Press Tech Lead

Martinrea; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation per year

Health and dental benefits

Job summary

Martinrea Automotive Inc., o/a Alfield Industries, a division of Martinrea, seeks a Press Tech Lead in Vaughan, Ontario. You will lead stamping press line operations, coordinating with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to meet safety, quality, and production targets.

The ideal candidate has 1+ years in stamping or metal forming, strong PLC knowledge (Rockwell, Siemens, Bosch), and excellent organization and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Secondary school completion required.
• 1+ years of hands-on stamping, metal forming, or manufacturing experience.
• Industrial aptitude: strong understanding of PLC systems, servo drives, and machine prints.
• Expertise in PLC control systems: Rockwell, Siemens, and Bosch.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong computer skills: MS Office, MS Project, MS Vision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Windows and Linux environments.
• Ability to lead a team with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of production and quality systems; IATF16949, ISO14001/45001.

Responsibilities

• Supervise stamping press line operations to ensure safe, efficient production.
• Schedule daily activities and coordinate with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams.
• Monitor automated press systems and coordinate corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Operate and adjust stamping press equipment via HMI per procedures and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot press-related issues and escalate complex problems as needed.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance activities on stamping press equipment.
• Supervise and train press operators and technicians on SOPs and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and occupational health regulations.
• Enforce procedures, quality standards, and company policies in press operations.
• Collaborate with Process/Project Engineers and Maintenance teams to optimize processes.
• Monitor performance for quality issues and productivity improvements.
• Participate in Kaizen, time studies, and process reviews to reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate production records and maintenance logs.
• Prepare production reports and summaries for management.

Skills

Industrial aptitude

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Time management

Team coordination

Problem solving

Education

Secondary school diploma

Tools

Rockwell PLC

Siemens PLC

Bosch controls

MS Office

MS Project

MS Vision

Windows

Linux

Job description

Job Title: Press Tech Lead

Reporting to: Mr. Venkata Zagabathuni

NOC Code: 72010

Number of Openings: 1

Type of Position: Permanent; Full-time

Term: Permanent

Salary: $38.00 CAD - $40.00 CAD per hour depending on experience

Benefits: 3 weeks of paid vacation per year in accordance with provincial employment standards and company policy. Eligible for health and dental benefits in accordance with company policy.

Hours: 40 hours per week

Employer: Martinrea Automotive Inc., o/a Alfield Industries, a division of Martinrea

International Inc.

Business Address: 30 Aviva Park Drive, Vaughan, ON, L4L 9C7

Work Location: 30 Aviva Park Drive, Vaughan, ON, L4L 9C7

Website address: www.martinrea.com

Contact email: [e-mail]

About us:

Martinrea is a global leader in automotive and industrial manufacturing and an essential part of the North American supply chain, supporting high-volume, non-seasonal production across multiple manufacturing sectors. The company plays a critical role in producing automotive and industrial components that support the safe and efficient movement of goods and people across Canada, the United States, India, and internationally. Without the parts manufactured by Martinrea, the vehicles and equipment used in transportation, agriculture, construction, and industrial operations could not function effectively.

Established in 2001, Martinrea Canada is headquartered at 3210 Langstaff Road, Vaughan, Ontario. The organization has grown significantly over the past two decades and now operates 56 manufacturing, engineering, and technical centre locations in 10 countries, including Canada, the United States, India, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain, South Africa, Japan, and China. Together, these global operations employ more than 19,000 employees.

Martinrea's customer portfolio includes some of the world's largest and most respected automotive and industrial companies, such as General Motors (GM), Ford, BMW, John Deere, Caterpillar, and Bombardier. These longstanding partnerships reflect Martinrea's reputation for high-quality manufacturing, operational excellence, and innovative engineering solutions.

For more information about Martinrea and its global operations, please visit www.martinrea.com.

Duties and responsibilities

The Press Tech Lead will be responsible for the following duties:

• Supervise, coordinate, and oversee stamping press line operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production of metal components.
• Schedule daily work activities and coordinate press operations with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to meet production targets and operational requirements.
• Monitor automated press systems, identify mechanical, tooling, or feed-related issues, and coordinate corrective actions to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity.
• Operate, monitor, and adjust stamping press equipment using Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot press-related equipment issues and perform minor operational adjustments within established parameters, while escalating complex technical issues to qualified Maintenance or Engineering personnel as required.
• Oversee and coordinate preventive maintenance activities and mechanical adjustments on stamping press equipment to support continuous production.
• Supervise, mentor, and train press operators and technicians on safe operating procedures, equipment use, and production best practices.
• Ensure that standards for safe working conditions are observed at all times, including compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, O.Reg. 851 for Industrial Establishments, and internal safety policies.
• Enforce established operational procedures, quality standards, and company policies related to press operations, equipment handling, and workplace conduct.
• Coordinate with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, and Maintenance teams to support the implementation and operation of press equipment and systems within established manufacturing processes.
• Monitor press equipment performance to identify potential quality issues or production inefficiencies and recommend corrective measures to improve productivity and workflow.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen activities, problem-solving exercises, time studies, and process reviews, to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain accurate production records, preventive maintenance checklists, equipment history logs, and other operational documentation.
• Prepare production reports and operational summaries for management review as required.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and the Martinrea Employee Handbook.

This position does not require any provincial license or certification in Ontario.

Qualifications:

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• Minimum of 1+ years of hands-on experience in stamping, metal forming, or manufacturing, combined with prior experience in machining or related processes.
• Industrial Aptitude: Strong understanding of PLC systems, servo drives, and machine prints.
• Expertise in PLC Control Systems, including Rockwell, Siemens, and Bosch
• Excellent organizational and time management skills;
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), MS Project, and MS Vision;
• Advanced Excel skills;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Proficient in Operating Systems: Windows, Linux;
• Talent to work independently and draw from experience with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lead a team and work in a team environment, strong coordinating and organizing skills.
• Ability to follow standardized work instructions and problem solve technical issues.
• Knowledge of production and quality systems.
• Knowledge of customer specific requirements and IATF16949 management system.
• Proficiency in ISO14001 and ISO45001.