Robotics Technician

**Job description**

At Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM) we believe in The Power of Dreams. We look for bright, ambitious, innovative team players who enjoy challenges and share our vision for providing the highest quality product for our customers while ensuring safety for everyone and protecting the environment. HCM is one of Honda’s premier manufacturing facilities in the world.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, free access to an onsite fitness facility and access to an onsite workshop. We are in Alliston, Ontario, a short 45-minute drive north of Toronto and 25 minutes south of Barrie, Ontario, employing 4,200 Associates.

**You have seen our work on the road; you might have even seen it on the track, now it’s your turn to be a part of our team**

Pay $40.80 - $44.83 plus overtime and bonuses.

**Job Description**:
**What You’ll Do**:

- Perform applicator maintenance, rebuilds, and general robotics maintenance.
- Provide teaching support for Fanuc, ABB, Motoman, and Yaskawa robots, as well as vision and dispensing systems.
- Interact with and support all paint department groups, including Production, Equipment Services, Quality, Equipment Engineering, Environmental, Safety, and EGAC.
- Maintain process optimization for quality, efficiency, and cycle time using PDCA and innovative reasoning.
- Support programming and troubleshooting in multiple automated zones within the department.

**Requirements**:

- 2+ years of change management experience, including planning and preparation, communication to stakeholders, training, and PDCA.
- 2+ years of robot path programming.
- 2+ years of material film build & SPEC development measurements (including using tools like micrometers, gauges, surface prep, and understanding of adhesion, hardness, and resistance to environmental factors to develop SPECs).
- 2+ years of Fanuc programming experience or equivalent and vision experience.

**Why Join Us?**

Hands-on experience with cutting-edge automated systems.

Opportunity to train and mentor fellow associates.

Be part of a dynamic and innovative team.

**Preferred Experience**:

- Experience with project responsibilities (i.e., organizational skills, make & follow schedule, managing & completion)
- Experience with teaching and programming robotics/machine systems, and continuous conveyor systems
- Experience utilizing Dual Check Safety (DCS), line tracking, boundaries, and schedules
- Experience with Automation equipment set up & control including cycle time management
- Teaching robotics from zero base (start point) to completion
- Experience with process specification control and improvement
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, especially in supporting trials and investigations
- Understanding cell entry requirements and setting up/resetting safety devices (e.g., lockout, axis limits, light curtains, captive keys).
- Experience with automated equipment OR manual process optimization (QCDMS)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with mínimal supervision
- FANUC, Motoman/Yaskawa and/or ABB teaching and recovery experience
- Intermediate Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (i.e., Presentations, Excel statements/formulas)
- Offline teaching experience with FANUC Paint pro

**Job Related Must Haves**:

- Willing to cancel pre-booked vacation
- Willing and able to travel internationally or in North America by possessing a Canadian passport or B1 Visa
- Willing and able to travel within North America by possessing a Canadian passport or B1 Visa
- Must have a valid G/G2 Driver's License
- Willing and able to work mandatory rotating shifts
- Willing and able to work weekends and or overtime sometimes on short notice

**Additional Information**:
Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM) provides a competitive salary structure and starting wage based on previous, related experience. Additionally, HCM provides a Team Achievement Bonus paid two times per year; an industry leading Defined Contribution (DC) pension that includes company contributions and company matching; and a comprehensive benefit plan that provides choice and flexibility with the cost subsidized by company contributions. HCM also provides shift premiums of 5% for afternoon shift, and 10% for the overnight shift.

Associates are encouraged to take advantage of the Honda Purchase Programs for vehicles, parts, motorcycles and power equipment; full-service cafeteria, or bring your own meals and use microwaves and refrigerators available; full access to our on-site recreation center, including basketball courts, fitness and yoga classes, baseball diamond, Olympic-sized hockey rink and 800 person in-house hockey league; exclusive Honda events: summer and holiday parties, community events, community volunteering with rewards, and much more. HCM associates are provided with uniforms and personal protective equipment, including safety shoes, glasses, hats, hearing protection, etc.

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