Instrumentation Technician

Cascades; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Cascades is seeking an Instrumentation Technician for its facility in Niagara Falls. The role involves PLC programming, safety management, and machine control, with a competitive salary range of $31.94-$37.05 per hour based on qualifications. Ideal candidates should possess an AAS degree and demonstrate leadership and safety-first attitudes. Join a company committed to sustainable development and an inclusive workforce.

Benefits

Profit sharing plan

Telemedicine

Group insurance

Pension plan with company contributions

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Must have an AAS degree or equivalent.
• Demonstrates leadership qualities to other E/I personnel.
• Willingness to continue education.

Responsibilities

• Participates in safety goals and maintains proper safety equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to create PLC programs from specifications.
• Reads and interprets machine drive control software.

Skills

Communication

Safety-first attitude

Leadership qualities

Teamwork

Self-starter

Education

AAS degree in Electrical Technology or equivalent

Job description

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At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first:

• Salary range for Instrumentation Technician: $31.94-$37.05/hr based on skills, education and experience
• Schedule: 1st shift (7:00AM-3:30PM) or 2nd shift (3:00PM-11:00PM) available
• Profit sharing plan
• Telemedicine, Group insurance, and pension plan with company contributions
• Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)

There's nobody quite like you! Respect your true nature by putting forward your strengths:

• AAS degree or two-year technical certificate in Electrical Technology or equivalent required
• Consistently display positive behavior that supports the organization’s goals and objectives.
• Must have demonstrated a safety-first attitude.
• Communicate effectively with others and provide information for planning, prioritizing, and completing tasks.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment with minimal supervision.
• Highly flexible with the ability to adjust to the demands of the job, produce high-quality work, and be dependable in completing assigned tasks.
• Must be a self-starter.
• Demonstrate leadership qualities to other E/I personnel.
• Able to work with a self-directed approach needing minimal supervision.
• Must display teamwork and quality characteristics.
• Willingness to continue education.
• Able to adapt to physical demands of the job: bending, walking, lifting, and climbing throughout the shift.

Develop your talents by applying your expertise within our facility in Niagara Falls, as the Instrumentation Technician:

• Safety:
  • Participates in safety goals for the department and mill, behavior and other audits, reports needed repairs, safety hazards, or conditions.
  • Wears proper safety equipment.
  • Follows all safety rules and procedures.
  • Keeps work area clean and practices good housekeeping according to 5S program.
• PLC:
  • Demonstrates the ability to create a PLC program from written process specifications.
  • Designs and leads the installation of projects involving PLCs.
  • Maintains PLC software documentation, backup strategies, and ensures software is up to date.
• Machine Drive Controls:
  • Reads and interprets machine drive control software.
  • Provides training on machine drive control software.
  • Maintains Ethernet communication networks for machine drive control systems and remote access links.
• DCS:
  • Proficient in troubleshooting DCS process problems; interfaces with production as needed.
  • Installs and configures DCS hardware including I/O racks and boards.
  • Maintains FTE network.
  • Configures control loops and operator graphics from specifications.
• Other:
  • Manages motor inventory.
  • Maintains E/I CAD drawings.
  • Handles technical investigations, SOPs, and training follow-ups.
  • Organizes E/I department drawing system.
  • Assists in energy, power distribution, load studies, high voltage PM, and other topics.
  • Performs additional tasks as requested by supervisor.

We look forward to meeting you!

About Cascades

Cascades values diversity and is committed to an inclusive organization. All qualified candidates will be considered fairly.

To be part of Cascades is to unlock the full potential of materials, people, and ideas. Since 1964, we have been providing sustainable, innovative, and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recovery. Join 10,000 talents across almost 70 locations in North America.