Overview
Our client located in Windsor Ontario, has an immediate opening for a PLC Programmer.
Responsibilities
- Builds, installs and/or maintains robotic equipment and/or automated production systems
- Maintains service records of that equipment.
- Troubleshoots systems using knowledge of micro processing, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics and/or pneumatics
- Develops robotic path motions to maximize efficiency, safety, and quality.
- Aligns, fits, or assembles component parts using hand tools, power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
- Programming, commissioning, and testing of Rockwell, Siemens, and Omron PLC and HMI programs, which may include associated manufacturing equipment such as motion control, vision, RFID, scanners/readers, measurement, and instrumentation equipment
- Responsible for maintaining, developing, and following company’s control standards, templates, and programming libraries.
- Troubleshooting/diagnosing of Process issues and perform root cause analysis
- Perform daily checks as required on all equipment as instructed
- Supports continuous improvement projects by analyzing root causes and working with other departments to implement solutions
- Assist operators in the day-to-day functions of the machines
- Ensuring Operator settings are correct and working when a machine stops or fails
- Work closely with the shift Supervisor to improve process efficiency, quality, and reliability
- Performs all duties as assigned in accordance with and adherence to the IATF/TS 16949 Quality System Standard
- Follows Policies, Procedures and Work Instructions as outlined in the Quality Systems Manual and Employee Handbook
Qualifications
- Post-secondary education in related field (Mechanical Engineering, skilled trade, etc.) an asset (Electromechanical Engineering Technology)
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in working as a controls / automation technician role in a similar assembly/robotic welding environment
- Proficient knowledge of PLC programming using RsLogix 500/5000 Studio 5000 (i.e., ABB)
REFERRED KNOWLEDGE
- Understanding of machinery safety, programming of safety devices with safety PLC
- Mechanical and Electrical knowledge to understand process operations
- Strong ability to work with hand tools to adjust dies and sensors
- Excellent grasp on how HMI buttons and sensors can affect the cell
- Knowledge of machine guarding and safety devices
- Basic Mechanical and Electrical knowledge to understand process operations
- Basic knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits and devices an asset
- Experience with stamping presses an asset
- Familiarity with preventative and predictive maintenance techniques
Applying
Please submit resumes to chris@halliwellconsulting.com including salary expectations and availability or contact Chris Halliwell @ 1 877-737-6562
Job Number 2304