Machine Set Up Technician

About Us: Signature Precision Fabrication Ltd. is renowned for our expertise in all our chosen types of metal working. Our customers rely on our ability to fabricate high quality, close tolerance parts and ship on-time at a competitive price.

The Role: The primary role of the Set-up Technician is to set up robotic cells, specialized equipment, CNC machines, Saws, Presses, and Custom assembly work cells throughout the plant. This position will be required to conduct first-off runs, create set up master sheets, and log machine/process parameters, along with assisting in the maintenance of production equipment and plant facilities.

Responsibilities: As a key player in our team, you will play a crucial role in:

- ­ Changeover and setup of diverse Machinery

- ­ Monitor machine processes and adjust as per production needs

- ­ Program and run CNC machines

- ­ Perform Preventive maintenance of production equipment and assist in maintenance of machinery / equipment

- ­ Build and maintain production fixtures and tools on an as needed basis

- ­ Employee development and training

Skills and Abilities Needed:

- ­ A strong mechanical aptitude

- ­ Ability to Operate fork-lifts and lifting equipment to move machinery and extrusions

- ­ Ability to read and understand blueprints capable of creating shop drawings to communicate technical details for fabrication

- ­ Ability to accurately use measurement equipment

- ­ Ability to write routine production reports

- ­ A minimum of 5-7 years of related work experience is needed to effectively perform the job’s responsibilities

- ­ Experience with set up and troubleshooting of various machines

- ­ Experience using various forms of measuring equipment

- ­ Hands-on experience working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems

- ­ Experience and understanding of machining and fabrication processes.

Education Requirements:

- ­ Highschool diploma required

- ­ Post-secondary Education in relevant field preferred

Physical Effort/Working Conditions

- ­ Bi-Weekly rotational shift between day shift (6:45am-3:00pm) and afternoon shift (2:45pm-3:00pm)

- ­ Regular lifting, bending, and handling of parts up to and above shoulder height

- ­ Primarily on feet throughout the day

- ­ Industrial environment

- ­ Frequent use of forklifts or heavy equipment

Location:

114 Industrial Drive, Whitby

This position is required to be onsite full time

While we thank all those that applied, only those under consideration will be contacted.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act 2005 and SPF's Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Policy, accommodations will be provided during all parts of the hiring process. Applicants are asked to kindly provide your accommodation needs in advance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $26.50 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress

- Company events

- Dental care

- Employee assistance program

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- On-site parking

- Paid time off

- RRSP match

- Tuition reimbursement

- Vision care

- Wellness program

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Whitby, ON L1N 5Z8: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

- Are you able to work a bi-weekly rotation between day shift (6:45am-3:00pm) and afternoon shift (2:45pm-11:00pm)?

Education:

- Secondary School (required)

Work Location: In person