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Colt is currently hiring for various positions – join the Colt Team today
COLT IS EXPANDING ITS WORKFORCE AND CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR EXPERIENCED CANDIDATES IN VARIOUS POSITIONS
JOB TITLE: CONTROLS ENGINEER
Established In 1965, Colt Automation is proud to be celebrating over 59 years developing, designing, manufacturing and installing the finest Coil Processing & Press Feed Line equipment to many of the most important manufacturers around the Globe, and small independent companies around the corner.
Over many decades, Colt has been on the vanguard of innovation for Press Feed & Coil Processing Equipment for metal stampers, introducing efficiencies and “design firsts” within the industry.
Colt’s sheet metal Coil Handling equipment includes: Uncoilers, Reels, Decoilers, Straighteners, Feeders, Cut-to-Length Lines, Space Saver Feed Lines, etc.
Colt Automation builds complete coil Feed Line solutions, processing a variety of materials from AHSS to Aluminum (and everything in between). Coil Widths: 6″ to 84″. Coil Weights: from 1,000 lbs. to 80,000 lbs.
In order to build long lasting and efficiently made products, it takes an enthusiast team of experts from a variety of departments to accomplish the collective goal together.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position requires the ability of developing and programming custom automated equipment. Capable of being a valuable, and productive part of the team on large, single and interconnected Feed Lines and Feed line machines. Provide technical support to external and internal customers. Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements, safety standards, PLC and servo controls.
DESIRED SKILLS:
• College/University in Electrical Engineering and or relevant education and experience
• Previous experience in a plant environment is an asset
• 5+ years experience in similar roles, preferable in the heavy equipment industry
• Proficient in electrical design, automation controls and sequential programming
• Must be able to work as part of a team
• Strong communication, analytical and critical evaluation skills
Colt Automation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
JOB TITLE: INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN
Established In 1965, Colt Automation is proud to be celebrating over 59 years developing, designing, manufacturing and installing the finest Coil Processing & Press Feed Line equipment to many of the most important manufacturers around the Globe, and small independent companies around the corner.
Over many decades, Colt has been on the vanguard of innovation for Press Feed & Coil Processing Equipment for metal stampers, introducing efficiencies and “design firsts” within the industry.
Colt’s sheet metal Coil Handling equipment includes: Uncoilers, Reels, Decoilers, Straighteners, Feeders, Cut-to-Length Lines, Space Saver Feed Lines, etc.
Colt Automation builds complete coil Feed Line solutions, processing a variety of materials from AHSS to Aluminum (and everything in between). Coil Widths: 6″ to 84″. Coil Weights: from 1,000 lbs. to 80,000 lbs.
In order to build long lasting and efficiently made products, it takes an enthusiast team of experts from a variety of departments to accomplish the collective goal together.
Panel builder, must be able to wire machines as per schematics, troubleshooting abilities, knowledge of safety wiring, PLC, VFD, etc.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
- Installs and repairs electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures in buildings
- Installs conduits and pipes to house electrical wires and cables
- Ensures piping complies with electrical codes
- Installs circuit breakers and other electrical hardware and connects wiring to them
- Connects electrical systems to powerlines to provide electricity to the building
- Tests electrical systems to ensure proper installation and operation
- Inspects electrical systems to determine whether repairs are needed
- Replaces conduit and wiring as needed
- Replaces circuit breakers as needed
- Maintain a safe and non-hazardous work environment at all times
- Performs other related duties as assigned
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Ability to read blueprints
- Extensive knowledge of electrical systems and wiring
- Ability to use hand tools and power tools
- Pride in work and work environment
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Flexibility, being able to handle multiple tasks
- Attention to detail
- Team Player, good attitude
- Proactive and motivated
- Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Must be physically capable of pulling wires and cables through conduits
- Completion of a formal apprenticeship and valid electricians license required
- Previous experience reading, interpreting and following electrical power schematics and blueprints
Colt Automation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
JOB TITLE: FIELD SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Established In 1965, Colt Automation is proud to be celebrating over 59 years developing, designing, manufacturing and installing the finest Coil Processing & Press Feed Line equipment to many of the most important manufacturers around the Globe, and small independent companies around the corner.
Over many decades, Colt has been on the vanguard of innovation for Press Feed & Coil Processing Equipment for metal stampers, introducing efficiencies and “design firsts” within the industry.
Colt’s sheet metal Coil Handling equipment includes: Uncoilers, Reels, Decoilers, Straighteners, Feeders, Cut-to-Length Lines, Space Saver Feed Lines, etc.
Colt Automation builds complete coil Feed Line solutions, processing a variety of materials from AHSS to Aluminum (and everything in between). Coil Widths: 6″ to 84″. Coil Weights: from 1,000 lbs. to 80,000 lbs.
In order to build long lasting and efficiently made products, it takes an enthusiast team of experts from a variety of departments to accomplish the collective goal together.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Field Service Technician drives services success that improves customer satisfaction. Providing service and customer support during field visits or dispatches.
Managing all on-site installation, repair, maintenance and test tasks. Diagnosing errors or technical problems and determining proper solutions.
Must have knowledge of PLCs, VFDs, Servo drives, Motors, mechanical abilities, able to travel throughout North America
DESIRED SKILLS:
• Completion of a formal apprenticeship and valid electricians license required
• 5+ years of previous experience reading, interpreting and following electrical power schematics and blueprints
• Extensive knowledge of electrical systems, panel controls and wiring
• Proficient in the use of test meters and other diagnostic equipment
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use specific hand tools and power tools
Colt Automation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
JOB TITLE: CNC LATHE / MILL MACHINIST
Established In 1965, Colt Automation is proud to be celebrating over 59 years developing, designing, manufacturing and installing the finest Coil Processing & Press Feed Line equipment to many of the most important manufacturers around the Globe, and small independent companies around the corner.
Over many decades, Colt has been on the vanguard of innovation for Press Feed & Coil Processing Equipment for metal stampers, introducing efficiencies and “design firsts” within the industry.
Colt’s sheet metal Coil Handling equipment includes: Uncoilers, Reels, Decoilers, Straighteners, Feeders, Cut-to-Length Lines, Space Saver Feed Lines, etc.
Colt Automation builds complete coil Feed Line solutions, processing a variety of materials from AHSS to Aluminum (and everything in between). Coil Widths: 6″ to 84″. Coil Weights: from 1,000 lbs. to 80,000 lbs.
In order to build long lasting and efficiently made products, it takes an enthusiast team of experts from a variety of departments to accomplish the collective goal together.
The CNC Machinist will operate precision CNC machinery to produce high quality parts per blueprints and engineering specifications. Colt has CNC Horizontal Milling, Lathe, and Boring Equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Fanuc Controls
- Responsible for inspecting machine parts
- Responsible for set-up editing
- Program (Conversational and/or G code) and set-up CNC machines
- Operate and troubleshoot CNC equipment to produce high quality parts by using blueprints, CAD models, verbal instructions, and/or sketches
- Design and fabricate basic fixtures and tools necessary for the parts being produced
- Follows Safety, Health and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Other duties, as assigned, or as business needs require
COMPETENCIES:
- Initiative and Creativity
- Judgement
- Cooperation/Teamwork
- Quality of Work
- Reliability
- Commitment to Safety
- Technical Knowledge/Job Knowledge
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field with coursework in purchasing and/or inventory control management, preferred
- At least five years of buying or purchasing experience required with supervisory experience preferred
- Proven negotiation skills
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory software
- Available to travel occasionally to visit vendors or different company locations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
- Experience working as a CNC Machinist is preferred, but willing to train the right candidate
- Must have strong problem solving and decision making skills
- Must have a strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to learn
- Manual lathe, mill, drill, and surface grinder experience an asset
- Manual machining skills an asset
Colt Automation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
JOB TITLE: MILLWRIGHT
Established In 1965, Colt Automation is proud to be celebrating over 59 years developing, designing, manufacturing and installing the finest Coil Processing & Press Feed Line equipment to many of the most important manufacturers around the Globe, and small independent companies around the corner.
Over many decades, Colt has been on the vanguard of innovation for Press Feed & Coil Processing Equipment for metal stampers, introducing efficiencies and “design firsts” within the industry.
Colt’s sheet metal Coil Handling equipment includes: Uncoilers, Reels, Decoilers, Straighteners, Feeders, Cut-to-Length Lines, Space Saver Feed Lines, etc.
Colt Automation builds complete coil Feed Line solutions, processing a variety of materials from AHSS to Aluminum (and everything in between). Coil Widths: 6″ to 84″. Coil Weights: from 1,000 lbs. to 80,000 lbs.
In order to build long lasting and efficiently made products, it takes an enthusiast team of experts from a variety of departments to accomplish the collective goal together.
JOB SUMMARY:
Sets up and operates a variety of milling machines to mill flat or curved surfaces on metal work pieces such as machines and parts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Respond to internal and external HR related inquiries or requests and provide assistance
• Studies blueprints or layouts on work piece to determine sequence of operations and finished dimensions of work piece
• Lifts and positions work piece on machine table and secures it
• Selects feed rate, cutting speed, depth of cut and milling cutter
• Mounts milling cutter in spindle and positions cutter and work piece in relation to each other
• Verifies alignment of work piece
• Turns handwheel to feed work piece to cutter or vice versa
• Turns valve handle to start flow of coolant or lubricant on work area, starts machine, and engages automatic feed
• Computes indexing ratios, sets up and operates dividing head to index work piece for such operations as milling helical cuts
• Mounts different tools in place of cutter and performs other operations such as drilling and boring
• Uses trigonometry to calculate dimensions as required
• Can work with Imperial or Metric systems
• Other duties may be assigned
Note: Colt’s boring mill is a manual TOS 100
Competitive pay and benefits offered. Monday to Friday: 40hrs.
Colt Automation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
JOB TITLE: HUMAN RESOURCES & OFFICE MANAGER
Established In 1965, Colt Automation is proud to be celebrating over 59 years developing, designing, manufacturing and installing the finest Coil Processing & Press Feed Line equipment to many of the most important manufacturers around the Globe, and small independent companies around the corner.
Over many decades, Colt has been on the vanguard of innovation for Press Feed & Coil Processing Equipment for metal stampers, introducing efficiencies and “design firsts” within the industry.
Colt’s sheet metal Coil Handling equipment includes: Uncoilers, Reels, Decoilers, Straighteners, Feeders, Cut-to-Length Lines, Space Saver Feed Lines, etc.
Colt Automation builds complete coil Feed Line solutions, processing a variety of materials from AHSS to Aluminum (and everything in between). Coil Widths: 6″ to 84″. Coil Weights: from 1,000 lbs. to 80,000 lbs.
In order to build long lasting and efficiently made products, it takes an enthusiast team of experts from a variety of departments to accomplish the collective goal together.
JOB SUMMARY:
This role also facilitates the efficient operation of the office by performing a variety of clerical, office management and human resources accountabilities.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
• Respond to internal and external HR related inquiries or requests and provide assistance
• Maintain records of personnel-related data (payroll, personal information, leaves, turnover rates etc.) in both paper and the database and ensure all employment requirements are met
• Coordinate Health & Safety mandatory requirements
• Support the recruitment/hiring process by sourcing candidates, performing background checks, issuing employment contracts etc.
• Assist supervisors in performance management procedures
• Perform orientations, onboarding and update records with new hires and company’s policies
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity
• Assist in ad-hoc HR projects
• Coordinate all necessary activities related to office management including monitor front desk activities and follow procedures for visitors. Ensure front desk is covered at all times
• Address internal and external customer’s requests professionally
• Maintain office equipment such as photocopier, fax machine, etc.
• Coordinate proactively local and international shipping including legal documentation
• Purchase, track, and invoice office supplies
• Perform administrative, bookkeeping, reservations (including travels), and clerical duties
• Maintain office organized and professionally set up
• Participate in other tasks and projects as required
DESIRED SKILLS:
• Post-secondary education in related field
• Minimum 5 years of proven work experience in Office Management and HR coordination
• Hands on experience with office management, bookkeeping procedures and customer service
• Proficiency in English (oral and written)
• Proficient is MS Office 365, particularly Excel and Word
• Excellent verbal communication skills, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Experience in human resources compliance and processes
• Understanding of administrative, clerical procedures and systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Good organizational and multitasking abilities, problem-solving skills, team player
• Familiarity with QuickBooks or any other accounting software and ERP, considered an asset
Colt Automation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
JOB TITLE: GENERAL MACHINIST
Established In 1965, Colt Automation is proud to be celebrating over 59 years developing, designing, manufacturing and installing the finest Coil Processing & Press Feed Line equipment to many of the most important manufacturers around the Globe, and small independent companies around the corner.
Over many decades, Colt has been on the vanguard of innovation for Press Feed & Coil Processing Equipment for metal stampers, introducing efficiencies and “design firsts” within the industry.
Colt’s sheet metal Coil Handling equipment includes: Uncoilers, Reels, Decoilers, Straighteners, Feeders, Cut-to-Length Lines, Space Saver Feed Lines, etc.
Colt Automation builds complete coil Feed Line solutions, processing a variety of materials from AHSS to Aluminum (and everything in between). Coil Widths: 6″ to 84″. Coil Weights: from 1,000 lbs. to 80,000 lbs.
In order to build long lasting and efficiently made products, it takes an enthusiast team of experts from a variety of departments to accomplish the collective goal together.
JOB SUMMARY:
The General Machinist will operate Manual Lathe Machinery. This position involves set up and operation of lathe and milling machines to prescribed tolerances. Operate conventional engine lathes, milling, grinding, drilling, sawing, and boring machines.
DESIRED SKILLS:
• General Machinist Certificate or equivalent experience
• At least 5+ years as a general machinist using the same or similar equipment
• Analytical problem solving skills
• Able to run and operate a conventional Lathe (turning machine) proficiently
• Work with surface grinders and radial drill
• Must be able to work overtime on occasional basis
• Ability to read & interpret blueprints, drawings, charts & tables
Colt Automation is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors, except where otherwise provided by law.
PEOPLE & CULTURE
Colt Automation celebrates over 59 years building the best coil processing Feed Line equipment using the latest technology. Colt is a vibrant, growing organization that relies on the best people to continue to develop and outpace the industry. Colt Automation’s philosophy of leading by example is one of many qualities of a “best in-class” organization. The reliability of our equipment has been the reason our customers return year after year.
Colt Automation Ltd. believes in the importance of diversity, inclusivity, and belonging. We value the unique experience that each person brings and believe that human differences make us stronger.
We strive to be a workplace where every person feels welcome and valued.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origins, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
Special accommodations for candidates with disabilities are available upon request. Should you need accommodation please contact our Human Resources office directly at: info@coltauto.com or call 905-625-6600
