Mechatronic Technician (Automation)

Schaefer System International Limited; Beauharnois; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation plan

Performance bonuses

RRSP match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Educational reimbursement

Work-life balance

Safe work environment

Discount programs

Referral incentives

Growth opportunities

Job summary

SSI SCHAEFER is seeking a Mechatronic Technician (Automation) for our Beauharnois, QC location. The role supports automated material handling equipment, collaborating with PLC engineers and software teams to install, troubleshoot, and maintain systems.

The position includes a night shift from 8:30 pm to 7:00 am and opportunities for travel for training and site support. Candidates should have a mechanical/ electromechanical diploma, 1–3 years of automation experience, and the ability to read

Qualifications

• A degree/diploma in Mechanical technology, Electromechanical or similar.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 1–3 years of equipment maintenance experience, preferably with automation.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles, motors, drivers, belts and bearings.
• Ability to read and edit mechanical and layout drawings.
• High mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts and occasional extended hours.
• Travel to other sites for paid training, installations and vacation relief.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate on-site installation/maintenance of mechanical automated systems.
• Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate and align automated systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on diverse production equipment.
• Assist with new machine builds, installations and modifications.
• Support maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
• Develop and maintain standards and tools for hardware projects.
• Communicate status with team, project manager and software developers.
• Interact with customers in high-impact situations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading drawings

Team communication

Problem solving

Shift work

Education

Mechanical technology or Electromechanical degree

Job description

CS-Direct Full Time Permanent Employee Direct Labour Beauharnois, QC, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1229

Salary Range: $29.00 To $32.00 Hourly

Title

: Mechatronic Technician (Automation)

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Shift

: 8:30 pm to 7:00 am Monday to Thursday

Location

Become part of our success story!

A leading global solution provider for all sectors of intralogistics – that is us: SSI SCHAEFER. What we also are: A family business that invests in the expertise, passion and talents of its employees.

As one of the largest providers, we help our customers increase the efficiency and sustainability of their storage, picking and transport processes using innovative technologies and software. From fully automated warehouses with customized service and maintenance packages to manual and semi-automatic systems, we offer cost-effective intralogistics solutions from a single source. Moreover, we are now a leading provider of software for internal material flow.

SSI SCHAEFER: 8,600 people that work in 80 operating companies and 7 production sites worldwide and impress customers from all sectors with customized intralogistics solutions.

If you are also looking for an attractive employer to work with on a long-term basis, then simply get to know us!

Position Overview:

The Mechatronic Technician provides technical support for automated material handling equipment in customer warehouses and distribution centers. The Position works with PLC Engineers, Software Developers, and Software Support Engineers to install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical systems. The Position is part of a customer service team in-residence to ensure systems are running at peak efficiency with maximum uptime.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates on-site installation/maintenance of mechanical automated system machines.
• Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate and align mechanical automated system machines.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of diverse production equipment.
• Supporting new machine builds, installations and modifications.
• Assisting with the preventative maintenance program to ensure production downtime is minimized.
• Develops and maintains standards and tools for hardware projects.
• Actively communicates with team members, project manager and software developers about the work and project status.
• Effectively communicates with customers in high-impact scenarios.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A degree/diploma in Mechanical technology, Electromechanical or Similar.
• Valid Driver’s License
• 1-3 years of equipment maintenance experience preferably with automation.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles, motors, drivers, belts and bearings.
• Capable of reading and editing mechanical and layout drawings.
• Demonstrate experience in a maintenance field with good working experience in mechanical repairs.
• Demonstrate organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Must have a high mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• May occasionally performs extended hours, weekend and holiday work in support of customer service and change requests.
• May travel to other sites for paid training, installations and vacation relief.
• Works independently with little or no supervision.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation plan
• Excellent performance bonuses
• RRSP match
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (all premium costs paid by us!)
• Educational reimbursement
• Work-life balance
• Safe work environment
• Discount programs and referral incentives
• Excellent opportunities for internal growth

Want to know more about us?

As the leading provider of intralogistics solutions, SSI SCHAEFER is always looking for dedicated employees who would like to shape the future of intralogistics with us. Our product spectrum ranges from highly dynamic storage and logistics systems to state-of-the‑art workshop, company and office equipment to innovative products for waste engineering and recycling.

SSI SCHAEFER developed all of the products and solutions with the passion and expertise of many people. That is why employee satisfaction is so important to us and why we value your dedication. More than 8,600 employees at 70 worldwide operative subsidiaries and at more than ten domestic and international production sites work to create the outstanding quality of the SSI SCHAEFER brand. Please visit https://www.ssi-schaefer.com/en-ca

Our organization will, on request, provide accommodations for disabilities to support your participation in all aspects of our Recruitment Process.