POSITION SUMMARY
The Robotic Technician will be responsible to install, maintain, troubleshoot, upgrade, overhaul, and repair production robots as well as electrical and mechanical components and equipment. This may include technical support related to process manufacturing equipment and building or manufacturing infrastructure. The focus of the position is to maintain and enhance our robot cells (Kuka & Fanuc). The goal is to enhance the electrical safety for personnel and equipment while maximizing process production within the means provided and abiding by the laws of the land pertaining to Electrical Codes. The Robot Technician may also be required to assist with breakdowns and preventative maintenance in the extrusion or manual assembly areas.
As a Maintenance Robot Technician you can expect:
- Compensation Range: $30.00/hr - $33.00/hr
- RRSP Program
- Dental Care
- Extended Health Care
- Life Insuranc
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company Events
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store Discount
- Wellness Program
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform tasks as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Perform tasks as directed within the scope of the Electrical Safety Code of Ontario.
- Perform tasks as trained by Corporate Safety Policies (i.e. lock out tag out) as well as following all other relevant safety procedures (i.e. arc flash procedures) to ensure your safety as well as the safety of co-workers.
- Utilize equipment tools, materials, and best practices to fulfill the required tasks at hand in the most effective way possible.
- Upgrade personal training accreditations to match the skill requirements necessary for the tasks at hand (i.e. man lift training).
- Maintains time, work order, material, equipment, and other electronic shop records.
- Support personnel requiring Maintenance skills to complete the tasks at hand.
- Responds to emergency situations to ensure continuity of operations.
- Communicate with Supervisor and fellow Support Staff.
- Utilize the information provided including the Electrical Safety Code.
- Utilize the tools provided and maintain the functionality of the tools.
- Utilize computers to generate reports, and communicate with PLC, HMI, VFD, and networks.
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance.
- Debug production issues.
- Upgrade infrastructure and equipment processes.
- Protect self and others.
EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Completion of a 2 year college program with emphasis on robotics and PLCs
- 1- 2 years of related work experience in a Canadian manufacturing environment.
- Hands-on experience with predictive and preventive maintenance practices.
- Hands-on experience with power, control, and communication systems and circuits.
- Practical experience with Fanuc & Kuka robot systems- touchups, recoveries, and troubleshooting is an asset.
- Practical experience with Allen-Bradley & Omron PLCs- edits and troubleshooting is an asset.
- Practical experience with Allen-Bradley & Maple HMIs- creating, editing and troubleshooting runtimes is an asset.
- High level of analytical ability.
- High level of interpersonal/communication skills to work effectively with others.
- Knowledge of and ability to ensure a safe industrial work environment.
- Computer skills.
- Time management and organizational skills.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers to handle, hold, or feel; and able to communicate effectively.
- Manual dexterity and stamina to perform repetitive tasks
- Ability to effectively read and interpret flow charts
- Strong hand-eye coordination
- Combination of repetitive pushing, pulling, bending, lifting, twisting
- The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
- The employee is regularly required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and occasionally may maneuver up to 60 pounds.
- Ability to work in high noise areas (hearing protective equipment required at all times in plant).
- Specific vision abilities required by this job may include but are not limited to close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
- Must be willing to work some overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
The work environment and physical demands detailed above are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
