:Hourly Wage: $45.90 + night shift premium of $0.75/hour shift or afternoon shift premium of $0.50/hour
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Location: 100 Washburn Drive, Kitchener, Ontario (on-site)
Hours of Work: Night Shift: 11 pm - 7 am, Sunday night to Thursday Night
Afternoon shift: 3pm - 11pm Monday to Friday
Job Vacancy: This posting is to fill a current vacancy
Please note that we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in our candidate screening and recruitment process.
