"Licensed Electrician in East York"

Great Connections Employment Services; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent snack company is seeking an experienced Licensed Electrician in East York to manage electrical systems and troubleshoot equipment. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of experience, valid Ontario Electrician’s licence, and strong expertise in PLCs and robotics. This role offers a chance to work in a dynamic food manufacturing setting while adhering to safety and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Ontario Electrician’s licence.
• 5-7 years of related experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of electronic devices and circuits.

Responsibilities

• Manage equipment electrical operating issues.
• Troubleshoot and support scheduled and unscheduled line shut downs.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment.

Skills

PLC experience

Robotic experience

Excellent motor skills

Problem-solving skills

Computer literacy

Education

College diploma in electronics

Valid Ontario Electrician’s licence

Tools

PLC programming software

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client is one of the world's largest snacks companies, empowering people to snack right in over 150 countries. We are seeking an experienced Licensed Electrician to join the team.

Working location: East York

Certification: 442A or 309A (In good standing)

Job-specific requirements: Must have PLC and robotic experience

Nature and Scope

• Manages equipment electrical operating issues; works with equipment suppliers to resolve problems and issues with equipment; oversees and maintains plant electrical systems to maintain a reliable power supply system.
• Manages and directs the work of on-site contractors when necessary.
• Troubleshoots and supports scheduled and unscheduled line shut downs.
• Manages electrical training for existing and new equipment, up-to-date maintenance techniques or regulatory compliance.
• Upgrades and improves machine programs or equipment to meet production requirements and safety standards.
• Responsible for the installation and maintenance of existing electrical assets throughout the plant.
• Works with designs lay outs and electrical drawings, maintains, and troubleshoots A.C. and D.C. powered components for production equipment in processing and high-speed packaging machines while under pressure.
• Works and liaises with mechanical and production personnel as required.
• Makes decisions and prioritizes jobs to production requirements. Must always observe safe practices in the performance of work duties.
• Plans, installs and tests according to recognized electrical practices and in compliance with the Ontario Hydro Electrical Standards, a variety of apparatus, control equipment, wiring and power equipment for light, power and control systems.
• Uses a computer to safely connect to programmable logic controllers (PLC) to troubleshoot machine or process control systems and make required minor programming changes and modifications when requested by the Electrical Supervisor.
• Reads and deciphers PLC code from manufacturers such as Allen Bradley’s RSLogix 5/500/5000, etc.
• Modifies graphics for operator interfaces (HMI) using software such as Allen Bradley’s Panelbuilder and RSView
• Creates new PLC and HMI programs when required.
• Reads and understands detailed electrical and electronic schematics.
• Draws simple schematics to record modifications to equipment as required.
• Tests various A.C and D.C. motors to determine condition. Takes measurements to ensure that leakage resistance is within acceptable levels.
• Uses various company meters such as a megohmmeter, temperature calibrator, loop calibrator, power analyzer, etc, to troubleshoot problems in electrical power and control systems.
• Promptly corrects any hazardous condition on production equipment
• Troubleshoots all electronic registration systems (e.g. EMP, Honeywell, Sick) to satisfy Quality and operations personnel.
• Carries out additions and alterations on all plant equipment as directed by the electrical supervisor on an ongoing basis, to improve operation and safety of electrical installations and equipment.
• Works with the Mechanical Maintenance Department in troubleshooting equipment to determine problems through proper test procedures and operational checks.
• Maintains and upgrades all plant equipment to Ontario Hydro Electrical Safety Code.
• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment as directed through work orders.
• Assists operations in setting up procedures for use in isolating equipment prior to clean up and identifying areas to avoid saturating with water.
• Has knowledge and understanding of SOP’s and work instructions
• Understands, participates, and supports all safety programs, policies and initiatives within the manufacturing location
• Understands and follows Ewen Manufacturing food safety systems and procedures
• Is responsible for ensuring all packaged product produced meets all GMP and food safety requirements
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge and Skills

• College diploma from a technical college or university for electronic technician or electronic instrumentation.
• Valid Ontario Electrician’s licence (Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Certificate of Qualification) as a Construction and Maintenance Electrician.
• Five to seven years related experience.
• Excellent motor skills and in-depth knowledge of programmable logic controllers, operator interfaces and automated process equipment
• Expertise in analytical, logic and fault-finding skills in troubleshooting and repair of process/packaging machinery and preventative/predictive maintenance systems
• Good working knowledge of electronic devices and circuits.
• Courses in Allen Bradley and Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers considered an asset.
• Ability to meet physical demands of lifting and manoeuvring heavy objects.
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills.
• Computer literacy, SAP, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint highly desirable.
• Results-oriented and a strong sense of urgency/focus.
• Lift Truck licence an asset.

Relationships

• Primary contacts required to fulfill the major responsibilities would include Manufacturing Team Leaders, inventory, Process Control Coordinators, Maintenance and Team Lead

Effort

Physical Effort:

• Work normally requires a moderate level of physical effort in bending, lifting, and manual dexterity.

Mental Effort:

• Work normally requires a high level of mental effort in reading, creating written documentation, meeting deadlines, problem solving, trouble shooting and repetitive tasks

Working Conditions

• This position occurs in a food manufacturing setting (plant environment)
• Exposure to noise, raw materials, some dust and variable temperatures in common
• The use of personal protective equipment is required, particularly protective footwear and hearing protection, hard hats and safety glasses when required
• The use of company mandated uniform is required (long sleeve shirts/pants, hairnets, gloves, etc).
• Possible requirement of shutdown coverage around holidays.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, colour, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you require accommodation throughout the hiring process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.