This is WITRON
The WITRON group is a strong partner for highly automated logistic systems. From planning to realization and up to maintenance. Our teams – far more than just mechanics, electronic technicians, mechatronic engineers – follow the beat and lend a hand with our high-tech systems. Professional and perfectly equipped with full power in finding the best solution.
Founded in 1971, WITRON has become an international leader in automated storage logistics with more than 6,100 colleagues worldwide tending to the planning, realization, and maintenance of our highly automated systems. Our teams act as professionals who are perfectly equipped with full power for finding the best solution to the specific needs of each of our customers.
Our growing Canadian division now has close to 600 employees. Our corporate culture, which is characterized by passion, cooperation, and the drive to move things forward, has allowed us to offer 200 internal promotions to our Canadian employees in recent years.
APPLY and JOIN a dynamic team in a fascinating high-tech environment facing new and exciting challenges daily.
We offer you
v A performance-related remuneration system: WITRON bonus, pension plan & social benefits
v Attractive group benefits coverage: health, dental, life insurance, income replacement coverage due to disability, to name a few
v An appreciative work environment: Flat hierarchies, personal culture, trust & respect
v Development opportunities: Training, further education & talent factory
v Safety: Family business & future-proof industry
v Challenges: Multifaceted tasks, high-tech & innovative ideas
v Competitive salary range of $56,160 - $81,120 annually
Your role in our team
The opportunities for motivated employees are unlimited! As our team and structure grow, you'll also have the chance to express your interest to progress into Team Management and Support roles.
Working as part of a cross functional team, you'll primarily support daily operations by resolving system faults of both technical and operational nature to maximize system performance.
On any given day, this may include:
v Monitoring, operation, fault correction and housekeeping of automated material handling equipment in a fast-paced production environment.
v Troubleshoot basic mechanical, electrical and computer system issues and escalates as appropriate, coach and mentor the production team to increase knowledge.
v Maximize system performance and up-time through effective execution of all maintenance related activities.
v Investigate and resolve system material flow issues working in partnership with the operational production team.
v Facilitate continuous improvement activities through broad system knowledge and site-specific enhancements.
Ideal candidate profile
v A genuine interest in automation and technology, with the aptitude to learn new concepts and procedures.
v Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude (ideally trade qualified – Industrial Electricians and Millwrights)
v Familiar with electrics/mechanics in drive technology (motors/gears)
v Familiar with control technology (PLC/controls/inverters)
v General knowledge of wiring diagrams and electrical measuring
v Must be willing and able to work days, evenings and nights including weekends and holidays
v Must be willing to work in cold environment up to -28° C
v Demonstrated commitment to safety, attention to detail and critical thinking.
v Frequent walking, climbing, squatting, kneeling, and standing for long periods of time.
v Working at heights of up to 30 meters (wearing fall-arrest gear and other PPE).
v Lifting, pulling, pushing up to 25kgs unassisted.
WITRON is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the Human Resources department if any accommodations are needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
