Automation & Controls Technician
Straight Day Shift | $35 / hr | Excellent Total Rewards
Are you an experienced Automation & Controls Technician who wants cutting-edge technology without rotating shifts? This is a rare opportunity to join a stable, forward-thinking manufacturing environment where your expertise is valued, your schedule is predictable, and your compensation reflects your skill set.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Straight day shift
$35 / hour
Comprehensive benefits package
Pension plan
Profit-sharing program
Paid vacation
A clean, safety-first facility with modern automation and continuous improvement culture
What You’ll Do
As a key member of the maintenance and automation team, you’ll play a critical role in keeping advanced manufacturing systems running at peak performance.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair PLC-controlled systems , vision inspection equipment, barcoding systems, CNC machining centers, and electromechanical presses
Perform root cause analysis on electrical, mechanical, and automation issues and implement permanent corrective actions
Maintain and update PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and vision system configurations , including backups and documentation
Execute preventative and corrective maintenance to minimize downtime and improve production efficiency
Support the implementation, integration, and commissioning of new automation technologies
Provide hands‑on technical guidance and mentoring to junior technicians and apprentices
Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives focused on downtime reduction
What You Bring
Post‑secondary education in Electrical / Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation , or a related field
Certificate of Qualification in a recognised trade (Industrial Electrician, Millwright, Tool & Die Maker, Automation or Controls Technician)
5+ years of hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or automotive environment
Strong experience with :
PLC programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, or similar)
Barcoding systems integration
Electromechanical presses and automation cells
Solid mechanical aptitude with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Clear verbal and written communication skills
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