Controls Engineer

CONTROLS ENGINEER - MIDNIGHTS   NOTE: This is a midnights Position JOB SUMMARY: As a Controls Engineer you will have the knowledge of automated assembly systems with a solid understanding of the basic theory of industrial controls system applications, design and operation including concepts of power distribution. You will utilize your ability to trouble shoot to solve problems using creative solutions and improve process while being adaptive to various situations. You will be required to maintain, develop and improve automation controls systems to help increase productivity and efficiency while meeting both facility and customer needs. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Review and input data into PLC log Review shift reports Participation in and preparation for managerial meetings Programming Work across with other facilities Work cross functionally with other departments Utilize team member feedback Find solutions to critical issues Maintain and improve overall equipment efficiency (OEE) HMI performance Evaluate new manufacturing and controls technologies Work with tools to find the root cause of an issue Continuous improvement projects Keep equipment operating and improve equipment uptime by performing periodic audits Identify and implement error proofing requirements throughout the production process Incident reporting SOT walks Follow health and safety processes Act in a proactive and preventative safety behavior Documentation and reports Ensure that you stay up to date on controls technology Stay compliant with training required for position All other duties as assigned EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, or in related fields Years of Experience: 2+ year experience in Automotive Manufacturing/Just-in-Time or Assembly facility 3+ years of experience in a Just in Time (JIT) manufacturing environment. English proficiency TRAVEL: Travel Required: minimum KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Allen Bradley (Studio 5000), Siemens (step 7), and C++ C sharp and ladder logic experience Ability to read drawing Advanced knowledge of electronic devices Expertise on Fanuc Roberts programming Knowledge on communication protocols Advance computer trouble shooting experience AutoCAD experience is a plus Experience with Phoenix PC Works, Inderbus, Devicenet, RS View, Control Logix is an asset VALUES: Hope: The quality of possessing and adhering to positive, optimistic expectations of future events.  Trust: Confidence in one another.  Compassion: The quality of an understanding of another's challenges.  Justice: Concern for fairness.  Wisdom: The quality of having good, sound judgement.  Courage: Strength in the face of adversity.    Avancez Assembly Canada, ULC advocates full equal employment opportunity for all people without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or family status, or status as covered veterans in accordance with applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws. Avancez Assembly Canada, ULC complies with applicable legislation governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Accommodation required due to disability are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.