Automation Technician

**Automation Technician**

**Location: 1 Warman Road and 240-555 Hervo Street, Winnipeg, MB**

Our People Can Tell the Future. Maybe You Can Too.
- **Who are we?**_

We are a warehousing and transfer company that brings pride and excellence to the market every day. We bring innovation that’s authentic and measurable as well as bringing leadership to community priorities in equal unison with our corporate priorities. We recognize our core strength is ingenuity, which is a human resource that renews through encouragement and development. We are twenty-first century accomplishment leaders; inside, safety side and market side.

ISO certified; Future Transfer is an essential network of specialist services for an agriculture sector with sophisticated challenges. Strategic national warehousing, next level logistics, tolerance specific custom formulation, packaging, transloading, and a fully inclusive company-wide think-tank of empowered solution achievers.

Future Transfer is a growing story; join us and tell your part.
- **Why work for us?**_
- Competitive wages
- Premium health benefits
- Premium RRSP & matched contributions plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Company supplied uniforms, PPE & safety shoes
- Paid vacation
- Company lunches
- Company promotional items throughout the year
- Short term disability and long-term disability
- Continued growth and development of our people & our business

**Who are we searching for?**
- **We are looking for two Automation Technicians - one for our Warman Road site and one for our Hervo Street site - to join our growing day shift team.**_
- **Job Duties**:_
- Design, develop, and enhance automated industrial processes, systems, and components, specifically tailored for Kuka and Yaskawa packaging robots
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex issues in Kuka and Yaskawa packaging robots, including their integrated intelligence systems
- Install, configure, and maintain industrial automation systems, with expertise in Kuka and Yaskawa robot integration
- Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for Kuka and Yaskawa packaging robot systems, including programming logic, wiring diagrams, and setup instructions
- Perform regular preventative maintenance tasks on packaging robots, such as calibrations, lubrication, and sensor checks, to ensure optimal functionality and extend their lifespan
- Analyze system performance through data analysis, identify areas for improvement, and propose modifications or upgrades to enhance robot efficiency and reliability
- Monitor real-time robot operation, actively respond to alarms and errors, and troubleshoot issues promptly to minimize downtime
- Provide technical support and training to operations and maintenance personnel, including programming guidance, troubleshooting strategies, and safety protocols specific to Kuka and Yaskawa robots
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, production, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration and operation of the robot systems
- Assist in Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for Kuka and Yaskawa robots, ensuring proper functionality, accuracy, and adherence to project specifications
- Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, both major and minor, following established safety protocols and employing advanced troubleshooting techniques
- Thoroughly document all work performed, utilizing maintenance tracking systems, technical reports, and software version control tools
- Conduct research and evaluate new materials, parts, and supplies that align with Kuka and Yaskawa robot requirements, seeking opportunities for performance improvement and cost optimization
- Remain up to date with the latest advancements in Kuka and Yaskawa robotics technology, attending training, workshops, and industry conferences to enhance technical knowledge and skills
- Other duties as assigned
- **Required Knowledge/Qualifications**_**:

- Degree or diploma in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Minimum 3 years’ working experience required
- In-depth knowledge of Kuka and Yaskawa packaging robot systems, including their kinematics, programming languages (e.g., KRL, Yaskawa INFORM, or similar), and motion control concepts
- Proficiency in robot integration, system setup, and configuration, with hands-on experience working on Kuka and Yaskawa packaging robots
- Strong understanding of industrial automation technologies, such as PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and motion controllers
- Skilled in troubleshooting complex robotic systems, using diagnostic tools, oscilloscopes, and programming software for analysis
- Familiarity with programming languages commonly used in robotics, such as C++, Python, or ROS (Robot Operating System)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of efficiently diagnosing issues in robot functionality and implementing effective solutions
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