Robotics Technician - Afternoon Shift

AGS Automotive Systems is a full-service automotive supplier specializing in the manufacture and supply of complex high value-add automotive metal components, including in particular front and rear impact assemblies, principally for pick-ups and the heavy truck market. AGS offers full range of in-house capabilities including design and engineering, high tonnage metal stamping, light weighting solutions, innovative multi-material joining, high performance coatings including chrome plating and automated manufacturing processes.

AGS is committed to delivering high quality, high value products to our customers, who include several of North America's largest automakers. For over 70 years AGS has stood behind our belief in quality, technology, and teamwork.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Engineering Assistant Manager, the Robotics Technician is responsible for, but not limited to, any type of equipment that needs to be programmed with special emphasis on robotics.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Perform all tasks with safety in mind. Take responsibility as a competent person under Section 27 of the OSHA for the safety and wellbeing of employees on shift.
• Adherence to the Procedures and Instructions. All designs and specifications are to meet or exceed current CSA or ANSI codes.
• Selecting, maintaining, ensuring required documentation is in place and up to date.
• General upkeep and updating of present equipment, including the monitoring of Spare Parts inventory.
• Assist the maintenance department in supporting production.
• Engineering and research - continuously looking for ways of improving machinery, systems and efficiencies.
• Continually work towards standardizing technical equipment.
• Lead or participate in various process improvement projects including responsibility for the creation and adherence to project timelines.
• Provide process information, automated equipment utilization and assist management team in schedule attainment.
• Install, program and repair six (6) axis robots and robot controllers, as well as auxiliary equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required to maximize the reliability of the work cells.
• Build or assemble robotic devices, systems, or end of arm tooling.
• Maintain and repair electrical, electronic, and mechanical components, equipment, and systems to ensure that they function according to specifications and to optimize production.
• Analyse information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and troubleshoot any problem can may arise due to robotics/automation.
• Provide guidance and advice to management or other groups on technical, systems, or process related topics.
• Train maintenance and production employees on the automation equipment so that they can properly perform preventative maintenance and adjustments.
• Continuously improve operations, efficiencies, and production flow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

University degree or College diploma in Electrical Engineering (Robotics and Automation).

Experience in a manufacturing facility, preferably automotive.

The open position is on afternoon shift.

Accessibility: AGS Automotive Systems is proud to support the full inclusion of persons with disabilities as set out in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. At AGS we are committed to ensuring the workplace is free from discrimination. Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request by contacting AGS Human Resources at [email protected]

Equal Opportunity: As an equal opportunity employer, and in accordance with all applicable legislation, the Company prohibits any form of harassment or discrimination in the workplace. This applies to all aspects of employment. All employees must be treated equally without discrimination based on matters such as race, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, or disability.