Automation Technician

Automation Technician

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will serve as a plant resource for line improvements, line automation, realignment of product flow equipment and machinery in conjunction with Engineering and Maintenance.

About Skyjack

Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985, and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry. As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry.

Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjack' s safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees. Learn more about how you can become a part of the Skyjack team and align yourself with other motivated and engaged professionals.

Key Accountabilities

• Work with manufacturing engineer, project engineers, and program managers, set up personnel and maintenance departments to reduce costs and remove non-value added material from productions lines
• Work with program managers and project engineers at the APQP stage of a program start-up
• Troubleshoot process automation problems
• Work with engineering following PPAP approval in resolving non-value added processes
• Work in design stage of processes both for start-up and current production projects
• Perform root cause analysis failure
• Perform periodically Plc and program backup and maintain Plc program database

Minimum Requirements

• Completed three year program in electrical or mechanical technology
• Trade license in Industrial Electrical Maintenance (442A)
• Five or more years' experience in CNC and robotic repair/programming
• Understanding of electrical schematic diagrams, blueprints and pneumatic/hydraulic systems
• Knowledge of advanced PLC programming including Allan Bradley, ControlLogix/RS Logix, Siemens S7, and Fanuc
• Knowledge of robot system such as ABB and Motoman
• Basic knowledge of computer networking, Ethernet connections, TCP/IP protocol

Desired Characteristics

• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Able to communicate and interact with a wide range of individuals, including production workers, supervisors and engineering personal
• Ability to work all rotating shifts
• Ability to work overtime as required

Why Linamar

• Opportunities for career advancement
• Assistance with approved professional designations and fees
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities
• Social committees and sports teams
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts

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.