Automation and Instrument Technician

Cargill; High River; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food processing company in High River is seeking an Automation and Instrumentation Technician to provide troubleshooting expertise and support project programming. Ideal candidates will have experience with PLC systems, a strong understanding of automation, and the ability to work in varied environmental conditions. This full-time role includes benefits like paid vacation and health care.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Extended Health & Dental

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada.
• Ability to perform physical job duties safely.
• Experience troubleshooting a range of automation or instrumentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide troubleshooting expertise in automation and electrical areas.
• Learn facility functions for continuous knowledge and experience.
• Manage troubleshooting tools and documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting expertise

Understanding of automation

Programming experience with PLC systems

Ability to communicate in English

Physical endurance (lifting, bending)

Education

High School diploma or Equivalent

Tools

SAP

Allen-Bradley control systems

Job description

Overview

New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196.

Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.

Location

High River, AB

Job Type

Full Time

Shift(s) Available

Rotating

Salary

$43.70/hr

Note: If you are an internal candidate, please notify your supervisor prior to applying for this position. If selected for an interview, you will be required to submit signed copies of your last two performance reviews.

Benefits Information

• Benefits are based in our Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Vacation
• Extended Health & Dental
• Vision Care
• Pension Plan
• Short-term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Principal Accountabilities

• Provide troubleshooting expertise in the areas of automation, electrical and instrumentation in support of the plant
• Learn the facility functions (both the processes and the service groups) to continuously gain knowledge and experience in automation, electrical and instrumentation
• Provide programming and configuration expertise to support projects
• Management of troubleshooting tools and documentation
• Provide work orders and part number for SAP
• Tracking projects to completion including documentation
• Understanding and adhering to all safety rules and regulations
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned
• Navigational and programming experience with Allen Bradley and PLC systems

Required Qualifications

• Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
• Cargill requires that employees be a minimum of 18 years old
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 50 lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting safely, with or without a reasonable accommodation
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor conditions which may include heat, cold, dust, loud, noise, etc., with the use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work in elevated areas (4 feet and above)
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, different shifts, and holidays with advance notice
• Basic ability to use a computer
• Experience troubleshooting a range of automation or instrumentation systems

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or Equivalent
• Experience with SAP or a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Possess a valid Canadian full class 5 driver’s licence in good standing authorizing you to drive independently during the course of your employment
• Knowledge of configuring and programming a variety of control systems including PLC and HMI systems (Allen-Bradley)
• Three years of working experience in Automation and Instrumentation
• Experience working in a food processing facility environment
• Experience troubleshooting programming technologies, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD)
• Experience working on scales, printers, cameras, and scanners
• Experience with ControlNet, Device Net, Ethernet
• Instrumentation Certification

Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement.

Cargill is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing accommodation to our job applicants with disabilities.

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