Press Tech Lead - Job Description
Job Title: Press Tech Lead
Reporting to: Mr. Venkata Zagabathuni
NOC Code: 72010
Number of Openings: 1
Type of Position: Permanent; Full-time
Term: Permanent
Salary: $38.00 CAD - $40.00 CAD per hour depending on experience
Benefits: 3 weeks of paid vacation per year in accordance with provincial employment standards and company policy. Eligible for health and dental benefits in accordance with company policy.
Hours: 40 hours per week
Employer: Martinrea Automotive Inc., o/a Alfield Industries, a division of Martinrea
International Inc.
Business Address: 30 Aviva Park Drive, Vaughan, ON, L4L 9C7
Work Location: 30 Aviva Park Drive, Vaughan, ON, L4L 9C7
Website address: www.martinrea.com
Contact email: venkata.zagabathuni@martinrea.com
About us:
Martinrea is a global leader in automotive and industrial manufacturing and an essential part of the North American supply chain, supporting high-volume, non-seasonal production across multiple manufacturing sectors. The company plays a critical role in producing automotive and industrial components that support the safe and efficient movement of goods and people across Canada, the United States, India, and internationally. Without the parts manufactured by Martinrea, the vehicles and equipment used in transportation, agriculture, construction, and industrial operations could not function effectively.
Established in 2001, Martinrea Canada is headquartered at 3210 Langstaff Road, Vaughan, Ontario. The organization has grown significantly over the past two decades and now operates 56 manufacturing, engineering, and technical centre locations in 10 countries, including Canada, the United States, India, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain, South Africa, Japan, and China. Together, these global operations employ more than 19,000 employees.
Martinrea's customer portfolio includes some of the world's largest and most respected automotive and industrial companies, such as General Motors (GM), Ford, BMW, John Deere, Caterpillar, and Bombardier. These longstanding partnerships reflect Martinrea's reputation for high-quality manufacturing, operational excellence, and innovative engineering solutions.
For more information about Martinrea and its global operations, please visit www.martinrea.com.
Duties and responsibilities
The Press Tech Lead will be responsible for the following duties:
- Supervise, coordinate, and oversee stamping press line operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production of metal components.
- Schedule daily work activities and coordinate press operations with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to meet production targets and operational requirements.
- Monitor automated press systems, identify mechanical, tooling, or feed-related issues, and coordinate corrective actions to minimize downtime and maintain production continuity.
- Operate, monitor, and adjust stamping press equipment using Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
- Troubleshoot press-related equipment issues and perform minor operational adjustments within established parameters, while escalating complex technical issues to qualified Maintenance or Engineering personnel as required.
- Oversee and coordinate preventive maintenance activities and mechanical adjustments on stamping press equipment to support continuous production.
- Supervise, mentor, and train press operators and technicians on safe operating procedures, equipment use, and production best practices.
- Ensure that standards for safe working conditions are observed at all times, including compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, O.Reg. 851 for Industrial Establishments, and internal safety policies.
- Enforce established operational procedures, quality standards, and company policies related to press operations, equipment handling, and workplace conduct.
- Coordinate with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, and Maintenance teams to support the implementation and operation of press equipment and systems within established manufacturing processes.
- Monitor press equipment performance to identify potential quality issues or production inefficiencies and recommend corrective measures to improve productivity and workflow.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including Kaizen activities, problem-solving exercises, time studies, and process reviews, to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Maintain accurate production records, preventive maintenance checklists, equipment history logs, and other operational documentation.
- Prepare production reports and operational summaries for management review as required.
- Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including Health and Safety, Quality and Environmental Systems, Human Resources policies, and the Martinrea Employee Handbook.
This position does not require any provincial license or certification in Ontario.
Qualifications:
- Completion of secondary school is required.
- Minimum of 1+ years of hands-on experience in stamping, metal forming, or manufacturing, combined with prior experience in machining or related processes.
- Industrial Aptitude: Strong understanding of PLC systems, servo drives, and machine prints.
- Expertise in PLC Control Systems, including Rockwell, Siemens, and Bosch
- Excellent organizational and time management skills;
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), MS Project, and MS Vision;
- Advanced Excel skills;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills;
- Proficient in Operating Systems: Windows, Linux;
- Talent to work independently and draw from experience with minimal supervision.
- Ability to lead a team and work in a team environment, strong coordinating and organizing skills.
- Ability to follow standardized work instructions and problem solve technical issues.
- Knowledge of production and quality systems.
- Knowledge of customer specific requirements and IATF16949 management system.
- Proficiency in ISO14001 and ISO45001.
How to Apply:
To be considered for this position, please email your resume to venkata.zagabathuni@martinrea.com with the subject line: "Press Tech Lead."
We appreciate your interest in joining Martinrea Automotive Inc., o/a Alfield Industries, a division of Martinrea International Inc. While we thank all applicants for their submissions, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
