West Fraser Looking for Process Control Specialist at Barwick, Ontario, Canada Full Time

Reporting to the Electrical Team Lead, the Process Control Specialist is responsible for optimizing reliability of process systems in order to support operations during normal and abnormal conditions. This individual configures, develops and programs (networked) industrial computer systems for HMI and PLC controls and oversees requirements regarding resulting instrumentation changes. The Process Control Specialist utilizes strong analytical skills, problem solving abilities and developed control systems knowledge to promote excellence as established in the Company vision, mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Program PLCs and HMIs to optimize or improve reliability of automated processes. Involves understanding the individual processes, determining methods to improve process efficiencies and submitting recommendations for approvals as required.
• Troubleshoot route cause issues / bottle necks as required. Involves reviewing data to find route cause issues and communicating with Team Members regarding findings / solutions.
• Document and disseminate information regarding changes made to control systems. Involves documenting alterations in the Electrical Log-Book and distributing memos to all affected team members, following any variations / implementation of new control systems.
• Create testing environments prior to the implementation of new control systems/ changes to existing control systems in order to anticipate errors.
• Assist with startup and commissioning of new projects as related to process control systems. May involve travel to other site locations as required.
• Coordinate instrumentation calibration as required. Involves communicating manpower requirements with Management and overseeing Team Members / contractors conducting instrumentation.
• Create work orders for smaller mill projects and when PLC specification changes are required.
• Participate in daily staff meetings with the Maintenance Team, Production Team and Technical and Process Team. Complete and submit monthly status reports to the Electrical Team Lead.

Knowledge

• Post-secondary education in Instrumentation or Systems Engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and work experience.
• Experience with process control and instrumentation within a manufacturing environment preferred but willing to train.
• Experience working with smart field devices, Allen Bradley CLX and PLC5 PLC’s, VFDs and instrumentation controls such as control valves, process analyzers, flow, pressure, and temperature transmitters.
• Experience working with PLC control, and process networks, with some understanding of RIO.
• A strong understanding of P&IDs, loop diagrams, control logic diagrams and instrument data sheets.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Key Competencies / Skills

• Functional / Technical Skills: Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills to do the job at a high level of accomplishment.
• Decision Quality: Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.
• Process Management: Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work-flow; knows what to measure and how to measure it; can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can’t; can simplify complex processes; gets more out of fewer resources.
• Drive for Results: Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results.
• Interpersonal Savvy: Relates well to all kinds of people – up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organization; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Location Summary:

Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, the Barwick Mill is located adjacent to the Ontario / Minnesota border. We are 45 Kilometers west of Fort Frances, Ontario and situated half-way between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Thunder Bay, Ontario. The lifestyle of the Rainy River District embraces outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, winter sports and lake country. Our communities are family friendly, safe, and prioritize a genuine work / life balance.

About West Fraser

West Fraser is a leading forest products company. We are listed on the TSX, NYSE, and recognized for the eleventh time, as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Our goals are straightforward – leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people and strength in products.

West Fraser Timber has over 60 locations across Canada, the United States, and Europe.

We believe strongly in promoting from within and pride ourselves on providing a challenging environment with continuous development. The successful candidate should be interested in future growth opportunities within the company. West Fraser offers an excellent compensation package including a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and an outstanding pension plan.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin or any other protected legal characteristic.

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Leadership through safety, profit, responsibility in communities, excellence in people and strength in products.