Technician, Process Instrumentation

Saputo; Georgetown; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Instrumentation & Control Technician to ensure efficient plant operations. In this dynamic role, you will leverage your expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical instrumentation while collaborating with a cross-functional team. Your contributions will directly impact production efficiency and equipment reliability. Join a company that values inclusivity and invests in its people, offering a supportive environment where your skills can shine. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a thriving organization committed to excellence.

Benefits

Full range of group insurance benefits

Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution

Purchase option of company stocks

Health and wellness program

Assistance program for employees and families

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in FMCG or related production environment.
• Red Seal Certification in Instrumentation & Control Technician required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily tasks including production support and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and minimize unscheduled downtime.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical/Electronic Instrumentation

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Human Machine Interface (HMI)

Industrial Networking

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Read Electrical Drawings

Education

Instrumentation & Control Technician (447A) Red Seal Certification

5 years of related experience

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC 5

RS Logix 500 & 5000

PanelView

Factory Talk

Wonderware

Job description

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

How you will make contributions that matter...

The incumbent will complete daily tasks which include production support and preventative maintenance to ensure the plant runs efficiently. Troubleshooting equipment, identifying issues with instrumentation and/or processes to minimize unscheduled downtime and ensure work is performed in accordance with relevant codes/regulations.

Salary Range: $70,825.00 - $106,185.00

Schedule: M-F (nights) (11pm-7am)

You are best suited for the role if you…

• Install, modify, maintain, and calibrate electrical/electronic instrumentation and equipment including but not limited to flowmeters, level transmitters, pressure sensors, conductivity sensors VFD’s, temperature transmitters power supplies, gauges, and test equipment.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and configure Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI), Industrial Control Systems, Industrial networks & Electrical equipment to ensure reliable operations.
• Maintain and update electrical drawings and maintenance records for equipment. Perform equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, as required to keep processes/production running.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary cross-functional team to support the production department and ensure availability of plant equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Instrumentation & Control Technician (447A) Red Seal Certification or equivalent. 5 years of related experience in a FMCG or related production environment.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic instrumentation and equipment including the use of instruments for diagnostic purposes.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructional manuals, instruction sheets and technical data.
• Ability to understand, interpret and maintain electrical drawings.
• PLC experience with Allen Bradley, PLC 5, and RS Logix 500 & 5000 programming and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of PLC Hardware and wiring of cards and I/O.
• Proficient with HMI’s, including PanelView, Factory Talk, and Wonderware.
• Industrial networking knowledge of all applicable networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, Profibus troubleshooting and maintenance).
• Strong troubleshooting skills on machine, process, and instrument level and ability to resolve malfunctions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and capable of working in collaboration with a team.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and manage urgent business needs.
• Willingness to learn within a fast-paced environment.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Advantageous corporate agreements
• Full range of group insurance benefits
• Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
• Purchase option of company stocks
• Group RRSP
• Health and wellness program in the workplace
• Assistance program for employees and their families

Saputo welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations up to the point of undue hardships are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.