PLC Automation Technician, Greater Toronto Area

PLC & PROCESS TECHNICIAN

AUTOMATION & ROBOTICS MANAGER

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE:

Design and development of PLC and HMI programs and the start up, commission and improvement of production equipment

SCOPE:

· Works independently and interdependently within various interdepartmental teams

RESPONSIBILITIES/EFFORTS

· Supports continuous improvement projects by analyzing root causes and implement solutions to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and reliability.

· Complete improvements for error proofing and design function for all new and existing equipment as required

· Programming, commissioning, and testing of Rockwell, Siemens, and Omron PLC and HMI programs, which may include associated manufacturing equipment such as motion control, vision, RFID, scanners/readers, measurement, and instrumentation equipment.

· Responsible for maintaining, developing, and following company's control standards, templates, and programming libraries.

· Troubleshooting/diagnosing of Process issues and perform root cause analysis

· Perform daily checks as required on all equipment as instructed

· Assist operators in the day-to-day functions of the machines

· Ensuring Operator settings are correct and working when a machine stops or fails

· Work closely with the shift Supervisor to improve process efficiency, quality, and reliability.

· Performs all duties as assigned in accordance with and adherence to the IATF/TS 16949 Quality System Standard

· Follows Policies, Procedures and Work Instructions as outlined in the Quality Systems Manual and Employee Handbook

· Performs all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all health, safety, 5S and housekeeping guidelines and rules;

· Reports all unsafe & unhealthy conditions to Management or a member of the Joint Health & Safety Committee

· Performs other tasks as required

4. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE/ PREREQUISITES

· Post-secondary education in related field (Mechanical Engineering, skilled trade, etc.)

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in working as a PLC Programmer/Process Technician role in a similar Assembly/Robotic/Welding environment

· Proficient knowledge of PLC programming (i.e. ABB)

5. PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE

· Understanding of machinery safety, programming of safety devices with safety PLC

· Mechanical and Electrical knowledge to understand process operations

· Strong ability to work with hand tools to adjust dies and sensors

· Excellent grasp on how HMI and buttons and sensor can affect the cell

· Knowledge of machine guarding and safety devices

· Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits and devices an asset

· Experience with stamping presses an asset

· Familiarity with preventative and predictive maintenance techniques