Automation Technician (Afternoon Shift)

Toyoda Gosei Americas; Palmerston; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TG Minto Corporation is seeking an Automation Technician to support production in a Just-In-Time lean manufacturing environment in Palmerston, Ontario. The role focuses on maintaining automated equipment, improving recovery times, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

You will work with a cross-functional maintenance team to ensure safe, efficient operation and opportunities to grow within the automotive manufacturing sector.

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant mechanical and/or electrical qualifications (minimum trade or associate diploma in automation/mechatronics).
• Experience with SCADA and PLC programming is essential.
• Experience with Beckhoff TwinCAT 3 and IEC 61131-3 languages is an asset.
• OACETT certification would be an asset.
• Familiarity with robotic systems and industrial control including teach pendant navigation and fault diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current automation systems and improve recovery times.
• Contribute ideas to drive future success and continuous improvement.
• Work with cross-functional teams to address issues.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on automated equipment.
• Overtime as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical troubleshooting

SCADA/PLC programming

Robotics integration

Electrical schematics

English communication

Education

Trade certification

Associate Diploma in Automation / Mechatronics

Tools

Beckhoff TwinCAT 3

Job description

TG Minto Corporation we continually strive to improve, change and challenge. Valuing the hard work of our Skilled Trades Team and recognizing the importance of the role they play in supporting our plant. TG Minto is a proud division of Toyoda Gosei, a world-class automotive supplier. With locations in Palmerston and Stratford Ontario, we are a Tier1 supplier of injection molded interior/exterior parts & assemblies to Toyota and Honda. Supplying vital parts for some of the most demanded vehicles out there. Together we are committed to providing high quality products with a heavy focus on safety, respect and success for our Team Members.

Compensation And Benefits

• Wages range from $28.12 to $43.26
• Paid overtime after 40/hours per week

We Offer a Very Extensive Benefit Program

• Company Paid time off: Up to 10 Days + 5 Float Days to start, 15 Days + 5 Float Days (1st full year)
• Benefits start from Day 1 – 90% Medical, 80% Dental, Variety of Paramedical Coverage ($500/service)
• Uniforms are Provided + Yearly Allowance + Yearly Safety Boot Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program provided through Manulife/Homewood
• Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations throughout the year and $Cash Recognition Programs

Overview

Working as an Automation Technician you will be reporting to our Maintenance Team, a group of Skilled Trade professionals. You will play a vital role in supporting production within our Just‑In‑Time lean manufacturing environment. We are looking for hands‑on problem solvers who are safety oriented - believe in teamwork and continuous improvement. Here at TG Minto, we want you to grow and help us think bigger!

You will be working to maintain our current operating systems and improve our recovery times. Your contribution is valuable and we want to hear your innovative ideas to help pave the way to future success. The opportunities here at TG Minto are endless and can lead to an exciting and dynamic career in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

By working in a Just‑In‑Time Environment – our Team must be flexible and willing to adapt to changing work priorities, while understating and maintaining a safe work environment. It is vital that we demonstrate respect for Team Members on all levels and working as a cross-functional team have open lines of communication.

• Strong Mechanical Aptitude required
• Electrical Troubleshooting – the ability to read electrical schematics and troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve issues in complex electrical systems using multi-meter, interpreting error codes from drive systems
• Networking and Hardware – Understanding of servos, sensors, vision systems, actuators, electrical circuits and industrial communication protocols
• PLC troubleshooting using RCA (root cause analysis)
• Maintaining backup information of SCADA, PLCs, HMI’s and Robots
• Document maintenance activities, troubleshooting, and system changes via CMMS system and shared network files
• Collaborate with other technicians and departments to address cross-functional issues
• Assist in developing procedures and standard maintenance practices
• Support Paint & Injection Robot integration and maintenance using primarily Fanuc and Yaskawa/Moto man robots
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance on automated equipment
• Safety First: Safety-conscious approach to working with automated equipment, following ALL company policies and procedures, LOTO procedures, wearing required PPE and maintaining a clean shop floor
• Work within a Just-in-Time Environment with a sense of urgency to maintain the plants equipment and continually improve our current processes while preventing downtime enabling production to meet targets
• Conduct other duties as business needs require
• You will be required to work Overtime

Qualifications

We are looking for Team Members who are dedicated to learning and continuous improvement. TG Minto values hard work, skills building and embrace new ideas, all while working as a cohesive unit. We also want to give you the opportunity to grow and gain knowledge while building a career here – that is why we offer on-the-job training and are committed to helping you develop your skills further.

• 5 Years relevant mechanical and/or electrical qualifications (minimum trade or possible Associate Diploma in Automation, electromechanical or mechatronics)
• Experience with SCADA and PLC Programming is essential
• Experience with Beckoff/TwinCat 3 and/or working knowledge of the IEC 61131-3 languages an asset
• Having OACETT certification would be an asset.
• Familiarity with robotic systems and industrial control systems including teach pendant navigation, fault diagnosis and point touch up to recover and return a robot to full production
• Technical Schematics: Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Be able to fluently read and write English and able to communicate well with others.
• Ability to communicate with skilled trades at all levels of experience and management
• Ability to exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions
• Must be willing to work Overtime when needed

Straight Shift Timing on Afternoon Shift (3:30PM-12:00AM) but may be required to change shifts in order to accommodate production requirements.

Nature of vacancy: Replacement