Magna
Automotive
Technician,Controls
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“Technician, Controls at Magna. Skills: PLC programming, Automation, Robotics, Machine vision. Program and troubleshoot PLCs. Increase uptime”
What You'll Achieve.
Increase uptime; Increase throughput; Increase efficiency; Increase quality; Ensure best quality frames produced; Improve line Safety; Improve line Quality; Improve line Productivity; Improve uptime; Improve repeatability
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting; Root cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Completion of Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technician course, Two year community college program, Certificate of Qualification in a recognized trade, Electrician trade, Millwright trade, Tool and Die Maker trade, Automation Technician trade, Controls Technician trade
What You'll Do.
Program and troubleshoot PLCs
Improve equipment utilization
Ensure quality frames produced
Promote Formet Expectations
Abide by rules and regulations
Contribute to continuous improvement
Contribute to cost reduction
Maintain safety standards
Perform duties safely
Troubleshoot PLCs on shop floor
Troubleshoot PLCs remotely
Create Standard PLC structures
Program Rockwell PLCs
Program FANUC material handling
Program MIG welding robotics
Program laser cutting robotics
Program Vision assisted handling
Integrate safe machine control
Design safety PLC architecture
Utilize AutoCAD for design
Support machine design content
Communicate using Ethernet
Communicate using IO link
Communicate using Profibus
Communicate using Profinet
Program data collection flow
Archive historian data
Read Data Matrix codes
Perform machine vision inspection
Program motion control
Program VFD applications
Provide mechanical support
Provide pneumatic support
Use hydraulic systems
Coordinate apprentices
Coordinate contractors
Update preventive maintenance procedures
Conduct activities professionally
Interact with team members
Identify design weaknesses
Implement design improvements
Develop procedures for training
Evaluate processes for uptime
Evaluate processes for repeatability
Evaluate downtime situations
Suggest improvements for downtime
Implement improvements for downtime
Evaluate potential risks
Plan issue resolution
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interact with team members; Production team members
Full Job Description
**Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.** ## **What we offer:** At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. ## ## ## ## **Group Summary:** Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market. **Job Responsibilities:** **Job Responsibilities:** **POSITION SUMMARY : ** PLC programming and troubleshooting to increase uptime, throughput, efficiency and quality. Maintaining, designing, developing and continuously improving our equipment and the utilization of technology to ensure the best quality frames are produced. This position is posted to fill an existing vacancy. **POSITION SALARY & BENEFITS: ** * $33.32 - $47.66 CAD Hourly (Wage Based on Experience) This range reflects only the base salary and does not include other components of our total compensation package, such as the Continuous Improvement Program, GRRSP Matching, MBC Program, and other variable benefits. * $2,000 Signing Bonus * Shifts rotate every 2 weeks between Days, Afternoons and Midnights. * Shift premiums of $0.85/hour (afternoons) and $1.35/hour (midnights). * Weekly pay via direct deposit. * Overtime (1.5x) after 40 hours worked (hourly). * Medical and dental benefits after 1 month of employment. **WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:** * Completion of an Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technician course or equivalent from a community or recognized college program
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