- Magna International
- Penetanguishene, ON
- Full-Time
- 32 days ago
Robotics and Automation Technician.
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Robotics and Automation Technician: our view in 3 lines...
- The Role:This role is for a technician who maintains, modifies and commissions automation control systems and robotic work cells.
- The Person:The person will modify and design automation control systems integrated with PLC based robots, commission new automation systems, troubleshoot process problems, and maintain automated work cells and presses.
- Requirements:The ideal candidate has post-secondary education in Robotics or Automation, Mig, Stick and Tig welding experience, PLC programming experience with Allen Bradley Studio 5000, and Keyence or Cognex vision system experience.
About the role
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What we offer:
Group Summary:
Job Responsibilities:
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- Salary Range: $35.00-$41.00/per hour
- Responsible for modifying existing automation control systems as well as designing, estimating, and commissioning new automation control systems integrated with Robots based on PLC’sÂ
- Implement Safety Category 4 for all required installations, presses and robotics work cellsÂ
- Integrate equipment with robots and various testing and monitoring instrumentsÂ
- Troubleshoot process problems and initiative and/or participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives and quality improvementsÂ
- Maintain and service automated work cells; mechanical and hydraulic pressesÂ
- Set up and conduct predictive and preventative maintenance programs for required equipmentÂ
- Perform all work in good standard, respond to off duty calls, and work rotating shifts if required.Â
- Follow all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures.Â
- Ensure compliance and enforcement of Customer Specific Requirements, QMS (IATF16949), Health and SafetyÂ
- (ISO 45001), EMS (ISO14001), and security (PIP) requirements.Â
- Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.Â
- Promote and comply with health, safety, and environmental standards, safe operating procedures, good housekeeping practices and the observance of protective equipment requirements at all times.Â
- Attend authorized training in order to develop and/or maintain relevant job-related knowledge, techniques, skills, and/or certification.Â
- May be required to carry out job duties and responsibilities in a work environment that may include, but is not limited to, varying levels of noise and/or temperature.Â
- Perform any other reasonable duty as required or assigned by ManagementÂ
​Qualifications:Â
- Post- Secondary education in Robotics / AutomationÂ
- Must have experience in Mig, Stick and Tig weldingÂ
- Good English – both written, verbal and following instructionsÂ
- Good communication skillsÂ
- Must have PLC programming and Troubleshooting experience with Allen Bradley Rs Logix and Studio 5000.Â
- Must have experience working with Vision System such as Keyence 2D, 3D and barcode scanners, Cognex camera etc.Â
- Must have full understanding of fundamentals in projection welding and Mig weldingÂ
- Able to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivatedÂ
- Certification in one or more robot programming courses (ABB, Fanuc, Panasonic)Â
- Medar programming experienceÂ
- Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.Â
- Ability to Create, manipulate and follow robot programs for ABB, Fanuc, Panasonic for repair and modification purposesÂ
Site BenefitsÂ
- A great work experience with a diverse and dedicated workforceÂ
- A strong focus on safety and health and wellness (fitness membership discounts)Â
- Five and a half (5.5.) paid personal daysÂ
- Competitive extended health benefitsÂ
- Group RRSP matching programÂ
- Profit Sharing PlanÂ
- Team appreciation lunches and eventsÂ
- Education Reimbursement ProgramÂ
- Continuous Improvement and Development CultureÂ
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.
Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

