Team Lead - Automation Technician

Vention helps some of the most innovative manufacturing companies automate their production floor in just a few days. Vention's online-first manufacturing automation platform (MAP) enables its clients to design, automate, order, and deploy manufacturing equipment directly from their web browser.

Vention is headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with offices in Berlin and Boston, and is used in over 3,000 factories on 5 continents. As one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures and Great Place to Work, we are a performance driven culture that cares deeply about happiness. We like ambitious goals, facts & data, and constructive debates. But at the same time, we know that we can’t repeatedly push ourselves if we are not surrounded by an uplifting and caring work environment. Those two sides of our culture, feed each other and are safeguarded with the same level of attention. Our values & principles include: 

• We make our clients successful  - we look at ourselves from the customer's point of view and strive to create an exceptional customer experience
• We execute and deliver - we set ambitious goals for ourselves and are energized about meeting them
• We debate, then commit - we challenge our own perspectives and ideas in pursuit of the best solutions
• We innovate to inspire - we value innovation in products, user experiences, and business practices
• We collaborate to achieve more - we work as one team to achieve more than we would on our own
• We empower our people to reach their full potential - we hold ourselves to high standards but know when to celebrate progress & achievements

As a Team Lead - Automation Technician you'll be key to driving our fast-paced robotic and automation projects. In our startup environment, you'll combine hands-on technical work with leadership and guiding a team to deliver high-impact solutions. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality, while making a tangible impact on our growth and success.

More specifically the role includes but is not limited to:

• Planning daily and weekly tasks for the technician team.
• Committing 50% of time to the assembly, integration, and deployment of projects
• Ensure quality standards are maintained. 
• Document issues and provide feedback on all aspects of a project.
• Being the technical resource/point of contact for any issue regarding assembly, integration, testing, packaging and deployment of robotic and automation projects.
• Integration of automation components and configuration of automated systems.
• Conducting analysis of issues, suggesting/implementing solutions and documenting effort to implement fixes.
• Execution of on-site deployment and client support activities.
• Quality control activities prior to shipping customer products.
• Collaboration with the Project Managers to plan resources (timeline, space, deployment schedules, etc)
• Owner of the work space, ensuring it is well-organized and efficient
• Help to implement and enforce health & safety initiatives as well as guidelines
• Continuously improve cleanliness and organization of the space, tools, and parts
• Ensuring efficient cross-departmental collaboration
• Identify the strengths of the team members and encourage collaboration to share knowledge
• Support with hiring, growing and developing a team of passionate, coachable and curious technicians.
• Assimilate well into Vention culture and maintain a positive attitude in the face of obstacles.
• Be the role model for what a great Automation Technician is in terms of performance, time management, skills, knowledge, attitude and work ethic. Lead by example and inspire the wider team to follow you and operate at your level.
• Up to 20% of travel on-site

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a fast-paced work environment
• Technical diploma in mechanical engineering, automation or robotics
• Proactive problem solver, capable of identifying/reporting issues and generating solutions
• Attention to detail in the context of customer satisfaction
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and teamwork skills

How We Take Care of You

• Flexible paid time off 
• Complimentary beverages and snacks so that you are fueled and ready for your day
• Global comprehensive health plans so you feel your best
• Career growth opportunities. Your future matters.
• Fun-filled social events curated based on diverse interests for our team to celebrate together. From sponsored sports teams to trivia nights
• Time off to volunteer and give back to your community.

What to Expect in Your Interview

• Initial Call
• Meet the Team
• Challenge
• Decision & Offer

‍Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Our culture is an uplifting environment for high achievers. The fast-paced, high-performance environment will give you the opportunity to build products, processes and strategies that will have a lasting impact.

When you join Vention, you join a team of professionals with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives. Together, we strive to nurture a supportive and inclusive work environment for all. We push each other to achieve extraordinary results and forge long term relationships as a result of the intensity and passion. 

We’re passionate about helping you do your best work. Claim your seat and find out what you can do!

If you're unsure if your experience perfectly matches our job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway! We are happy to chat and get to know you better while you can understand the role as well!