automation technician

Education

• College / CEGEP
• or equivalent experience

Work site environment

• Noisy
• Hot

Work setting

• Plastic products manufacturers
• Plastic products manufacturing company
• Plastics manufacturing
• Industrial equipment and automation manufacturing

Tasks

• Install machinery
• Repair and maintain machinery
• Test machines and equipment
• Tend robotic equipment
• Perform routine maintenance
• Instruct technicians and students
• Ensure compliance with government regulations
• Develop manufacturing and processing procedures
• Develop and conduct production, inventory and quality assurance programs
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations
• Assist in preparing estimates, schedules, specifications and reports
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records
• Operate machinery
• Ensure safety procedures are followed
• Robotic process automation
• Set machine or equipment controls
• Inspect processes

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people
• 3-4 people
• 5-10 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• Programming languages
• Lean Six Sigma

Welding techniques

• Robotic equipment and systems

Metal mould-making experience

• Injection moulds

Area of work experience

• International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

Area of specialization

• Machinery and components
• Industrial robotics
• Mechanical engineering technology

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Own tools / equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Equipment
• Safety glasses / goggles

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Employment terms options

• Shift

Experience

• 5 years or more

Employment terms options

• Weekend

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Other benefits

• Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)