Controls Technician

Barry Callebaut Manufacturing Iberica SA.; Brantford; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chocolate manufacturer is seeking an Electrical & Automation Controls Technician in Brantford, Ontario. You will be responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical controls and automation systems. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 3 years of automation experience, ideally in the food industry. This position offers opportunities for personal growth and supports a dynamic work environment committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Dynamic international work environment

Opportunities for personal growth

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems.
• Experience in food industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems.
• Ensure food and employee safety in daily routine.
• Document system modifications to maintain accurate records.

Skills

Knowledge of AB programmable logic controllers

Experience with HMI and SCADA systems

Troubleshooting and programming skills

Safety compliance understanding

Education

Associates degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Allen-Bradley Controls

Siemens PLCs

FactoryTalk Suite

Wonderware Suite

Job description

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the role

The Electrical & Automation Controls Technician reports to the Maintenance Manager. This position is responsible for the electrical controls and process programming of plant infrastructure and production equipment. The Electrical & Automation Controls Technician ensures food and employee safety in their daily routine.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.
• Strong skill set with AB programmable logic controllers (SLC, PLC, and Control Logix families), (Siemens S7 a Plus) as well as Human Interface (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View and Wonderware.
• Ability to configure, test, troubleshoot and commission AB and Siemens VFDs.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and commission PLC and HMI based control systems with the ability to make minor programming changes.
• Direct and oversee the maintenance of programs for PLCs and PCs coordinating with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, Information Technology staff, and Production and Maintenance personnel.
• Guide and train others with less experience through mentoring.
• Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA safety practices.
• Understand the plant electrical criteria, standards and company guidelines.
• Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, level switches, valve actuators and positioners and weighting systems.
• Enforce PLC/HMI policy/procedures.
• Document system modifications in order to maintain an accurate registry of modifications.
• Ensures compliance with GMPs and all other food and employee safety policies and requirements.

About you

• Associates degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree
• At least 3 years of related automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs, and general control system design.
• Experience in food industry is a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, Siemens and PLCs.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PLC5, SLC500) PLCs, PanelView/PanelviewPlus HMIs, Industrial Communication Networks (Ethernet, EthenetI/P, DeviceNet, DH+, etc.) is required.
• Experience with FactoryTalk Suite, Wonderware Suite, and VisualBasic/C#/Java is a plus.
• Knowledge of Measuring instruments (Micrometer, calipers, Tape Measure Thread Gauges).
• Ability to support a 24/7 365 production facility.
• occasional 10% to 30% based on assigned project locations.

Others: Environmental / Working Conditions:

• Must be able to freely move around entire facility.
• Ability to work in and be exposed to heat.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to stand, kneel, bend and reach over and under all equipment on a concrete floor for long periods of time.

Barry Callebaut can offer you a challenging and dynamic international environment that includes a broad range of opportunities for personal growth and development. Apply for one of our interesting positions and start a great career in the wonderful world of CHOCOLATE. Barry Callebaut is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at the Brantford site.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong.#oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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