Automation Technician: Robotics, PLC & SCADA

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 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.