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Overview:
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.
Scope of the Position:
A Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, calibration and maintenance of and improvement of automated industrial machinery. A Controls Technician keeps things running smoothly as they check on and maintain machinery. Successful Controls Technicians are able to respond quickly to any problems that might arise.
Responsibilities:
Test, troubleshoot, and oversee implementation of new processes
Install retrofits to existing systems and troubleshoot hardware, software, and instrument problems
Supports start-up activities
Create and maintain automation processes
Over-see testing procedures, writing reports and making sure that the instruments you develop comply with quality standards and safety regulations.
Available for support calls 24/7
Install, diagnose and fix programmable logic controllers and other devices that operate automated equipment.
PLC, robot and HMI programming, implementation and troubleshooting
Preventative maintenance of production and support equipment
Repair of equipment
Assist in proper maintenance of all programming software, application files and programming hardware
Responsible to improve equipment reliability and uptime related to automation and controls
Implementation of Continuous Improvement Ideas related to automation and robotics as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Working Conditions
Physical ability to lift 60lbs
Manual dexterity
Overtime as required
Industrial workplace, where PPE is required.
Support 3 shift operation
Qualifications:
Graduate of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology (Robot and Automation Program)
Manufacturing experience and a strong technical knowledge in the programming, installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of equipment
Knowledge of PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens), Robotics (Nachi, ABB, Fanuc), HMI programming, Vision Systems (Cognex, Keyence, Omron)
Superior analytical capabilities
Problem-solving and decision-making
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to manage multiple projects
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance
- RRSP retirement savings plan
- Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
- Paid holidays and vacation time
What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!
Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. Ontario Human Rights Code and AODA.
