Your ROLE IN OUr team
Under the supervision of the Maintenance Manager, the Automation Technician will be responsible for providing technical support and facilitate operation of SOPREMA’s automated systems. They will work closely with all technical team members to facilitate operation of the plant’s automation systems.

THE CHALLENGES WE HAVE FOR YOU

Working knowledge of Ontario electrical code

Assist with day-to-day operation, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of automation systems

Assist with CI improvement initiatives

Disassemble and reassemble PLCs or peripheral equipment to make repairs such as replacement of defective circuit boards, sensors, controllers, encoders, and servomotors

Troubleshoot PLC systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics

Determine causes of operational problems or failures

Install, program, or repair programmable controllers, VFD’s, sensors and other controls devices

Maintain a Project/Activity Database

Knowledge, experience, and troubleshooting with machine automation (design and programming)

Other tasks as assigned

THE SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Your Education :





Licensed 442A 0r 309A electrician, or Electrical Engineering/Technician degree/diploma.

Your Knowledge :

Solid understanding of the technical fundamentals of programming of Allen Bradley PLCs and HMIs.

SCADA experience would be an asset

IT infrastructure experience would be an asset

Understanding of electrical/electronic schematic diagrams, blueprints, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems

Your Skills And Attitudes :

Excellent computer skills; Proficient with Microsoft Office suite an asset

Excellent communication (verbal & written)

Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization clearly and effectively.

Able to work independently and in group efficiently to meet deadlines

Self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized

Work Conditions :

Exposure to seasonal temperature fluctuations

Occasional exposure to dust and asphalt odors

Required use of PPE (hearing protection, safety glasses, high vis shirts/vests, safety footwear) as well as fall protection and dust masks on occasion

Regularly required to bend, twist, climb, stand, and occasionally lift weight of 50lbs

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📌 AUTOMATION TECHNICIAN (Ontario)
🏢 Colonial Group
📍 Ontario