SPR- Gripper Technician

Martinrea is a diversified global automotive supplier engaged in the design, development and manufacturing of highly engineered, value-added Lightweight Structure and Propulsion Systems. We employ approximately 15,000 skilled and motivated people at manufacturing, engineering and technical centers in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain and China. Our business strategy leverages world-class technologies, motivated and talented people, and high-quality products.

• Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers
• Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people
• Being positive contributors to our communities and
• Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders

Our strength is our people

We invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea.

Troubleshoot and perform mechanical repairs and adjustments of grippers, including preventative maintenance.

• PM all grippers and shovels
• Check all bolts and make sure they are properly torqued
• Check proximity sensor on gripper to make sure it is working correctly. Replace bad proximity sensor.
• Rebuild gripper as needed.
• Check air lines for leaks (keep airlines zip tied to link).
• Pressure wash grippers.
• Keep air lines in working order; spray lubrication as needed.
• Log work in data log book. Communicate with maintenance and die setters with issues and concerns.
• Maintain spare parts inventory.
• Make continuous improvement on automation applications.
• Other duties as identified.
• Make gripper adjustments in the press as needed
• The employee must maintain an excellent attendance record, which is defined as being at work all the time and on time.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations using algebra and trigonometry.
• Ability to deal with problems involving many variables in different situations.
• Willingness to learn new skills needed for this job.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Past knowledge of press automation, controls and equipment a plus.
• Must take the mechanical aptitude test.
• Past knowledge of robots a plus.
• Must provide own tools.
• Knowledge of IATF 1649; ISO 14001:2015
• Knowledge of any applicable customer specific requirements

• Constant communication with employees, peers, and management.
• Frequent distractions and interruptions
• Multiple demands in a challenging and fast paced- team orientated environment
• Noisy environment
• Overtime as required.
• Office, Plant floor
• Travel as required

• Must work in accordance with Health and Safety regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear Personal Protective Equipment and certain clothing as required by the Company

• Working in a great team environment
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Supplier discounts
• Tuition reimbursement and training opportunities

Job Type - Full Time Hourly

Background check and pre-employment drug screen required for employment opportunity.