Automation Technician

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Responsibilities :

• Program, debug and commission automation system, during the system integration stage and then perform a runoff of automated equipment.
• Test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision and laser system.
• Act as a plant resource for line improvements, line automation, realignment of product flow equipment and machinery in conjunction with Engineering and Maintenance.
• Complete design parameter of the automation to the level of resources able at the plant level.
• Work with Engineers for all phases of design, maintenance, and inspection to meet the time requirements; provide technical support and services and plan upcoming activities and to update projects.
• Work with program managers and project engineers at the APQP stage of a program start-up.
• Work with engineering following PPAP approval in resolving non-value-added processes.
• Evaluate the condition of new and damaged mechanical equipment and make recommendations for repair or replacement.
• Plan assigned work in an efficient method to minimize machine downtime while ensuring line productively, and employee safety is maintained.
• Troubleshoot process automation problems.
• Perform regular housekeeping duties. Updated and controlled PLC program data base.
• Perform periodically PLC and program backup.
• Maintain equipment documentation updates.
• Have knowledge of CSA, OSHA, and Electrical Safety Code.
• Work within Quality standards, procedures, and requirements.
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.
• Must be willing to work all shifts.

Qualifications :

What Linamar Has To Offer

Locations :

Autocom Mfg. 375 Massey Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K1B2

Camcor Mfg. 150 Arrow Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1T4

Camtac Mfg. 148 Arrow Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1T4

Cemtol Mfg. 41 Minto Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1A9

Comtech Mfg. 355 Silvercreek Parkway North, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1E6

Corvex Mfg. 12 Independence Place, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1H8

Eston Mfg. 277 Silvercreek Parkway North, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1E6

Exkor Manufacturing 3590 Valtec Court, Windsor, ON, Canada, N8N 5E6

Hastech Mfg. 301 Massey Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1B2

Linamar Gear 32 Independence Place, Guelph, ON, Canada, N1K 1H8

Linamar Innovation HUB 750 Woodlawn Road W, Guelph, ON N1K 1G4

Linamar Performance Center, 30 Minto Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1H5

Linergy Mfg. 87 Campbell Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1B9

Linex Mfg. 355 Massey Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1B2

LPP Manufacturing Inc. 347 Silvercreek Parkway North, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1E6

PowerCor Mfg. 545 Elmira Road North, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1C2

Quadrad Mfg. 30 Malcolm Road, Guelph, ON, Canada, N1K 1A9

Roctel Mfg. 415 Elmira Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1H3

Skyjack Inc. Plant 1, 55 Campbell Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1B9

Skyjack Inc. Plant 2, 201 Woodlawn Road West, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1B8

Spinic Mfg. 285 Massey Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1H3

The Frank Hasenfratz Centre of Excellence 700 Woodlawn Road W, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1G4

Transgear Mfg. 400 Massey Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1K 1C4

Traxle Mfg. 280 Speedvale Ave West, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1C4

Vehcom Manufacturing 74 Campbell Road, Guelph, ON, Canada N1H 1C1

Wage :  $30.67 - $39.00

Wages will be reviewed annually in accordance with the company’s performance management program.

Hours :  40 hours per week + overtime

Overtime :  Paid at time and one half after 40 hours

Shift Premium :  $1.00 per hour for afternoon and night shifts

Stepping Stool Bonus :  Eligible for 0-3% of base earnings, paid out 45 days after each

Quarter closes. Waiting period applies.

Benefits :  Safety Shoes, Safety Eye Protection, Hearing Protection, Tooling Allowance, Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Extended Health, Vision Care, Dental, Drug, Pension and Health Spending Account. Waiting periods and restrictions apply.

Signing Bonus : $1,500.00

Language :  English

Number of Positions :  95

Successful candidate may apply online at linamar.com / careers  to Req#4178.

Only  qualified candidates will be considered.

Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.

Job Requirements :