Our client, an automotive tier one supplier requires a PLC / Manufacturing Engineering Technician to join their team. This position could lead to a full time direct position based on the candidates skill set and work ethic. Position reports directly to Plant Manager.NOTE:
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with manufacturing to maximize production and quality through continuous improvement of existing manufacturing processes and development of new process for new product launches
- Designing specialized jigs and fixtures
- Support product development through development of engineering design, analysis, and tests
- Work with manufacturing on machine set-up and programing to maximize production and quality on initial product runs
- Problem-solve with an experienced team (mechanical and controls engineering and skilled trades manufacturing), throughout the entire programming, tryout, and installation phases
- Analyze challenges involving machine design, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics and heat transfer
- Apply design standards (i.e. ASHRAE and ASM International) by using design software such as AutoCAD and RSlogix5000
- Lead training of PLC end-users at customer locations and represent utilizing results-driven problem-solving skills
- Focus on IATF standards; conduct internal IATF audits
- Work with quality department to verify quality of finished product before shipment
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Technician Certificate or Mechanical Engineering Technician Diploma. Certified Engineering Technologist designation an asset
- Minimum of Three (3) years of experience in PLC programming/editing/troubleshooting with Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000 in a automotive manufacturing required; JIT experience an asset
- Experience with Fanuc robotics
- Atlas Copco PF 6000 torque controller experience
- Time study experience
- JIT Production environment experience
- Production cell layout experience
- Knowledge of SolidWorks, AutoCAD and MasterCAM
- Team player with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- A proven ability to work well within a team-based work environment, prioritizing plans of action to accomplish objectives
- Problem solving skills with the ability to adapt and drive continuous improvement
- Project Management Experience
- Knowledge of control of non-conforming product and tagging procedures
- Experience working to plant KPIs
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- $70,000 - $90,000 / year depending on experience, Overtime eligible after 40 hours / week and potential for bonus
- Competitive comprehensive benefit plan including health, group RRSP with a company match, company lease programs, etc
MEDA offers an excellent referral bonus. Great candidates know great candidates
MEDA Limited is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of any of the protected reasons as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities, as described in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and granted to those that request assistance during our hiring process.
