Automation Technician

We are seeking a skilled and experienced automation technician to join our team! This position works in conjunction with various departments.

What We Have To Offer:

- Straight days (some flexibility required to support production on second shift at times)

- Company matched RPP

- Profit Sharing

- Group benefits including dental, vision, drug and extended health coverage

- Short term and long term disability coverage

- Tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

- Program and troubleshoot robots (ABB-Studio Robot)

- Train operators to run robots

- Participate in root cause analysis to identify and address failures

- Perform scheduled backups of PLC (Omron) and Robotic programs

- Understand and execute assigned work efficiently to minimize machine downtime

- Identify, implement and administer opportunities for Continuous Improvement

- Joint Health and Safety Committee Leader (hold bi-monthly JHSC meetings, prepare agenda and record minutes)

- Work with Production and Tooling Managers on production issues with new products and assist Sales as needed on potential new jobs when onboarding

- Lead APQP team and ensure facility meets the requirements of our quality system with respect to

Qualifications

- Minimum 3+ years in manufacturing environment an asset

- Experience in PLC and robotic repair/programming

- Understanding of electrical/electronic schematic diagrams and blueprints

- Knowledge of PLC programming including Allan Bradley, Omron

- Knowledge of robotic systems (ABB)

- Computer skills (Word, Excel, ERP)

- Completion of a post secondary program in electrical or mechanical technology (or equivalent)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Company events

- Company pension

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision care

Work Location: In person