Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation's Cambridge site designs, builds and repairs industrial automation products.
Cambridge

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Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.
We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!
Job Description
As a Machine Operator Level 3P, you will set up and operate sheet metal fabrication equipment to manufacture high-quality components used in Rockwell Automation products. You'll work with a variety of fabrication equipment, inspect finished parts, troubleshoot production issues, and support continuous improvement activities. You will report to the Production Supervisor and work full-time onsite in Cambridge, Ontario on 2nd shift.
Set up and operate sheet metal fabrication equipment, including Prima Power machines, brake presses, CNC shears, punch presses, copper benders, and deburring equipment.
Interpret blueprints and work orders to manufacture, form, finish, and inspect sheet metal components to quality standards.
Maintain material flow by operating cranes, hoists, lift trucks, and automated material handling systems while managing raw materials and scrap.
Perform quality inspections, troubleshoot production issues, complete required documentation, and report work activities through SAP and FactoryTalk systems.
Support continuous improvement, safety, and team development programs through participation in LEAN/Six Sigma activities, training programs, and production support.
High School Diploma or GED.
CNC machine operation experience.
Experience with sheet metal fabrication equipment.
Knowledge of tooling across multiple manufacturing processes.
Re-tooling and component handling experience.
Understanding of forming principles including bend allowance and bend radius calculations.
Experience operating brake presses, punch presses, shears, heat shrink ovens, and related fabrication equipment.
Demonstrated proficiency in productivity, quality, and safety within a manufacturing environment.
Health Insurance including Medical and Dental
Health Care Spending Account (HCSA – dependent on the plan chosen)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Retirement plans
Paid Time off
Volunteering Time off
Employer Savings Plan Matching (includes RRSP, TFSA, and EPSP)
Employer Paid DC Pension
Maternity and Parental Leave Top-Up
Fitness Reimbursement Program
Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.
For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $51,840 - $76,200 CAD annually, with an annual target bonus of 4% of base salary.
This posting is for a newly created position within our organization.
At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.
If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (519) 618-4899.
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