Our client, located in 40 countries worldwide, is the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality food and confectionery products. We are proud to partner with them in the search for their next team member. Please find the job description below.
Title - Automation Controls Engineer/Technician PLC HMI Programming
Location – Brantford, ON
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Reporting – Maintenance Manager
Industry – Food
Salary Depends on experience
Advantages
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
Schedule:
• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Responsibilities
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
•Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.
•Strong skill set with AB programmable logic controllers (SLC, PLC, and Control Logix families), (Siemens S7 a Plus) as well as Human Interface (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View and Wonderware.
•Ability to configure, test, troubleshoot and commission AB and Siemens VFDs.
•Configure, troubleshoot, and commission PLC and HMI-based control systems with the ability to make minor programming changes.
•Direct and oversee the maintenance of programs for PLCs and PCs coordinating with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, Information Technology staff, and Production and Maintenance personnel.
•Guide and train others with less experience through mentoring.
•Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA safety practices.
•Understand the plant electrical criteria, standards and company guidelines.
•Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, level switches, valve actuators and positioners and weighting systems.
•Enforce PLC/HMI policy/procedures.
•Document system modifications in order to maintain an accurate registry of modifications.
•Ability to adhere to GMPs and all other food safety requirements.
•Ensures compliance with all food and employee safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, LANGUAGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
•Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE / TECHNICAL OR FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
•At least 3 years of related automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs, and general control system design.
•Experience in the food industry is a plus.
•In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, Siemens and PLCs.
•Experience with Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC500) PLCs, PanelView/PanelviewPlus HMIs, Industrial Communication Networks (Ethernet, EthenetI/P, DeviceNet, DH+, etc.) is required.
•Experience with FactoryTalk Suite, Wonderware Suite, and VisualBasic/C#/Java is a plus.
•Knowledge of Measuring instruments (Micrometer, calipers, Tape Measure Thread Gauges).
•Ability to support a 24/7 365 production facility.
Summary
The Electrical & Automation Controls Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager. This position is responsible for the electrical controls and process programming of plant infrastructure and production equipment. The Electrical & Automation Controls Technician is cognizant and understanding of food and employee safety and ensures application in their daily routine.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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Our client, located in 40 countries worldwide, is the world's leading manufacturer of high-quality food and confectionery products. We are proud to partner with them in the search for their next team member. Please find the job description below.
Title - Automation Controls Engineer/Technician PLC HMI Programming
Location – Brantford, ON
Reporting – Maintenance Manager
Industry – Food
Salary Depends on experience
Advantages
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care
Schedule:
• 8-hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Responsibilities
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES & SCOPE
•Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.
•Strong skill set with AB programmable logic controllers (SLC, PLC, and Control Logix families), (Siemens S7 a Plus) as well as Human Interface (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View and Wonderware.
•Ability to configure, test, troubleshoot and commission AB and Siemens VFDs.
...
•Configure, troubleshoot, and commission PLC and HMI-based control systems with the ability to make minor programming changes.
•Direct and oversee the maintenance of programs for PLCs and PCs coordinating with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, Information Technology staff, and Production and Maintenance personnel.
•Guide and train others with less experience through mentoring.
•Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA safety practices.
•Understand the plant electrical criteria, standards and company guidelines.
•Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, level switches, valve actuators and positioners and weighting systems.
•Enforce PLC/HMI policy/procedures.
•Document system modifications in order to maintain an accurate registry of modifications.
•Ability to adhere to GMPs and all other food safety requirements.
•Ensures compliance with all food and employee safety policies and procedures.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, LANGUAGE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
•Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE / TECHNICAL OR FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
•At least 3 years of related automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs, and general control system design.
•Experience in the food industry is a plus.
•In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, Siemens and PLCs.
•Experience with Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC500) PLCs, PanelView/PanelviewPlus HMIs, Industrial Communication Networks (Ethernet, EthenetI/P, DeviceNet, DH+, etc.) is required.
•Experience with FactoryTalk Suite, Wonderware Suite, and VisualBasic/C#/Java is a plus.
•Knowledge of Measuring instruments (Micrometer, calipers, Tape Measure Thread Gauges).
•Ability to support a 24/7 365 production facility.
Summary
The Electrical & Automation Controls Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager. This position is responsible for the electrical controls and process programming of plant infrastructure and production equipment. The Electrical & Automation Controls Technician is cognizant and understanding of food and employee safety and ensures application in their daily routine.
Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.
Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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