Introduction
Our client, a leading Canadian bakery known for its innovative plant-based, sprouted-grain breads and commitment to healthy, sustainable food production, is seeking a Robotics Commissioning Specialist. You’ll be the key link between the design team and production operations. You’ll take ownership of installing, testing, and commissioning robotic systems — ensuring a smooth handoff to plant teams and optimizing efficiency, quality, and safety.
The successful candidate will collaborate with engineers, maintenance, and production leaders to troubleshoot, adapt, and fine-tune robots in a live environment.
Responsibilities
- Commission, install, and validate new robotic systems on site
- Collaborate with design and operations teams to adapt robots to production conditions
- Train maintenance staff and document procedures for long-term support
- Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and control issues during installation and ramp-up
- Ensure all work meets safety, code, and company quality standards
- Support continuous improvement and optimization of automated equipment
Requirements
- Diploma or degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, or Automation Engineering (or related discipline)
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in robotics commissioning, integration, or industrial automation
- Strong electro-mechanical aptitude and ability to read electrical drawings
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs
- Exposure to Kawasaki, Fanuc, ABB, or Yaskawa robotic systems
- Familiarity with Inventor or SolidWorks for mechanical design review
- Excellent troubleshooting, teamwork, and communication skills
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and comfortable in a fast-paced production environment
- Low-voltage electrical design or AutoCAD experience is an asset
- Knowledge of ROS or collaborative robotics is an asset
- Food manufacturing or packaging line experience is an asset
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