Electrician

General Mills; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 61,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan with company match

Medical, dental, life insurance

12 paid holidays

Up to 80 hours vacation annually

Job summary

General Mills Winnipeg is seeking an experienced Electrician (Term) to support and optimize equipment controls in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting. The role focuses on programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining automation for packaging lines and robotics.

You will work 12-hour night shifts on a rotating schedule, with a Red Seal requirement and a shift premium. The position offers 6-month terms with vacation, holidays, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold Red Seal Electrician certification.
• Experience in controls programming and industrial controls technology.
• Experience programming/troubleshooting FANUC robotics in manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support, troubleshoot, and improve processing/packaging controls systems (Wonderware, ArchestrA, PLC).
• Program adjustments and parameter tuning on FANUC robots to improve cycle time and accuracy.
• Maintain electrical and control schematics; participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement.
• Assist in plant maintenance shutdowns and train new employees.

Skills

Red Seal Electrician

PLC programming

Robotics programming

Electrical safety

Education

Trade certification or related education

Tools

FANUC robotics

Industrial controls systems

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEWWe exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.POSITION OVERVIEWElectrician (Term)Pay: 44.29 per hour with Red Seal.80 Shift premium for night shift12-hour shiftWhy Join Our TeamAt General Mills Winnipeg, you’ll be part of the team that proudly makes Pillsbury Pizza Pops for Canadians. Invented right here in Winnipeg, Pizza Pops are now produced exclusively at our plant for markets across Canada. With multiple varieties and hundreds of thousands made daily, your work will help bring a beloved Canadian favorite to families nationwide.You’ll join a welcoming, culturally diverse team, with more than 15 languages represented across the plant. At General Mills, we believe in growth—for our business, our communities and especially our people. If you’re ready to learn new skills, take on challenges, contribute to a safety-first culture and build a meaningful career, Winnipeg is a great place to start and grow.What We Have to OfferTerm position up to 6 months (may be longer)$44.29 per hour for Red SealAdditional $.80 per hour shift differential for night shiftUp to 80 hours of vacation annually12 paid company holidaysPension plan with company matchMedical, dental, life insuranceCareer growth and cross-training opportunitiesYour Work Schedule and Shift Information12-hour shiftsnight shift: 6:00pm to 6:00amOn call rotation of approximately 1 week per monthAbility and willingness to work scheduled on-call and weekend coverageAbility and willingness to work overtime, any shift, including days, nights, weekends, holidays and emergency eventsPlant operation is 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekKEY ACCOUNTABILITIESAs part of our manufacturing team, you will:Be responsible for supporting, creating, integration, troubleshooting and improving a variety of processing/packaging controls systems including Wonderware, ArchestrA Systems, PLCProgram, troubleshoot and maintain FANUC robotics systems, including integration and support of PLC systemsPerform program adjustments and parameter tuning on robotic systems (e.g., FANUC) to enhance operational efficiency, including reducing cycle times and improving accuracy and repeatabilityRead and update electrical and control schematics, piping and instrumentation diagramsProvide technical support/skills for equipment troubleshooting and controls/equipment modificationsUnderstand, initiate, and participate in Root Cause Analysis (Why, Why)Participate in Continuous Improvement initiatives to increase platform performanceDaily/monthly/annual review of equipment to ensure PM’s are adequately created/performed to work towards and sustain operational performance.Control over their work orders to ensure that they are accurate, complete and are correctly categorized for reporting purposes (damages, normal wear, failure, etc)Participate in the Daily Direction Setting (DDS) process to enable them to execute, track and report on the plan for the day.Utilize and coach on the foundational systems, equipment functions and settings and to support safety incident investigation and GStems reporting.Ability to do mechanical duties when required and in high demand periods, vacations, absences, etc.Actively participate in all plant maintenance shutdowns greater than 3 daysAssist in training new employeesOther duties as assignedMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Red Seal ElectricianMust possess the ability to understand and effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others in the workplace regarding work matters (our business is generally conducted in English)2+ years (minimum) experience in Controls Programming and Industrial Controls Technology or equivalent education in a related field/industry3+ years (minimum) experience in programming and troubleshooting FANUC robotics within a manufacturing environmentExperience integrating FANUC robots with PLC systemsAbility to optimize robot performance for cycle time, accuracy, and repeatability through program adjustments and parameter tuningKnowledge and practical application with the following technology areas: PLC’s, HMI’s, process instrumentation, machine control systems, VFD’s, servo drives, robotics, power distribution (<600V), control system networking, and electrical safetyWorking knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systemsExperience in a manufacturing/production environmentAbility to lift up to 50 lbs.Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, push, pull, and twist for extended periodsWillingness to work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, or dusty conditionsAbility to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platformsAbility to follow human and food safety, quality, and grooming standardsAbility to wear such as protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment -PPE) such as safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard/bump cap, hair/beard net, gloves, and face masks (when required)Ability to work around high-speed machinery and food allergensELIGIBILITYApplicants must meet minimum age qualifications in the country in which the job is located.