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Position Type: | Full-time |
Location: | London, Ontario |
Date Posted: | Feb 04, 2016 |
Experience: | 5 Years |
Education: | College Diploma (2 years) |
Job Description
Our client, an auto parts manufacturer in the North London, Ontario area is looking to add a qualified Robotic Technician to their team. It is a newly created role based on company growth.
Major Responsibilities of Position
- To supervise and manage Robotic Systems on existing and incoming machinery
- Support personnel from maintenance/engineering and other teams in resolving issues with equipment in order to facilitate production and promote continuous improvements.
- Developing and Implementing Robotic solutions to achieve greatest productivity in integrated cells, relating to the production and quality assurance of parts, information systems and equipment documentation.
- Troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics and or pneumatics.
- Maintain service records of robotic equipment and automated production systems.
- Disassemble and reassess replacement of sensors, servomotors, robot harness and robots.
- Maintain service records and drawings of systems.
- Document robotics test procedures and results.
- Install, program, or repair robot controllers and end-of-arm tooling.
- Develop robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Assist Engineers/Engineering in the design, configuration or application of robotic systems.
- Install new robotic systems and support implementation
- Investigation and development of new technologies. Continually improving machine up time and operability. Supporting all teams within the manufacturing facility, providing technical expertise and demonstrating leadership.
- Upgrade and update equipment drawings and robot program files.
- Performing risk analysis.
- Work with Engineers/Engineering to ensure that equipment has proper safety documentation (PSHSR, manuals etc.)
- Implement and upgrade safety controls (Safety over Ethernet)
- Panel documentation/labeling, and tracking of changes up to date. Controls new technology training for maintenance. Cohesiveness in maintenance i.e. projects, going in same direction. PDR/Health & Safety sign offs done in conjunction with outside Engineers.
- Rewrite existing robot/automation specifications to useable format for vendor quotations and in-house use. Continuous maintenance of specification is a requirement.
- Work with purchasing to properly implement new stock and remove obsolete stock items. Amend PLEX to ensure all uses of components are accounted for, not just the original use.
- Maintain inventories of production supplies such as sensors and cables.
- Other duties as required, including special projects as they arise.
- Approval of contractor invoices relating to controls work.
Educational and Certification Background
1 | Technologist Classification, Bachelors of Engineering or a Technical Diploma or Certification | Essential |
2 | 5+ years of experience with machine controls design, robotic controls, and programming (Motoman and Allan Bradley) | Essential |
3 | Industrial Electrical Apprenticeship (OTAB #442) Electrician | An Asset |
4 | Skilled Trades License Industrial Millwright/Industrial Electrician | An asset |
Personal Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes):
- Background in robotic controls, machine controls design, and programming
- Must be willing to work “hands on” in the manufacturing area, be highly motivated, be able to work independently and as part of a team with flexible hours
- Strong understanding in Production and troubleshooting an asset
- Must show strong interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills, leadership skills, initiative, self-discipline, computer skills (Timeline would be an asset), and time management skills
- Experience with Fanuc Robots is an asset
- Significant project management experience
- Flexible in scheduling and “on call” availability
- Supply hand tools to perform various job tasks
- Be familiar with the OH&S Act and Regulations
- Excellent Communication skills, both oral and written.
- Knowledge and adherence to relevant procedures and legislation.
- Ability to Travel.
Qualified Applicants please submit your resume in Word format ASAP to steve.elliott@expresspros.com