Laser Technician

Martinrea International; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Martinrea International in Vaughan, Ontario, is seeking a skilled Laser Operator/Production Technician to plan production runs, set up and calibrate laser systems, and monitor throughput on the shop floor. The role combines hands-on fabrication tasks with quality checks, safety compliance and collaboration with Quality and Engineering to resolve issues and improve capacity.

You will document job details, work 80% on the plant floor and 20% in the office, and participate in 5S and environmental

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma/degree.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, (3-D drawings).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding in Pro-E, AutoCAD and Solidworks software would be an asset.
• 2 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Understanding of MRP would be an asset.
• Good understanding of flat development methods, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance, Metrology, and Statistical Process Control fundamentals.
• Experience in an industrial metal fabrication and assembly environment.
• Ability to work independently without supervision and with minimum direction.
• Ability to work in a team environment and be both a team player and team leader.

Responsibilities

• Plan and set-up a production run, ensuring minimum scrap usage and monitoring labor entry.
• Setting up, calibrating, and aligning laser systems for accurate operation
• Performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to ensure equipment functionality
• Conducting laser procedures safely and effectively, following strict safety protocols to protect themselves and others
• Record and document all the information that is required for a specific job which includes material and part sizes, program number and type of work order
• Interface with Quality and Engineering
• Prepares and updates upper management team with any major issue that needs to be resolved
• Coordinate throughput improvement efforts
• Assess operator utilization
• Maximize and monitor capacity planning
• Demonstrate 5S Methodology in your work area
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards and legislation including Environmental Legislation, O. Reg 851 for Industrial Establishments, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (with emphasis on Section 28)
• Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Systems, HR policies and Martinrea Employee Handbook
• Must work in accordance with H&S regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear PPE and certain clothing as required by the Company
• Perform other duties as required
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

Skills

Reading drawings (3-D)

Verbal and written communication

Organizational and problem-solving

MRP understanding

GD&T and Metrology basics

Team leadership

Independence on the job

Industrial metal fabrication exposure

Education

Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma/degree

Tools

Pro-E

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

• Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma/degree
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, (3-D drawings)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding in Pro-E, AutoCAD and Solidworks software would be an asset
• 2 years of related experience or equivalent
• Understanding of MRP would be an asset
• Good understanding of flat development methods, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance, Metrology, and Statistical Process Control fundamentals
• Experience in an industrial metal fabrication and assembly environment
• Ability to work independently without supervision and with minimum direction
• Ability to work in a team environment and be both a team player and team leader

Required Education & Experience

• Mechanical Engineering Technology diploma/degree
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, (3-D drawings)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding in Pro-E, AutoCAD and Solidworks software would be an asset
• 2 years of related experience or equivalent
• Understanding of MRP would be an asset
• Good understanding of flat development methods, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance, Metrology, and Statistical Process Control fundamentals
• Experience in an industrial metal fabrication and assembly environment
• Ability to work independently without supervision and with minimum direction
• Ability to work in a team environment and be both a team player and team leader

Essential Functions

• Plan and set-up a production run, ensuring minimum scrap usage and monitoring labor entry.
• Setting up, calibrating, and aligning laser systems for accurate operation
• Performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and minor repairs to ensure equipment functionality
• Conducting laser procedures safely and effectively, following strict safety protocols to protect themselves and others
• Record and document all the information that is required for a specific job which includes material and part sizes, program number and type of work order
• Interface with Quality and Engineering
• Prepares and updates upper management team with any major issue that needs to be resolved
• Coordinate throughput improvement efforts
• Assess operator utilization
• Maximize and monitor capacity planning
• Demonstrate 5S Methodology in your work area
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards and legislation including Environmental Legislation, O. Reg 851 for Industrial Establishments, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (with emphasis on Section 28)
• Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Systems, HR policies and Martinrea Employee Handbook
• Must work in accordance with H&S regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear PPE and certain clothing as required by the Company
• Perform other duties as required
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 20% office, 80% plant floor (PPE required)
• Both office setting and production environment
• Constant communication with employees, peers and management
• Occasional outdoor activities

PHYSCIAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs
• Must be able to work with push/pull forces of up to 50lbs or less
• Ability to be present on the production floor daily
• Ability to use computer for a long period of time.