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Conduct studies and develop and supervise programs to achieve the best use of equipment, human resources, technology, materials and procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity. Provide support in the design, fabrication, modification and evaluation of manufacturing operations such as machining, metal forming, welding/brazing, assembly and material handling. May develop sequence of operations, estimate time requirements for each, and prepare operation sheets.  Act as a resource to assist and troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues. May assign work to drafters and technicians, technical writers, engineering technicians, and machine operators as required.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

·        Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements in the facility’s geographic location and:

·        The Global Operating System Plays;

·        OHSAS 18001: Health and Safety management system standard;

·        ISO 14001: Environmental Management system standard;

·        TS 16949 Technical Specification Management and Linamar Quality Basics system standards.

Support, Foster, Promote and Demonstrate Linamar’s Core Values and Leadership Behaviors.

Maintain balance between customer, employee and financial satisfaction by maximizing facility/department Performance Indicators to align to Linamar’s Stepping Stool of Success Strategy.

Support and maintain department lean initiatives as set out in LPS system requirements.

·        Maintain department 5S requirements.

Work with production planning to set shop priorities and ensure all required tools and documentation required in the plant for production run jobs are available.

Investigate and monitor new machinery and equipment and recommend or select efficient combinations.

Conduct time studies to optimize cycle counts of existing processes.

Assist in defining the plant lay-out and enhance ergonomic requirements by establishing programs and conducting studies. 

Planning and executing of projects related to new and pre-existing production lines, improvements, upgrades, layouts and new equipment related to machining or assembly.

Attend Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).

Recognize and resolve tooling related difficulties with existing and new projects while working with the manufacturing support staff.

Interface with suppliers of raw material and tools to establish engineering requirements for start of production.

Investigate and find resolution of specific processing problems for assigned projects/parts.

Conduct studies of the reliability and performance of plant facilities and production or administrative systems.

Develop and review all processes and operator instructions to ensure accuracy and conformance to actual procedures, revise as needed.

Participate in corrective action to meet ongoing cost, quality and delivery.

Lead development of process flows, process sheets, FMEA’s, and control plans.

Ensure the process is capable of producing parts to print specifications.

Recognize and resolve process related difficulties with current and future projects.

Participate in Customer Focus meetings.

Assist in the preparation of quotations

Assist in training shop floor personnel in machine set-up, equipment operation and best practices.

Adhere to TS16949 and applicable customer standards.

Credentials

·        A university degree or diploma in engineering or equivalent.

·        Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of Professional Engineers (P.Eng.) would be an asset.

Desired Characteristics

The ideal candidate will exhibit the following characteristics.

A minimum of five years of experience in a machining or manufacturing environment.

Knowledge/ work experience with machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, CNC and special purpose equipment.

Ability to write comprehensive entries into technical log books which are then used as reference documents.

Discuss daily production with plant operators and maintenance staff.

Ability to evaluate the ability of current building systems to address increased demands from plant operations.

Experience with risk analysis and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).

Review scale drawings to ensure the proposed designs satisfy the clients' requirements and comply with manufacturing capabilities.

Ability to take precise measurements using specialized equipment and techniques.

Collect data and develop statistics to describe equipment and system functionality. Estimate durations of development, fabrication, construction and repair tasks.

Determine which materials and equipment to use for projects and decide the appropriate codes and standards to apply when completing these projects.

Contact suppliers to verify product availability, obtain equipment specifications and negotiate timely deliveries. Interact with others such as supervisors or managers for advice and direction, to discuss work and provide updates.

Coordinate and integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects. Assume project management roles to co-ordinate the involvement of other engineers, contractors, technicians and suppliers.

Interact with technicians or technologists for tasks such as creating scale drawings, preparing specifications, writing proposals and developing plant maintenance schedules.

Proficient with Microsoft Office and CAD applications. Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining i.e. Microsoft Office including Project, AutoCAD, SolidWorks).

What Linamar Has to Offer

·        Opportunities for career advancement.

·        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.

Responsible to perform PSAs (Potential Supplier Audits), responsible to close out PSA audit short falls.  Responsible to manage the APQP process to support program launches.  Responsible to develop and continually improve our Engineering Feasibility documents to include lessons learned by commodity/component.  Support supply crisis situations related to capacity and quality.  Responsible to develop and improve our current suppliers.

This is an in-office position.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

• Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements in the facility’s geographic location and:
• The Global Operating System Plays;
• OHSAS 18001:2007 Health and Safety Management system standard;
• ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System standard;
• IATF/TS16949 Technical Specification Management and Linamar Quality Basics System standards.
• Support, Foster, Promote and Demonstrate Linamar’s Core Values and Leadership Behaviors.
• Maintain balance between customer, employee, and financial satisfaction by maximizing facility/department Performance Indicators (Linamar Supplier Scorecard System).
• Supply Management including APQP, Launch, PSA’s and crisis management.
• Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers to ensure program requirements are met.
• Interpret regulatory quality documents in order to apply them to manufacturing and quality systems.
• Be actively involved in quality planning of the supply base (Control Plans, APQP, FMEA, PPAP, MSA).
• Identify gauging methods required for the supplier to ensure quality requirements are met.
• Participate & lead in APQP meetings.
• Initiate and participate in 8D Problem solving meetings with suppliers.
• Review accuracy of process documentation and update as required.
• Supplier development activities (Prototype running, pre-production process analysis, run at rate on site, early containment evaluation, process production release).
• Part Readiness follow up and support.
• Safe launch assurance and/or red launch follow up and solution.
• Follow up on lessons learned matrix and read across, ensure added to engineering feasibilities by commodity/component.
• Willingness to travel as needed, including internationally.

Credentials

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or related engineering discipline is required.

Desired Characteristics

• Five to seven years of related experience.
• Experience with risk analysis and problem failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) for automotive products.
• Experience in writing and executing engineering test protocols.  Write quality assurance reports that describe manufacturing problems, corrective actions taken, and preventative measures needed.  Proposals are usually written for non-technical audiences such as clients and management.
• Ability to make presentations to senior management during annual meetings to provide an overview of areas such as product costing, maintenance and equipment failures which need to be considered when planning for the coming year.
• Read operating and quality assurance reports to understand technical and operational information about facilities, processes, and equipment.
• Experience in drawing interpretations and geometric dimensional tolerancing.  Knowledge and experience in gauging methods, calibration, and gauge R&R’s.  Ability to take precise measurements using specialized equipment and techniques.
• Lead and co-ordinate project teams which include other engineers, technologists, clients, and contractors when designing, developing, and building products or facilities.
• Proficient with MS Office and CAD applications. Familiar with material processes and IATF/TS16949 standards.  Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing, and machining.
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.  Conduct self-directed studies by reading journals and trade publications.  Must be aware of new technologies and advances in the engineering field.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• 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.

The Data Engineer, Intermediate position will be involved in designing, developing, and maintaining data pipelines and ensuring data quality and integrity across various systems.

Responsibility

• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines using data factory.
• Manage and optimize SQL data warehouse solutions.
• Implement and maintain master data services to ensure data consistency and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver solutions.
• Develop and maintain Power BI reports and dashboards (preferred).
• Ensure data security and compliance with company policies and industry standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• A degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

The Quality Engineer, Senior position, under general direction, is responsible for performing complex inspections and set quality standards for both in-process and finished products and materials. Primarily accountable for working with quality inspection supervisors to train and oversee inspectors in their use of control forms, procedures, and correcting quality problems. In addition, develop methods for testing, sampling and training and evaluating production making recommending improvements. This position may provide technical leadership and assist in training less skilled engineers.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers to ensure all quality requirements are met.

· Interpret regulatory quality documents in order to apply them to manufacturing and quality systems.

· Be actively involved in quality planning (Control Plans, APQP, FMEA, PPAP, Gauging).

· Identify gauging methods, quote, purchase and implement related systems.

· Participate in Customer Focus meetings.

· Initiate and participate in 8D Problem solving meetings with customers, suppliers or internal.

· Review accuracy of process documentation and update as needed.

· Write quality assurance reports describing manufacturing problems, corrective actions taken and preventative measures needed.

· Ability to make presentations to senior management during annual meetings.

· Assess suitability of candidates for specific positions.

· Read operating and quality assurance reports to understand technical and operational information about facilities, processes and equipment.

· Direct and coordinate project teams which include other engineers, technologists, clients and contractors when designing, developing and building products or facilities.

· Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.

Credentials

· Post-Secondary education in Engineering or related engineering discipline.

· Minimum five years of related previous experience.

· Experience with risk analysis and problem failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) for automotive products.

· Familiarity in writing and executing engineering test protocols.

· Experience in drawing interpretations and geometric dimensional tolerancing.

· Working knowledge in gauging methods, calibration, and gauge R and R’s.

· Ability to take precise measurements using specialized equipment and techniques.

· Proficient with MS Office and CAD applications.

· Familiar with material processes and TS16949 standards.

· Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· 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.

As Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly at PowerCor Manufacturing, you will play a key role in optimizing our manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality and efficiency.  You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, develops innovative solutions, and implement process enhancements that drive operational excellence.  This position will primarily be on the shop floor working hands-on on the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work directly on the shop floor to troubleshoot issues, implement changes and execute process improvements
• Address and resolve manufacturing issues in real-time, including equipment malfunctions, process deviations, and quality concerns
• Implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce waste/rejects, and minimize downtime/cycle time
• Utilize data analysis techniques to identify trends, troubleshoot issues and make data driven decisions to optimize manufacturing processes
• Lead root cause analysis investigations to address process deviations, quality issues and equipment failures
• Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow diagrams
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel to ensure proper execution of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of Pneumatics/Hydraulics, Assembly Concepts/Tooling/Fixturing 
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, and quality to ensure seamless integration of process improvements

Qualifications

• A post-secondary Engineering degree, diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of hands-on experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in an automated assembly environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and drawings
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to addressing and resolving manufacturing challenges
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Machine design mentality, SolidWorks proficiency and GD&T knowledge are assets.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and challenges
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as needed

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement
• 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.

The Engineer - Process position will be responsible for determining the operations for fabrication and assembly of products by reviewing parts drawings, specifications, and other engineering data. Primarily accountable for planning, scheduling, conducting, or coordinating phases of major engineering projects in addition to developing sequence of operations, estimate time requirements for each, and prepare operation sheets.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

 400 Massey Road, Guelph, Ontario, N1K 1C4, CA

• Work with production planning to set shop priorities and ensure all necessary tools and documentation needed in the plant are available.
• Attend Advance Quality Planning meetings to finalize design of required fixtures and tooling.
• Interface with suppliers of raw material and tools to establish engineering requirements for start of production.
• Investigate and find resolution of specific processing problems for assigned projects and parts.
• Prepare quotations for new jobs, including material and processing costs, tooling, gauges and capital investment costs if required.
• Participate in productivity improvement investigations.
• Conduct time studies.
• Maintain ongoing process control through quality troubleshooting and process improvement investigation.
• Regular review of all processes and operator instructions for assigned customers to ensure accuracy and conformance to actual procedures.
• Collect data and develop statistics to describe equipment and system functionality.
• Estimate durations of development, fabrication, construction and repair tasks.
• Define which materials and equipment to use for projects and select appropriate codes.
• Complete work order and change work order forms to notify key parties about projects.
• Assume project management roles to co-ordinate the involvement of other engineers, contractors, technicians and suppliers.

Credentials

• Post-Secondary education in Engineering or Equivalent.
• Minimum three years of related experience.
• Knowledge/work experience in machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, CNC and Special purpose machines.
• Working knowledge of ISO-TS16949 and ISO 14001, and with mechanical blueprint interpretation including GD and T.
• Good computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining (i.e. AutoCAD, CAD/CAM and SolidWorks).

Desired Characteristics

• Able to interact with supervisors or managers and integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects.
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• 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.

As Assembly Manufacturing Engineer at PowerCor Manufacturing, you will play a key role in optimizing our manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality and efficiency.  You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement, develops innovative solutions, and implement process enhancements that drive operational excellence. 

Responsibilities

• Work directly on the shop floor to troubleshoot issues, implement changes and execute process improvements
• Address and resolve manufacturing issues in real-time, including equipment malfunctions, process deviations, and quality concerns
• Implement process improvements to enhance productivity, reduce waste/rejects, and minimize downtime/cycle time
• Utilize data analysis techniques to identify trends, troubleshoot issues and make data driven decisions to optimize manufacturing processes
• Lead root cause analysis investigations to address process deviations, quality issues and equipment failures
• Create and maintain detailed process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow diagrams
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel to ensure proper execution of manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of Pneumatics/Hydraulics, Assembly Concepts/Tooling/Fixturing 
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, maintenance, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of process improvements

Qualifications

• A post-secondary Engineering degree, diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing engineering role
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and tools
• Excellent troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to addressing and resolving manufacturing challenges
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Machine design mentality, SolidWorks proficiency and GD&T knowledge are assets.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities and challenges

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement
• 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.

Engineer – Manufacturing, Junior - 6 month contract

The Engineer – Manufacturing, Junior position will be responsible for working with production planning

to set shop priorities and ensure all tools and documentation necessary in the plant for production run

jobs are available.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

· Investigate and monitor new machinery and equipment and recommend or select efficient combinations.

· Conduct time studies to optimize cycle counts of existing processes.

· Assist in defining the plant layout and enhance ergonomic standards by establishing programs and conducting studies.

· Planning and executing of projects related to new and pre-existing production lines, improvements, upgrades, layouts, and new equipment related to machining or assembly.

· Attend Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).

· Recognize and resolve tooling related difficulties.

· Interface with suppliers of raw materials and tools.

· Investigate and find resolution of specific processing problems for assigned projects/parts.

· Conduct studies of the reliability and performance of plant facilities and productions or administrative systems.

· Develop and review all processes and operator instructions to endure accuracy and conformance to actual procedures; revise as needed.

· Participate in corrective action to meet ongoing cost, quality, and delivery.

· Direct development of process flows, process sheets, FMEA’s, and control plans.

· Ensure the process is capable of producing parts in print specifications.

· Recognize and resolve process related difficulties with current and future projects.

· Assist in the preparations of quotations

· Participate in Customer Focus Meetings

· Assist in training shop floor personnel in machine set-up, equipment operations, and best practices.

· Adhere to TS16949 and applicable customer standards.

· Ability to discuss daily production with plant operators and maintenance staff.

· Ability to evaluate the ability of current building systems to address increased demands from plant operations.

· Estimate durations of development, fabrication, construction, and repair tasks.

· Ability to select materials and equipment to use for projects and decide appropriate codes.

Credentials

· Post-Secondary Education in Engineering or related discipline.

· Licensing by a provincial or territorial association of Professional Engineers (P.Eng.) considered an asset.

· Minimum of one years of experience in a machining or manufacturing environment.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office and CAD applications.

· Ability to write comprehensive entries into technical log books.

· Experience with risk analysis and failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA).

· Ability to review scale drawings.

· Ability to take precise measurements using specialized equipment and techniques.

· Ability to coordinate and integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects.

Desired Characteristics

· Ability to work in a team setting environment for tasks such as creating scale drawings, preparing specifications, writing proposals and developing plant maintenance schedules.

· Possess excellent diagnostic skills.

· Excellent interpersonal skills in order to effectively communicate with suppliers, supervisors and managers.

What Linamar Has To Offer

· Opportunities for career advancement.

· 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.

The Engineer - Process position will be responsible for determining the operations for fabrication and assembly of products by reviewing parts drawings, specifications, and other engineering data. Primarily accountable for planning, scheduling, conducting, or coordinating phases of major engineering projects in addition to developing sequence of operations, estimate time requirements for each, and prepare operation sheets.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

• Work with production planning to set shop priorities and ensure all necessary tools and documentation needed in the plant are available.
• Attend Advance Quality Planning meetings to finalize design of required fixtures and tooling.
• Interface with suppliers of raw material and tools to establish engineering requirements for start of production.
• Investigate and find resolution of specific processing problems for assigned projects and parts.
• Prepare quotations for new jobs, including material and processing costs, tooling, gauges and capital investment costs if required.
• Participate in productivity improvement investigations.
• Conduct time studies.
• Maintain ongoing process control through quality troubleshooting and process improvement investigation.
• Regular review of all processes and operator instructions for assigned customers to ensure accuracy and conformance to actual procedures.
• Collect data and develop statistics to describe equipment and system functionality.
• Estimate durations of development, fabrication, construction and repair tasks.
• Define which materials and equipment to use for projects and select appropriate codes.
• Complete work order and change work order forms to notify key parties about projects.
• Assume project management roles to co-ordinate the involvement of other engineers, contractors, technicians and suppliers.

Credentials

• Post-Secondary education in Engineering or Equivalent.
• Minimum three years of related experience.
• Knowledge/work experience in machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, CNC and Special purpose machines.
• Working knowledge of ISO-TS16949 and ISO 14001, and with mechanical blueprint interpretation including GD and T.
• Good computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining (i.e. AutoCAD, CAD/CAM and SolidWorks).

Desired Characteristics

• Able to interact with supervisors or managers and integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects.
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• 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.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role will provide support in resolving design related controls issues on current production design control systems and investigating a variety of new or tried and true technologies to create unique design solutions for existing or next generation Skyjack products.

This role is a 100% on-site located in Guelph, ON.

Performance Expectations

• Prepare vehicle system controls concept and design drawings include machine harness drawings, panel layouts, wiring diagrams and system schematics.
• Create supporting calculations ensuring that designs meet specification requirements including functional, safety, legal compliance, and manufacturing capabilities.
• Maintain thorough documentation for all aspects of assigned projects.
• Support cross-functional engineering teams to achieve project objectives and timelines.
• Coordinate design reviews with the team to evaluate different design proposals.
• Perform DFMEA on proposed solutions to identify potential failures early in the process and adjust planning accordingly
• Troubleshoot and resolve any design- related issues throughout development cycle.
• Prepare software requirement documents as required.
• Contact and interact with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to investigate technologies and their applications.
• Monitor the development of new technologies and upcoming suppliers.
• Build relationships with vendors, suppliers, and contractors to enable the development of new technologies.
• Design and test prototypes: employ data collection, analysis techniques, and optimization to achieve target performance.
• Provide support in checking details, assemblies, and BOMs for assigned projects.
• Apply a wide variety of established or modified engineering methods or techniques with considerable independence of action.
• Other duties as assigned.

Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or C.E.T. in an Electrical discipline. 
• Currently registered as a Professional Engineer in Ontario or working towards achieving their designation.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Controls Engineer in a mobile/heavy equipment (or related) manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Practical experience and knowledge of custom microcontrollers, CAN bus communications, vehicle electrical connectors, solenoid valves and other mobile equipment electrical components is an asset.
• Demonstrated knowledge of general electrical skills.
• Ability to interpret, modify and generate electrical schematics
• Design experience with SolidWorks (with formal training preferred), experience with AutoCAD desirable.
• Exceptional problem solving, critical thinking skills and must be capable of thinking outside of the box.
• Exceptional research, hands on data collection, and data analysis skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis.

Desired Characteristics

• Must be open to expanding their knowledge base into new fields.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work well with a cross functional technical team as well as with manufacturing personnel.
• Exposure to hydraulic controls, hybrid or electric drive systems are assets.
• Ability to resolve complex issues in creative, efficient, and effective ways.

Why Linamar/Skyjack

• Opportunities to grow your career
• 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

Automation Technician, Junior

The Automation Technician, Junior position is responsible for working with the 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.

Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

Performance Expectations

• Work with program managers and project engineers at the APQP stage of a program start-up.
• Plan assigned work in an efficient method to minimize machine downtime while ensuring employee safety is maintained.
• Troubleshoot process automation problems.
• Perform regular housekeeping duties.
• Work within QS9000 procedures and requirements.
• 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.
• Assign work tasks where applicable to co-worker(s).
• Ensure work is performed in a manner that minimizes downtime.
• Ensure all new and rebuild equipment has all features required by CSA, OSHA, and Electrical Safety Code.
• Perform root cause analysis failure.
• Perform periodically Plc and program backup.
• Maintain updated and controlled Plc program data base.
• Maintain equipment documentation updated.
• Participate in meetings with supervisors, co-workers and employees to plan upcoming activities and to update projects.
• Ability to schedule production activities for all phases of design, maintenance and inspection to meet the time requirements of contracts.

Credentials

• Completed three year program in Electrical or Mechanical Technology.
• Trade license in Industrial Electrical Maintenance (442A).
• Electronics Technician/Technologist Certificate, Electrician Qualification or equivalent.
• Certificate of Qualification or Certificate in a related field or equivalent working experience.
• Courses supplied by machine manufacturer.
• Minimum five years experience in CNC and robotic repair/ programming.
• Understanding of electrical / electronic schematic diagrams, blueprints and pneumatic/hydraulic systems.
• Ability to refer to quality specification forms to verify that products comply with required standards.
• Ability to evaluate condition of new and damaged mechanical equipment and make recommendations for repair or replacement.
• Ability to provide technical support and services to engineers.
• Knowledge of advanced PLC programming including Allan Bradley, ControlLogix/RS Logix, Siemens S7, Fanuc.
• Knowledge of robot systems (ABB, Motoman).
• Basic knowledge of computer networking, Ethernet connections, TCP/IP protocol.
• Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to work in teams that include engineers, machinists, and architects.
• Attend formal professional development seminars and conferences as needed.

What Linamar Has To Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• 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.