Press Tech Lead
Martinrea International View all jobs
- Vaughan, ON
- $38.00-40.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- 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.
- 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.