As a Technician, production and equipment support, you will be responsible for providing technical support for the manufacturing processes of our products, as well as improving existing processes. You will be responsible for investigating and diagnosing problems on raw materials and robotic assemblies to determine the root causes of failures. In addition, you will be responsible for coordinating, documenting and carrying out all administrative tasks required for the maintenance and calibration of equipment, including certain maintenance and calibration operations. You will have to meet deadlines based on expected results to ensure continuous and flexible production. The role is essential to maintain the standards required for our ISO certification, ensure traceability and maintain the bond of trust between Kinova and its customers.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

PRODUCTION SUPPORT:

• Respond to requests for assistance from assemblers and production technicians;
• Investigate problems encountered on production lines;
• Diagnose problems on raw materials and robotic assemblies to determine root causes of failures;
• Produce documentation associated with diagnostics and non-conformances;
• Work in collaboration with other departments as required (e.g. engineering, quality control, quality assurance, purchasing);
• Identify any process improvements with the aim of optimizing work.

MAINTENANCE AND CALIBRATION :

• Plan and follow up on equipment maintenance and calibration activities with the various parties involved (internal and external);
• Manage and monitor the equipment maintenance and verification program;
• Ensure complete documentation of maintenance and calibration operations;
• Register new equipment and changes in the ERP system;
• Write/participate in the drafting of tooling non-conformities and ensure that repairs have been carried out;
• Initiate and/or take action on non-conforming equipment;
• Maintain, calibrate or repair tooling and equipment;
• Purchase and track spare parts, tools and equipment;
• Receive, check and procure tools and equipment from users;
• Identify any process improvements to optimize work.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• College diploma (DEC) in electronics, electrical engineering or related field;
• Minimum 3 years' experience as an electronics technician;
• Manual dexterity, autonomy, attention to detail, observation skills, critical thinking;
• Ability to plan and organize work;
• Comfortable with computer tools (Google Suite, ERP Acumatica, Excel);
• Fluency in spoken and written French and functional English.

ASSETS

• Experience in a regulated environment (e.g. ISO 13485, ISO 9001).
• Experience in robotics and/or the medical field.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Remote work (according to job type);
• Competitive salaries;
• Group RRSP with employer contribution;
• Group insurance paid at 50% by Kinova;
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation;
• Personal days off in addition to vacation;
• Snacks, coffee, and fresh fruit at all times;
• A dedicated and great work team;
• A state-of-the-art environment;
• A company culture focused on the development of each individual;
• Free parking;
• Electric vehicle charging stations;
• Regular social and sporting events;
• And much more, but you'll have to meet us to learn more…

Kinova is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment for all and acting in discrimination against people on the basis of gender, nationality, minority status, or disability. As such, Kinova provides accommodation at all stages of the recruitment process and will treat all information relating to your health in a confidential and without prejudice. Please note that access to our interview rooms and our office spaces already meets universal accessibility standards. For more information about our Diversity and Inclusion Policy or for any interview accommodation requests, please contact emploi@kinova.ca.