Automation Specialist

The Opportunity :

The Automation Specialist is responsible for supporting the automation actions for the facility. The automation actions will include system backups and disaster recovery, production support, department training and continuous improvement initiatives. The Automation / Controls Specialist will play a key role in supporting the plant to improve equipment efficiency and optimize manufacturing effectiveness.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by November 20. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life :

• Primary Support for distributed, local process control and monitoring automation systems
• Effectively troubleshoot any HMI, PLC, Remote IO, VFD, electronic control-related and communication network issues within the facility
• Provide input on equipment installation, total predictive / preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of SCADA, PCS, MES, BAS systems
• Maintain plant control and monitoring automation systems by updating documentation and keeping current backups of all machine and robot related control systems
• Maintain asset center repository to ensure all backups are synchronized
• Maintain all equipment related and computer integration software to ensure all revisions are current
• Provide support for all departments when launching new programs
• Liaison with engineering department on all equipment modifications
• Design electrical schematics in AutoCAD format for any equipment changes
• Competent to troubleshoot equipment in the plant locally or through VPN access when required.
• Mentor team members when required to work through and solve equipment controls related issues
• Be comfortable with the Escalation procedure and understand the requirement of receiving after hours calls from time to time
• Work with Maintenance team to establish programs to mentor and develop Maintenance support team to enhance knowledge and skills of Automated equipment
• Develop contingency support plan for all Maintenance Team members. Adequate knowledge transfer between all team members on plant equipment
• Maintain equipment level network systems to align with Corporate IS protocols and requirements.
• Manage and support facility Building Automation System

What You’ll Bring :

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods :