Mechatronic

Become part of our success story!

A leading global solution provider for all sectors of intralogistics – that is us: SSI SCHAEFER. What we also are: A family business that invests in the expertise, passion and talents of its employees.

As one of the largest providers, we help our customers increase the efficiency and sustainability of their storage, picking and transport processes using innovative technologies and software. From fully automated warehouses with customized service and maintenance packages to manual and semi-automatic systems, we offer cost-effective intralogistics solutions from a single source. Moreover, we are now a leading provider of software for internal material flow.

SSI SCHAEFER: 8,600 people that work in 80 operating companies and 7 production sites worldwide and impress customers from all sectors with customized intralogistics solutions.

If you are also looking for an attractive employer to work with on a long-term basis, then simply get to know us!

Position Overview:

The Mechatronic Technician provides technical support for automated material handling equipment in customer warehouses and distribution centers. The Position works with PLC Engineers, Software Developers, and Software Support Engineers to install, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical systems. The Position is part of a customer service team in-residence to ensure systems are running at peak efficiency with maximum uptime.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinates on-site installation/maintenance of mechanical automated system machines.
• Troubleshoot, repair, calibrate and align mechanical automated system machines.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of diverse production equipment.
• Supporting new machine builds, installations and modifications.
• Assisting with the preventative maintenance program to ensure production downtime is minimized.
• Develops and maintains standards and tools for hardware projects.
• Monitors automated system machine performance.
• Actively communicates with team members, project manager and software developers about the work and project status.
• Effectively communicates with customers in high-impact scenarios.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A degree/diploma in Mechanical technology, Electromechanical or Similar.
• Valid Driver’s License
• 1-3 years of equipment maintenance experience preferably with automation.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles, motors, drivers, belts and bearings.
• Capable of reading and editing mechanical and layout drawings.
• Demonstrate experience in a maintenance field with good working experience in mechanical repairs.
• Demonstrate organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Must have a high mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work rotating shifts.
• May occasionally performs extended hours, weekend and holiday work in support of customer service and change requests.
• May travel to other sites for paid training, installations, and vacation relief.
• Works independently with little or no supervision.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive compensation plan
• Excellent performance bonuses
• RRSP match
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits (all premium costs paid by us!)
• Educational reimbursement
• Work-life balance
• Safe work environment
• Discount programs and referral incentives
• Excellent opportunities for internal growth