Controls System Specialist

Magna International Limited; Bradford West Gwillimbury; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Profit sharing

Group RRSP program

Life Insurance

Cellphone data plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting in Ontario, Canada, is seeking a controls technician to develop, implement, and maintain standards for PLC programming and controls across assembly operations. You will investigate sensor methods and implement changes to improve productivity and reduce mistakes, while documenting software history and supporting capital justification.

The role requires a completed trade certification or apprenticeship and 3–5 years of related experience, with strong

Qualifications

• Completion of specialized trade courses and/or apprenticeship/certification.
• 3 to less than 5 years of work-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain standards for controls, programming and software throughout the assembly operations and at sub-supplier locations.
• Investigate and implement sensor methodologies to improve detection methods to increase equipment speed and enhance mistake proofing.
• Investigate, experiment and implement controls and programming changes to improve productivity and mistake proofing on an ongoing basis.
• Compile a documentation history of all software applications by work cell, establish and maintain a revision control system.
• Provide technical data and documentation to support capital justification for new controls hardware and software.
• Assist maintenance in troubleshooting and problem solving of controls and programming as required.
• Provide technical support for an integrated information system that links shop floor activities to management information system.
• Work with production and maintenance mechanics to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency of production equipment.

Skills

PLC programming

Controls engineering

Education

Trade apprenticeship/certification

3-5 years experience

Tools

Industrial controls hardware

Job description

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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:

Magna Mechatronics & Mirrors develops intelligent access and vision systems that enhance vehicle safety, functionality, and user interaction. As a global automotive supplier and full-system partner, Magna brings together expertise across Mechatronics and Mirror systems to deliver integrated solutions that support the evolution of vehicle architectures.

Job Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities:

Develop, implement and maintain standards for controls, programming and software throughout the assembly operations and at sub-supplier locations.

Investigate and implement sensor methodologies to improve detection methods to increase equipment speed sand enhance mistake proofing.

Investigate, experiment and implement (with approvals) controls and programming changes to improve productivity and mistake proofing on an ongoing bases.

Compile a documentation history of all software applications by work cell, establish, and maintain a revision control system.

Provide technical data and documentation to support capital justification for new controls hardware and software.

Assist maintenance in troubleshooting and problem solving of controls and programming as required.

Provide technical support for an integrated information system that links shop floor activities (i.e. quality, productivity, etc.) to management information system.

Work with production and maintenance mechanics to ensure maximum up time and efficiency of production equipment

Ensure proper electrical repairs to production equipment, plant equipment and plant facilities

Program PLC’s for equipment to ensure safe operation and correct sequencing for error proofing and machine cycle time optimization

Reprogram PLC’s on engineering changes as per directed instructions from engineering or supervision

Ensure equipment is wired clearly and as per latest safety standards

Provide technical support for assembly operations LAN

Act as a technical contact (controls, software, and programming) for vendors.

Monitor vendors through build and programming phases to ensure Dortec general assembly and test equipment technical specifications are met.

Participate at design and final sign of level for new equipment purchases.

Perform basic wiring and panel construction as required.

Assist in commissioning new equipment during program launches

Help build new assembly stations by wiring panels and programming PLC’s

Assist when necessary, on any mechanical projects to help achieve timeliness

Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by all Health, Safety and Housekeeping rules and regulations

Must be aware of relevance and importance of their activities and how it effects quality and the environment for our customers

Provides own tools as required

Perform other duties as required

Qualifications and Skills:

• Completion of specialized trade courses and/or apprenticeship/certification
• 3 to less than 5 years of work-related experience

Salary Range: Starting at $43.34

Vacancy Status: Pool of candidates for potential future openings

Site Benefits (DTB):

• Conveniently close to Highway 400
• Medical and Dental Benefits
• Profit Sharing (EEPPP) and Group RRSP Program
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Corporate Plans for Roger’s Cellphone Data Plan
• Employee Discounts: Auto and Home Insurance, Retail, Restaurants, etc.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting