Automation Technician

Give & Go Prepared Foods is a leading, and growing, North American manufacturer of baked goods. It’s an exciting time to part of the Give & Go team as we are growing rapidly and want you to become a part of our growth and extraordinarily bright future!

Job Overview :

The Automation Technician is responsible for focusing on process improvement, PLC, robotic, HMI programming, instrumentation and calibration, implementation, troubleshooting, and maintaining backup programming and parameters of all automation devices.

The individual will also backup the Maintenance Supervisor and all Technicians, should emergency and non-emergency support be required.

This includes regular, off-shift, and weekend coverage as required.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide a high level of automation & and control knowledge on troubleshooting communication issues between field devices, communication networks, process lines, PLC, and SCADA systems
• PLC / SCADA Programming; review, analyze, and revise existing programs as required through proper approval channels. Create new reports and modify existing reports, as required to take ownership and accountability for issues and make sure issues, follow-up actions, and / or resolutions are conveyed to his / her team, managers and supervisors, peers, vendors, and coordinators, till being resolved
• Troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain electrical, and electronic equipment, instrumentation, automation devices as well as computerized / controls systems (HMI, PCs, PLCs, VFDs, vision systems & network) related to production / material handling / utility machinery and systems
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) on complicated and / or recurring automation failure modes. This will include reaching out to 3rd party, performing risk analysis, evaluating potential causes, and assessing data
• Responsible for implementing and executing a solid system for the backup of all programs and associated parameters for all automation devices with the most secure and effective way to store them
• Responsible for setting up and implementing a calibration process for entire instrumentation and automation devices and their control components
• Responsible for Change Management by documenting all modifications and updates on all automation-related programs, parameters, and devices on PLCs, CMMS, and other company-provided tools and portals
• Support, organize and maintain drawings and specifications of process control narratives, P&ID’s and schematics, instrumentation and calibration, loop diagrams and I / O lists through PLC, CMMS, Maintenance Library, and other company-provided tools and portals

Recipe for Success :

• Completion of a university degree in Engineering, with a specialization in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics
• Minimum 5 years of direct control automation experience
• Licensed Industrial Electrician (442A) or Construction Maintenance Electrician (309A) is a strong asset.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with PLCs (Allen Bradley; Siemens), Controls, and PCs · Possess technical capabilities to troubleshoot industrial automation devices in a timely manner
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical periodicals, procedures, electrical schematics, process & and instrumentation drawings, control panel drawings, engineering drawings, and government regulations
• Strong knowledge of PLC / VFDs / HMI Programming, industrial networks configuration / troubleshooting, MySQL, MSSQL, and AutoCAD skills are necessary
• Knowledge of Motion Control : Primarily Allen-Bradley and Robot Programming : Fanuc, ABB would be an asset · Strong working knowledge of servo motor controls
• Good understanding of mechanical, hydraulics, and pneumatics applications · Strong computer (MS Office) skills
• Able to take technical direction, as well as work independently and / or in a team environment · Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, as well as highly organized and results oriented
• Strong analytical skills including troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills to effectively lead teams to quickly identify issues, causes, and sustainable corrective action

What we can offer :

• It’s an exciting time to be part of the Give & Go team as we are growing rapidly and want you to become a part of our growth and extraordinarily bright future.
• As we grow, we are committed to preserving the parts of our diversity & culture that is unique, people-focused and are core to our success at every size.

Our values of Quality, Direct Communication, and Respect mean something.

• Learning and growth; we are working to create an environment where sharing new ideas, experimenting and learning from each other is strongly encouraged.
• Competitive benefits, along with work, life balance!

Great people, baking great products, for a great future.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply directly. Give and Go is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants and employees regardless of race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences (for which a pardon has been granted), disability, marital or family status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us directly to provide your contact information.

While we appreciate all resume submissions, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.