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The Level 3 – Maintenance Fully Skilled (CofQ) position, under general supervision, will be responsible for performing maintenance and repair services of facility systems such as mechanical, electrical, and building systems. In addition, duties may increase in scope as skill set becomes more developed; primary emphasis is the performance of a variety of maintenance tasks rather than a high degree of skill in any particular trade.

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

Performance Expectations

· Establish and maintain maintenance standards and develop and recommend maintenance programs.

· Install new equipment using outside services if necessary.

· Maintain the equipment and facility through preventive/predictive maintenance program.

· Consults the work orders and personal log book for jobs to be done.

· Able to understand the amount of time that particular jobs require.

· Provide guidance in troubleshooting and repair using the most expedient and thorough methods.

· Inform appropriate personnel know of deficiency of stock parts.

· Keep equipment and facility in working condition for maximum uptime.

· Interpret and review schematic drawings of mechanical, structural, pneumatic and hydraulic systems to understand their operation and identify malfunctions.

· Use specialized measuring tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, angle finders, feeler gauges and dial indicators.

· Evaluate condition of parts and equipment.

· Assess feasibility of designs for small modifications to equipment and machinery.

Credentials

· High School Diploma or equivalent general education.

· Certificate of qualifications or certificate in a related field or equivalent working experience (millwright preferred).

· Basic welding skill for millwright.

· Minimum two years previous related experience.

· Taken specific courses and knowledgeable in different controllers (i.e. Fanuc, Siemens).

· Fully capable of level “1” and “2” maintenance requirements.

· Fully skilled in one or more trades (CET or industrial electrician).

· Use computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining, such as AutoCAD.

· Advanced knowledge in troubleshooting servo motors, drivers, encoders, etc.

· Able to read and understand all codes and regulations (Health and Safety, Electrical).

· Able to teach practices and procedures to co-workers, apprentices and clients.

Desired Characteristics

· Able to discuss work orders, equipment malfunctions and job task coordination with co-workers.

· Perform tasks independently under general direction.

· Able to work in a team setting when necessary to install and overhaul larger pieces of equipment and complete industrial systems.

· Maintain continuous learning by reading manuals and bulletins.

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.

You will play a key role in supporting our production and shipping team in a fast-paced work environment. Your function as a tow motor operator will be to support the production lines, load, unload and move materials as needed throughout the facility 

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

About Linamar

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian global manufacturing company, offering stability and advancement opportunities.

We Offer
 

• Comprehensive Benefits and Pension Packages
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Shift Premiums & Production Bonus
• Personal Protective Equipment Allowance

 
Requirements
 

• Completion High School Diploma or equivalent
• Licensed to operate a tow motor and propane
• Good time management skills to prioritize assignments delegated by your Supervisor
• Experience is an asset

 
Why Linamar
 

• 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

 
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 

Coordinate and supervise the production of various financial statements and to ensure accuracy of all financial transactions. Responsible for directing an accounting associate.  May participate in complex general accounting projects. 

Responsibility

• Provide monthly and yearly comparative financial information to management for planning and to foster continuous improvements.
• Develop and maintain cost and profit estimates for new and existing product lines and generating monthly cost reports and trends. 
• Maintain and make recommendations for an adequate information system to measure financial and operational results of the plant.
• Work closely with management in directing and controlling resources.
• Maintain and make recommendations regarding a system of internal control.
• To ensure that all positions reporting to the Accounting Supervisor are filled with the appropriate persons.
• To ensure that the company’s accounting computing needs including EDI are met on an ongoing basis.
• To ensure that statutory financial obligations including audit, tax and others are met.
• Government filings are completed on a timely and efficient manner.
• To be available for special corporate assignments as requested.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• A university degree in Business Administration, Accounting designation is required.

Required Skills/Experience

Group Summary:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensed Electrician or equivalent electrical engineering certificate
• Completion of an industrial electrician apprenticeship program or equivalent  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the automotive industry as an industrial electrician
• Knowledge of electric circuitry of relay, PC and PLC logic.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Lockout Policies and electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems 
• Ability to perform basic wiring work, conduit bending and control cabinet wiring.   
• Ability to work with minimum supervision. 
• Good communications skills and must be able to communicate fluently in both written and spoken English.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safe Installation and repair of equipment

• Install, examine, replace and repair electronic wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components. 
• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.
• Inform the Maintenance Manager about changes in electrical circuits and updates to the original diagrams
• Wire new control panels according to drawings and verbal instructions under consideration of Hydro codes and other applicable standards and regulations.
• Pass on information, experience and knowledge to other maintenance employee, to ensure effective, non-repetitious problem solving and machine repairs. 
• Work in a cost-effective manner and maintains a high standard of quality and excellent workmanship. 
• Conduct preventative maintenance programs and keep maintenance records. 
• Must have continuous improvements on machinery and equipment.  Meet schedule set by maintenance Manager.
• Use different PLC programming devices including software to modify and read logic control programs.  Perform other assignments from time to time as managements so directs.
• Inform the Maintenance Manager or depending on the shift, inform the
• Production Supervisor to the best of his ability about unusual things, faulty design, unsafe conditions, missing parts, etc. Adhere to standards and rules described in the Employee Handbook, conduct in a manner consistent with those practices leading to the safe operation of the division and displaying leadership, concerns and a safe work ethics.

• Perform other duties as required within his/her ability.

• Actively and positively support the continued practice of Common Values behaviours

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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

Regular / Permanent

Magna Powertrain

Working on the line you will machine parts and perform quality checks in a timely manner. These positions require shift work and the ability to work overtime.
 
Powering Vehicles, Motion, Work, and Lives since 1966.

About Linamar

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian global manufacturing company, offering stability and advancement opportunities.

We Offer
 

• Comprehensive Benefits and Pension Packages
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Shift Premiums & Production Bonus
• Personal Protective Equipment Allowance

Requirements
 

• Previous Manufacturing experience is an asset
• Ability to work all rotating shifts
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Must be willing to learn
• Work independently and as part of a team
• Must be 16 years of age to work on the shop floor

Why Linamar
 
 

• 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

The Level 1 – Maintenance Labourer position, under the supervision and direction of the Maintenance Supervisor assist Millwrights and Maintenance Mechanics in day to day maintenance activities.

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

Performance Expectations

· Maintain systems to track, report, document and assist with scheduled preventative maintenance.

· Record coolant refractometer readings, top up machine oils, and record usage.

· Manage oil and coolant inventories.

· Housekeeping of storage area for fluids.

· Operate forklift and floor scrubber.

· Maintain equipment in a safe and clean manner.

· Ability to use CMMS (computerized maintenance and manufacturing system).

· Ensure compliance of maintenance instruction sheets and procedures.

· Attend maintenance daily meeting.

· Measure various physical properties using common measuring tools such as rulers, tapes, thermometers and scales.

· Evaluate condition of parts and equipment.

· Assess the safety of work environments.

Credentials

· High School Diploma or equivalent general education.

· Minimum one year experience in manufacturing.

· Able to observe warning signs, such as scan phrases and icons on caution and warning signs to identify hazards in work areas.

· Use computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining, such as AutoCAD.

Desired Characteristics

· Perform tasks independently under direct supervision.

· Able to work in a team setting when necessary to install and overhaul larger pieces of equipment and complete industrial systems.

· Maintain continuous learning by reading manuals and bulletins.

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.

Group Summary:

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology (Robot and Automation Program) and/or Provincial Electricians Ticket (442A or 309A) or equivalent
• 5+ Years of Automation Technician experience
• Previous experience with automated paint, production and process equipment preferred
• Must have strong computer skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project)
• Strong knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens)
• Strong Knowledge of Robotics (ABB, Fanuc, Motoman)
• Strong knowledge of HMI programming (FTV, View, RSView32)
• Strong knowledge of various networks (Ethernet/IP, DH+, RIO, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Modbus2, RS232)
• Able to interpret and design electrical schematics
• Excellent problem solving, judgement and decision-making skills
• Proven ability to work in a team environment and lead problem-solving teams
• Must have a strong awareness of safety and proven safety record
• Must have demonstrated good work habits for a period of not less than six months in present job

MAIN DUTIES:

• PLC, robot and HMI programming, implementation and troubleshooting
• Preventative maintenance of production and support equipment
• Repair of equipment
• Design, verification and maintenance of electrical schematics
• Assist in setting up, maintaining programming, electrical components and schematic standards
• Assist in proper maintenance of all programming software, application files and programming hardware
• Completion of all required work orders and associated paperwork
• Responsible to improve equipment reliability and uptime related to automation and controls
• Implementation of Continuous Improvement Ideas related to automation and robotics as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

Regular / Permanent

Magna Exteriors

Responsibilities

• Provide a means of communication directly with the customer in order to develop and supply a component which meets or exceeds the customer requirements.
• Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns.
• Assist Quality Manager in establishing, implementing, and maintain the quality management system.
• Responsible for continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, kaizen lean methods, etc.
• Interface with Engineering and operations to ensure transfer to Production of new products are in accordance with approved data.
• Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system.
• Conduct audits, including closing out audit findings, creating audits finding reports, and determine proper corrective and preventive actions.
• Analyze failure, corrective, and preventive actions to respond to customer complaints.
• Create and maintain company quality documentation, such as quality manuals, quality procedures, etc.
• Responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the overall activities of receiving/outgoing quality functions.
• Continuously improving QA receiving inspection processes and procedures.
• Ensure timely resolution of supplier failure, corrective actions and preventive measure.
• Manger suppliers’ performance and conduct audits.
• Preparation of reports for Quality Assurance.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, quality or other related discipline is required.
• Three to five years of related experience with experience in quality assurance functions.
• Ability to 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 management during meetings to provide an overview of areas such as product costing, customer requirements, and product failures which need to be considered when planning for coming year.
• Ability to assess suitability of candidates for specific positions. Review resumes comparing applicants’ experience and training to requirements of position. Evaluate applicants’ responses in job application interviews and interpret information provided by employment and personal references.
• Experience with APQP: Process Control Plans, PFMEA, Gauge Planning, and all levels of PPAP requirements. Read operating and quality 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, gauge selection, calibration, and gauge R and R’s. Ability to take precise measurements using specialized equipment and techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and co-ordinate project teams which include other engineers, production, customers, and suppliers when designing, developing and building products or processes.
• Proficient with MS Office and CAD applications. Familiar with ISO/TS16949 quality 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. 

Senior Process Engineer

We are currently searching for a Senior Process Engineer where you will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing facility in the design, fabrication, modification and evaluation of manufacturing operations.  Operations will include CNC machining (milling and lathe), metal forming/flow forming, laser and CD welding/brazing, heat treat, assembly and material handling. You will also act as a technical resource for troubleshooting manufacturing and quality issues. This role will play an integral part in several upcoming high profile production launches.

Key Accountabilities

·    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.

·    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/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.

Minimum Requirements

·    A university degree in engineering or equivalent.

·    Three to five years of related experience preferably in a high volume CNC manufacturing environment.

·    Ability to collect data and develop statistics to describe equipment and system functionality.

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

·    Ability to determine which materials and equipment to use.

·    Ability to also determine which measuring tools and methods to use.

·    Ability to complete work order and change work order forms to notify key parties about projects.

·    Previous experience in machine processes, cutting tools, fixtures, CNC and Special purpose machines.

·    Experience with mechanical blueprint interpretation including GD&T. Must be able to demonstrate basic drawing and dimensioning during interview process.

·    Experience with the use of statistical analysis software and computer-assisted design, manufacturing and machining (i.e. AutoCAD (2D/3D), CAD/CAM and SolidWorks).

·    Project Management experience an asset

·    Good computer skills, including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Desired Characteristics

·     A positive, high-energy individual who can work in a fast paced environment with changing deadlines

·     Strong oral and written communication skills

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

·     Able to work independently and in a team setting.

Why Linamar

·     Opportunities for career advancement

·     Assistance with approved professional designations and fees

·     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