Die Cast Supervisor/Technician

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervise, coordinate and schedule duties of Die Cast workers involved in operating Trim Press machines (moulds), furnaces, overhead cranes
• organize shift schedules to meet the production needs of the Die Cast department and the supporting departments within the plant
• Order materials and supplies as needed
• Work collaboratively with cross functional teams to meet production requirements and improve production processes.  Work with partnering departments to identify and resolve any quality and productivity issues.
• Train staff in job duties, safety procedures and company policies
• Develop and program casting machine parameters to optimize production process overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Monitor, assess, and adjust machine operating characteristics during a production run to maintain output
• Collaborate with tool engineering to improve casting process output and production part quality
• Knowledge of part print reading and understanding of casting quality requirements to judge part quality and optimize as needed
• Program and develop robotic operating routines specific to the die casting machine.   Adjust and troubleshoot robot operation to ensure quality standards are maintained. 
• Integrate, teach, program and troubleshoot ABB robots in existing equipment.
• Knowledge of SafeMove (ABB specific) and CAN/CSA-Z434-14 (or newest) Industrial robot standard or equivalent
• Knowledge of industrial communication and peripheral communication devices.
• Knowledge of hydraulics and hydraulic systems.

Skills & Qualifications:

• • Supervisory experience
  • Automotive Manufacturing experience (2+ years)
  • Mechanical Engineering Degree (Automotive Option)
  • 2+ years of experience in an automation/production environment including robotics.
  • An in-depth knowledge and understanding of die casting machines, operations and troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of foundry ladles, die sprayers, and extractor robots; a must have.
  • Experience with ABB robotics and robot programming required.
  • Self-motivated, eager to learn new technologies & skill sets.
  • Set priorities, manage time effectively & work on multiple projects.
  • Excellent written & oral communications skills

**This posting is for an existing vacancy**

Orlick Industries welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Please contact us at hr@orlick.on.ca to request accommodation.