Technician, Controls

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POSITION SUMMARY:  PLC programming and troubleshooting to increase uptime, throughput, efficiency and quality. Maintaining, designing, developing and continuously improving our equipment and the utilization of technology to ensure the best quality frames are produced.

This position is posted to fill an existing vacancy.

POSITION SALARY & BENEFITS:

• $33.32 - $47.66 CAD Hourly (Wage Based on Experience)

This range reflects only the base salary and does not include other components of our total compensation package, such as the Continuous Improvement Program, GRRSP Matching, MBC Program, and other variable benefits.

• $2,000 Signing Bonus

• Shifts rotate every 2 weeks between Days, Afternoons and Midnights.

• Shift premiums of $0.85/hour (afternoons) and $1.35/hour (midnights).

• Weekly pay via direct deposit.

• Overtime (1.5x) after 40 hours worked (hourly).

• Medical and dental benefits after 1 month of employment.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Completion of an Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technician course or equivalent from a community or recognized college program consisting of two years or more
• Certificate of Qualification in a Formet recognized trade such as Electrician, Millwright, Tool and Die Maker, Automation Technician and Controls Technician.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects Formet Expectations and Formet’s Visions/Values through Magna’s Employee Charter.
• Follow and abide by all government, Legal, Magna and Formet rules and regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities.
• Maintain safety standards of equipment and work area and perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with the safety policies of Formet.
• PLC troubleshooting and programming for large automation production lines, both on shop floor and remote interaction.
• Navigating and creating Standard PLC structures, programming for Rockwell PLC’s.
• PLC interfacing and programming control for integration of FANUC material handling, MIG welding, laser cutting robotic applications and Vision assisted handling.
• Integrate safe machine control using safety PLC structure and architectural design.
• Utilize AutoCAD to design, and provide support for reading, modifying, and understanding machine design content.
• Network interfacing for on-machine and plant communication using Ethernet, IO link, Profibus and Profinet.
• Programming data collection flow and archiving of historian data for analysis.
• HMI programming for machine interface via Ignition and Rockwell software.
• Data Matrix code reading for product traceability.
• Machine vision inspection for part certification during processing.
• Programming and troubleshooting motion control and VFD applications using Rockwell integrated control.
• Mechanical, pneumatic support as it relates to a controls process.
• Use conventional and servo hydraulic systems for piercing, riveting and forming processes.
• Co-ordinate activities of apprentices, helpers and assigned contractors.
• Assists in developing and/or updating preventive maintenance procedures.
• Conduct all activities in a professional manner and positive attitude with emphasis on personal responsibility. 
• Interact with the team members running the line to look for improvements or ideas to improve your/their job/task and improve line Safety, Quality and Productivity.
• Preventative maintenance on Equipment – identify weakness in design and implement improvements. Take pride in workmanship and when performing skilled work develop procedures to educate and train other team members performing the same work.
• valuate and improve our processes for uptime and repeatability.
• Evaluate downtime situations for root cause and suggest/implement improvements in conjunction with Production Team Members. (Resolve the issue once root cause has been established / Joint decision production and maintenance)
• Evaluate potential risks to similar processes and develop work orders and plans to resolve issue.
• Perform other duties as designated.
   

ONSITE BENEFITS:

• Vacation entitlement:

  • 2 weeks of paid vacation (3 weeks after 3 years) + 4 company paid holidays + 2x ½ days = 15 days annually.

  • Option to bank your overtime to earn up to an extra 5 days of paid time off (approved in the same manner as vacation time) (27 hours x 1.5 = 40 hours).

• Free onsite physiotherapy.

• Free on-site counselling.

• Magna will contribute an amount equal to 3% of regular earnings every week to your retirement savings (MBC program).

• Profit sharing paid in the second quarter of every year (EEPPP Program).

• Matched GRRSP.

• Company paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D).

• Optional group life insurance and critical illness insurance for self and spouse.

• Safety shoe, prescription safety glasses and custom molded earplug allowance.

• Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use).

• Company BBQ, holiday parties and company events.

• Corporate social responsibility initiatives - 6k for water walk, support local charities (Hospice of Elgin, Adopt a Family (12 in total), STEGH), Children’s Health Foundation and many more).

• Magna Service Award Program.

• Roger’s and Bell cellphone data plan available – as low as $50/month!

• Subsidized cafeteria with daily specials including hot vegetarian options – we are known for our amazing cafeteria! Free coffee, juice, and tea.

• Educational Assistance Program.

• Employee discounts: new vehicles, amusement parks, etc.

• Plant-wide continuous improvement program: 2025 bonus = $1930

• You get to work with a FANTASTIC Team! One Team, One Formet!

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.