Machine Group Specialist - Mechanical

TG Minto Corporation is a proud division of Toyoda Gosei, a World-class automotive supplier with 67 group companies in 17 countries. With locations in Palmerston and Stratford Ontario, we are a Tier1 supplier of injection molded interior/exterior parts & assemblies to Toyota and Honda. Together we are committed to providing high quality products with a heavy focus on safety, respect and success for our Team Members.

General Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Machine Group Specialist (Mechanical) to support our manufacturing and automation operations. This position plays a key role in the integration and optimization of robotic systems, with a focus on fabrication of automated equipment, Injection molding equipment and robotic End of Arm Tooling (EOAT).

The ideal candidate will have a solid mechanical fabrication background with hands-on experience in robotic programming, troubleshooting equipment, machinery modification, and injection molding systems. As a core member of the machine group, you will work closely with the design and programming teams to ensure the reliability and efficiency of automated equipment while driving continuous improvement across all manufacturing processes.

Compensation and Benefits

• Wage range - $28.12 ~ $43.26 per hour
• Paid overtime after 40/hours per week

We offer a very extensive benefit program:

• Company Paid time off: Up to 10 Days + 5 Float Days to start, 15 Days + 5 Float Days (1^st full year)
• Benefits start from Day 1 – 90% Medical, 80% Dental, Variety of Paramedical Coverage ($500/service)
• Uniforms are Provided + Yearly Allowance + Yearly Safety Boot Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program provided through Manulife/Homewood
• Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations throughout the year and $Cash Recognition Programs

Abilities, Duties and Responsibilities

• Fabrication, assembly and installation of automated equipment
• Installation of Injection molding equipment and robotic assembly equipment
• Design and manufacturing End of Arm Tools (EOAT)
• Fanuc robot programming for part take-out applications
• Inventory control of shop materials
• Communicate with the machine group on all critical mechanical/electrical changes and updates.
• Provide technical advice and assistance to field personnel, contractors, etc.
• Troubleshoot low voltage electrical control circuits.
• Knowledge of AutoCad and Solidworks design software would be an asset.
• Knowledge of applicable mechanical procedures, standards and regulations.
• Some computer knowledge is required.
• Troubleshooting and modification of existing equipment
• Confident understanding of the Injection molding equipment, material handling chilled water, process water, hot runners and automated assembly equipment.

Education & Qualifications

• Have relevant qualification, Millwright, MTBI trade certificate. Robotics and Automation Diploma, Robotics Technician/Automation Technician Certificate).
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 5 years of experience in a similar role required. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Report any unsafe activities within the company to the machine group supervisor.
• Responsible for scheduling and oversight of third party contractors during installation projects.

Language Skills

• English and able to communicate well with others
• Ability to communicate with skilled trades at all levels of experience and management
• Reasoning Ability
• Ability to exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee is

• Regularly required to stand, walk and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to use hand to finger, handle or feel and reach with arms and hands.
• Occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Required to be able to lift or move up to 60lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently exposed to moving or mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high precarious places, electrical shock and vibrations.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs and project deadlines.

Nature of vacancy: Replacement