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Automation Controls Technician

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Automation Controls Technician ensures proper operation of casting equipment using automation interfaced with PLC based equipment.

Performance Expectations

• Understands that s/he is responsible for his/her own safety, as well as others working in the area.
• Provides first response on-floor manufacturing support.
• Communicates with Robotics Safety SPA to ensure a safe workplace.
• Assist in startup of new automated cell installations.
• Identify opportunities to improve uptime and reduce costs.
• General duties will include:
• Caster PLC programming and troubleshooting, caster robot, MU Robot support and troubleshooting, MU Machine Vision support, MU Cell, and Casting Cell changeover.
• HMI programming and troubleshooting
• PLC integration to axillary devices, such as Cameras, Safety scanners, Etc.
• PLC Ladder logic programming to support equipment.
• Coordinate with IT for production / PLC network communications
• Observes and practices all applicable lockout/tagout requirements during all activities.
• Observes equipment for malfunction and adjusts or repairs as needed to allow equipment to operate at maximum efficiency, within operating parameters, safely and correctly.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desirable Characteristics:

• Must be self-motivated with an ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions.
• Ability to communicate with all levels within plant.
• Must possess mechanical, electrical and computer aptitude.
• Basic computer skills including Word, Excel & email.

Required Credentials:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic understanding of casting operations is required.
• Basic PLC programming and troubleshooting required.
• Prior robotic or maintenance experience is required.

Work Environment:

• The job works in conditions with constant exposure to noise, odors, dust, drafts, and chemicals.
• May include seasonally hot and humid conditions for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Bending/Twisting 40%
• Standing 100%
• Walking 50%
• Reaching 10%
• Lifting 15%
• Stooping 5%

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: Hourly full-time position 40 hours per week with overtime or weekend hours as needed to support production.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Social committees and sports teams.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder, to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.

Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.