Machine Group Specialist - Controls

Toyoda Gosei Americas; Palmerston; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid time off

Medical and dental benefits

Boot allowance

Employee assistance program

Cash recognition programs

Job summary

TG Minto Corporation, a division of Toyoda Gosei, seeks a skilled automation specialist to program, integrate, and support industrial automation in a plastic injection molding environment in Palmerston, Ontario.

The role emphasizes hands-on troubleshooting, collaboration with maintenance and project teams, and a proactive approach to ensuring safe, reliable operation of robotics, PLC/HMI, and vision systems on production lines.

Qualifications

• Robotics and automation education with 5+ years in a similar role.
• Experience programming PLCs and HMIs.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics and low-voltage panel assembly.

Responsibilities

• Program and integrate industrial robots, including Fanuc and Motoman.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC and HMI applications (Beckhoff, Omron, Allen-Bradley).
• Configure and support vision systems (Keyence, Cognex, Fanuc).
• Create and revise electrical schematics using AutoCAD & EPlan.
• Assemble and wire low-voltage control panels per design standards.
• Integrate robotic and automation equipment for reliable operation.
• Set up and maintain industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, PROFINET).
• Install and maintain automated machinery including robotics and conveyors.
• Provide technical guidance to maintenance and contractors.
• Assist during new product launches and equipment upgrades.
• Interpret information from electrical schematics and technical docs

Skills

Robotics

PLC programming

HMI programming

Vision systems

Electrical schematics

Electrical wiring

Industrial networking

Maintenance support

Education

Robotics and Automation diploma

Technologist diploma in Electrical engineering

Industrial Electrician license

Tools

Beckhoff

Omron

Allen-Bradley

AutoCAD

EPlan

Keyence

Cognex

Fanuc

Motoman

Job description

TG Minto Corporation is a proud division of Toyoda Gosei, a World-class automotive supplier with 67 group companies in 17 countries. With locations in Palmerston and Stratford Ontario, we are a Tier1 supplier of injection molded interior/exterior parts & assemblies to Toyota and Honda. Together we are committed to providing high quality products with a heavy focus on safety, respect and success for our Team Members.

General Job Description

This role is responsible for the programming, integration, and support of industrial automation systems, including robotics, PLC’s, HMI’s and low-voltage control systems within a plastic injection molding environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrate adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing setting, and take a proactive, hands‑on approach to troubleshooting and resolving both production and project‑related challenges efficiently and professionally.

Compensation And Benefits

• Wage range - $28.12 ~ $43.26 per hour
• Paid overtime after 40/hours per week

We Offer a Very Extensive Benefit Program

• Company Paid time off: Up to 10 Days + 5 Float Days to start, 15 Days + 5 Float Days (1st full year)
• Benefits start from Day 1 – 90% Medical, 80% Dental, Variety of Paramedical Coverage ($500/service)
• Uniforms are Provided + Yearly Allowance + Yearly Safety Boot Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program provided through Manulife/Homewood
• Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations throughout the year and $Cash Recognition Programs

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Program and integrate industrial robots, including Fanuc and Motoman for both new and existing equipment.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC and HMI applications using platforms such as Beckhoff, Omron, and Allen-Bradley.
• Configure and support vision systems, including Keyence, Cognex, and Fanuc.
• Create and revise electrical schematics using AutoCAD & EPlan.
• Assemble and wire low-voltage control panels in accordance with electrical design standards.
• Integrate robotic & automation equipment, focusing on seamless functionality and system reliability.
• Set up and maintain industrial communication networks, including Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, and PROFINET.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain automated machinery, including robotic systems, assembly lines, packaging equipment, conveyors, and vision inspection systems.
• Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance personnel, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Assist injection molding specialists during new product launches and equipment upgrades.
• Interpret and apply information from electrical schematics and technical documentation

Education And Qualifications

• Robotics and Automation diploma, Technologist diploma in Electrical engineering, Industrial Electrician license, Electronics Technician Certificate or equivalent training and experience.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 5 years of experience in a similar role required. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Supervisory Responsibility

• Report any unsafe activities within the company to the machine group supervisor.
• Responsible to schedule and supervise third party contractors during installation projects.

Language Skills

• English and able to communicate well with others.
• Ability to communicate with skilled trades at all levels of experience and management

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to exercise balanced judgment in evaluation situations and making decisions

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee is

• Regularly required to stand, walk and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to use hand to finger, handle or feel and reach with arms and hands.
• Occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Required to be able to lift or move up to 60lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Frequently exposed to moving or mechanical parts.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, high precarious places, electrical shock and vibrations.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Occasional overtime may be required based on business needs and project deadlines.

Nature of vacancy: New position