Automation Technician (PLC, Controls & Process Automation)

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London, ON

Full-Time | Permanent

$40.00 - 44.00/hr + Shift Premiums + Benefits

Keep Advanced Manufacturing Running at Peak Performance

We're partnering with a global manufacturing organization that operates highly automated, high-speed production systems serving international markets.

Due to continued growth and expansion, they are adding an Automation Technician to support automated production equipment, process controls, instrumentation systems, and plant-wide automation infrastructure.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on automation professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex systems, improving reliability, and working in a technically advanced manufacturing environment.

If you thrive on solving problems, maximizing uptime, and working with modern automation technologies, this role deserves a closer look.

Why Join?

• $40.00 - $44.00/hr

• Scheduled increase to $45.00+/hr

• Additional shift premiums

• Company-matched retirement program

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Telemedicine services

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Stable, long-term opportunity with a global manufacturer

• No travel required

What You'll Be Doing

Automation & Controls

• Troubleshoot and repair PLC, HMI, VFD, and servo-driven systems

• Support and modify PLC and HMI programs

• Diagnose faults involving sensors, instrumentation, and process controls

• Calibrate process instrumentation and control devices

• Maintain industrial communication networks and automation infrastructure

• Support new equipment commissioning and automation improvements

Production Equipment Support

• Troubleshoot and support automated production systems

• Maintain high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment

• Support robotics, conveyors, vision systems, and automated process equipment

• Collaborate with maintenance and engineering teams during equipment failures and downtime events

• Assist with process optimization and equipment upgrades

Reliability & Continuous Improvement

• Execute preventative maintenance activities

• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions

• Analyze downtime trends and improve equipment reliability

• Recommend automation improvements that increase productivity and uptime

• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the facility

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

• Support lockout/tagout procedures and safe work practices

• Maintain accurate maintenance and troubleshooting documentation

• Assist with audits, quality initiatives, and operational excellence programs

What We're Looking For

Required

• Diploma or Certificate in Automation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation & Control, or related field

• 3+ years of industrial automation experience

• Strong PLC troubleshooting experience

• Experience with HMIs, VFDs, servo systems, and industrial controls

• Ability to read electrical schematics and P&IDs

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills

Strong Assets

• Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 experience

• Omron Sysmac experience

• Instrumentation calibration experience

• Process manufacturing experience

• Packaging automation experience

• Robotics experience

• CMMS experience

• Industrial networking experience

Technologies You'll Work With

• Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7

• Omron Sysmac

• PLCs

• HMIs

• VFDs

• Servo Systems

• Process Instrumentation

• Ethernet/IP

• Profinet

• Profibus

• Modbus

• Vision Inspection Systems

• Robotics

Ideal Backgrounds

Candidates from the following industries are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Food & Beverage Manufacturing

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

• Medical Device Manufacturing

• Chemical Processing

• Plastics Manufacturing

• Packaging Operations

• Continuous Process Manufacturing

• Consumer Products Manufacturing

Who Will Thrive Here?

• Automation Technicians who enjoy hands-on troubleshooting

• Controls professionals who want exposure to advanced manufacturing systems

• Individuals who enjoy solving complex technical problems

• Professionals focused on reliability, uptime, and continuous improvement

• Technicians seeking long-term stability within a global organization

Apply Today

If you're an Automation Technician looking for a technically challenging role with advanced manufacturing systems, competitive compensation, and long-term career growth, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Apply today to learn more.