At Saputo, our best comes from our people. We’re a talented and caring team with a longstanding history of excellence. Since our first days delivering cheese on a bicycle, we’ve grown into a leading global dairy processor by staying true to the culture that defines us. Each of our employees is committed to uphold our tradition of care, quality, and passion through food, and together, we foster an environment where we can all make contributions that matter–from our manufacturing plants to our office locations and everywhere in-between.
Overview of the Role
The Automation Engineer is responsible for improving, streamlining and automating the manufacturing process while maintaining product quality and adhering to company policy and external regulations. The position requires planning, implementation and monitoring of the automation process at our brand new, state of the art facility in Port Coquitlam. The automation engineer will report directly to the Maintenance Manager and oversee and provide direction to employees in the Maintenance Department.
How you will make contributions that matter:
Collaborate and provide direction to the maintenance team in tasks and projects related to automation
Responsible for overseeing the maintenance, testing and commissioning of process automation software and hardware for Port Coquitlam, while adhering to GMP, H&S, and Food Safety Standards
Responsible for prioritizing and executing the automation mandates within a defined schedule and budget
Investigate and analyze issues/problems to provide design improvement recommendations
Troubleshoot and diagnose automation and process control system problems
Monitor utilities and waste for opportunities for improvement through various projects and automation
Provide Training to Maintenance Employees related to Automation.
Maintain up to date records of all the Process PLCs and Programs
You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, with a minimum of 5 years related automation/controls experience preferably in a food manufacturing environment
Must have experience with Allen Bradley PLCs.
Logix Control and Motion Control Certificate will be an asset.
Experience in programming and maintaining servo drives.
Previous management experience within beverage or food processing industry is an asset;
Sound communication, leadership and interpersonal skills;
Strong organizational and analytical skills and a strong team orientation;
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office;
We support and care for our employees and their families by providing:
Competitive salaries
Advantageous corporate agreements
Full range of group insurance benefits
Group retirement pension plan with employer contribution
Purchase option of company stocks
Group RRSP
Health and wellness program in the workplace
Assistance program for employees and their families
Saputo products at a discounted price
We support employment equity. Saputo strives to embed diversity and inclusion in its operations and invites candidates from all horizons to join its family.
Our story began in Canada in 1954, when the Saputo family’s hard work and dedication created a thriving dairy business. More than 65 years later, our roots in this country remain strong with our Corporate Headquarters in Montréal. Today, we are a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor in Canada with well-loved brands, such as Saputo, Alexis de Portneuf, Armstrong, Baxter, Dairyland, Joyya, Milk2Go, Milk2Go Sport, Neilson, Nutrilait, Scotsburn* and Woolwich Goat Dairy. Thanks to our national footprint, we’re proud to bring our best to our customers and consumers, and have plenty of opportunities for our employees to grow in their own way. And we do it while also striving to build a healthier future for our people and the communities where we operate, guided by our values and the Saputo Promise. To learn more about Saputo in Canada, please click here. (http://saputo.com/en/our-products/canada-sector)
Join the Saputo Dairy Products Canada team to make your contributions matter every day!
* SCOTSBURN is a registered trademark and is used under license by Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.
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