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TG Minto Corporation is a proud division of Toyoda Gosei, a World-class automotive supplier with 67 group companies in 17 countries. With locations in Palmerston and Stratford Ontario, we are a Tier1 supplier of injection molded interior/exterior parts & assemblies to Toyota and Honda. Together we are committed to providing high quality products with a heavy focus on safety, respect and success for our Team Members. Lead Operators play a vital role in supporting the production of high-quality parts in a Just-in-time environment. By working in one of our production departments, there are endless growth opportunities for an exciting and dynamic career in the Automotive Industry

Overview

Working as an Industrial Electrician or Apprentice, you will be reporting to our Maintenance Team, a group of Skilled Trade professionals. You will play a vital role in supporting production within our Just-In-Time lean manufacturing environment. We are looking for hands-on problem solvers who are safety oriented - believe in teamwork and continuous improvement. Here at TG Minto, we want you to grow and help us think bigger!

You will be working to maintain our current operating systems and improve our recovery times. Your contribution is valuable and we want to hear your innovative ideas to help pave the way to future success. The opportunities here at TG Minto are endless and can lead to an exciting and dynamic career in the automotive industry.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wages range from $28.12 to $43.26
• Paid overtime after 40/hours per week
• Shift Premiums ranging from +$0.40 to +$0.65 (Afternoon Shift) & +$1.00 (Night Shift)

We offer a very extensive benefit program:

• Company Paid time off: Up to 10 Days + 5 Float Days to start, 15 Days + 5 Float Days (1st full year)
• Benefits start from Day 1 – 90% Medical, 80% Dental, Variety of Paramedical Coverage ($500/service)
• Uniforms are Provided + Yearly Allowance + Yearly Safety Boot Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program provided through Manulife/Homewood
• Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations throughout the year and $Cash Recognition Programs

Responsibilities

By working in a Just-In-Time Environment – our Team must be flexible and willing to adapt to changing work priorities, while understating and maintaining a safe work environment. It is vital that we demonstrate respect for Team Members on all levels and working as a cross-functional team have open lines of communication.

• Work within a Just-in-Time Environment with a sense of urgency to maintain the plants equipment and continually improve our current processes while preventing downtime enabling production to meet targets
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on all assigned machinery and equipment and check equipment for wear and possible down time to prevent major problems and emergency shutdowns.
• Troubleshooting equipment, which can include but is not limited to Robotics, Hydraulics, Pneumatics and PLC’s
• Tests, inspects, dismantles, repairs piping, fittings and fixtures as required for maintenance and construction of pipe lines for air, water, steam, acid, caustic, etc.
• Maintains inventory of spare parts.
• Attends daily Start of Shift and End of Shift meetings for proper handover of shifts.
• Ensure a positive work environment and awareness of company quality policy, goals, objectives and your role in TG Minto’s success. Follow work instructions.
• Conduct other duties as business needs require

Requirements

We are looking for Team Members who are dedicated to learning and continuous improvement. TG Minto values hard work, skills building and embraces new ideas, all while working as a cohesive unit. We also want to give you the opportunity to grow and gain knowledge while building a career here – that is why we offer on-the-job training and are committed to helping you develop your skills.

• Electricians must hold a 442A License or Apprenticeship for 422A
• Install, maintain, upgrade and repair electrical equipment including:
• Power and control cabinets and their components for injection molding machines, conveyors, vacuum conveying equipment, pumps and compressors.
• Power distribution equipment like transformers, load centers, bus bars, wiring, switch gear, etc.
• Facility and building electrical systems, such as ceiling fans, inside and outside lighting, electrical outlets, electric vehicle charging stations, emergency lights, etc.
• Demonstrated hands on experience troubleshooting, repairing and completing preventative maintenance in a fast-paced manufacturing/industrial environment
• Demonstrated experience working with Hydraulics and Pneumatics
• Experience with the repair of Gate, Globe, Plug and Check Valves. (Repacking, bushing and bonnet repair, gate, and seat repairs)
• Proficient use of precision machinist tools and able to operate a forklift, carry deck crane, JLG, or other motorized equipment
• Experience with precision shaft alignment by reverse dial indication method or laser alignment equipment, installing sole plates, and leveling
• Demonstrated experience working with robots and highly automated equipment
• Ability to trouble shoot and use critical thinking along with problem solving skills
• Demonstrated experience with PLCs and electrical knowledge
• Experience working with injection mold machines as well as paint is considered an asset
• Experience working with automation is considered an asset
• Experience working with Yaskawa is considered an asset
• Ability to read and write English
• Must be willing to work Overtime when required

If all other factors are equal, seniority will be used.

Straight shift timing on Day Shift (6:00 am to 2:30 pm) but may be required to change shifts in order to accommodate production requirements.

Nature of vacancy: New