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Controls Programmer
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- Full-time
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Controls Programmer

Grand Falls, NB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 23, 2026

Original job description

Position Title: Controls Programmer

Position Type: Regular - Full-Time

Requisition ID: 44731

Controls Programmer

Grand Falls, NB

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.

McCain Foods (Canada) is seeking a Controls Programmer to join our Fry Plant in Grand Falls, NB. This position requires a valid Industrial Electrician license: dual-trade certification as an Instrumentation Technician is a strong asset. The successful candidate will program and/or assist in the programming of plants PLC's and troubleshoot various electrical/communication issues that arise. This can be a physically demanding role requiring 12-hour shifts schedule with the possibility of working nights and weekends. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What you’ll be doing.

Provide design, configuration, programming, start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting services for plant electrical, instrumentation and control systems such as

- PLCs (hardware, software, and HMIs)
- VFDs (variable frequency drives)
- control and communication networks
- optical sorting equipment
- motors and motor control centres
- instrumentation systems, including sensors, transmitters, control valves, and related field devices

Work with engineering on the development of the five-year strategic capital plan by assessing controls, electrical, and instrumentation assets and recommending projects based on obsolescence, reliability, operational risk, performance, and long-term business needs
Collaborate with Capital Project Managers with site acceptance testing and commissioning activities
Assist maintenance and production personnel in resolving electrical, instrumentation and controls issues
Communicate emergency repair issues clearly and promptly, including the problem, actions taken, and support required
Willingness to provide occasional after-hours diagnostic and troubleshooting support, including evenings and weekends (“standby rotation schedule”).

What you’ll need to be successful.

Must hold a valid Industrial Electrician licence; dual-trade certification as an Instrumentation Technician is considered a strong asset
Expert-level knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and the Rockwell Automation software suite, supported by extensive hands-on programming and troubleshooting experience
Expert-level knowledge of industrial communication and controls networking principles, supported by extensive hands-on design, configuration, and troubleshooting experience
Demonstrated strength in planning, prioritizing, organizing, and coordinating complex work in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Highly self-directed, accountable, and proactive, with a strong capacity to master new technologies and apply learning independently
Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and influence effective decisions
Exceptional attention to detail, situational awareness, and sound judgment in identifying risks, diagnosing issues, and determining appropriate action

Safety requirements:

Knowledge of CSA electrical code and Arc Flash Safety requirements with demonstrated ability to interpret standards and apply them to industrial controls
Demonstrate visible safety leadership by consistently applying Lockout/Tagout procedures and all McCain safety policies, using appropriate PPE, proactively identifying and correcting hazards, and reinforcing safe work practices with employees and contractors
Complete thorough Job Safety Plans and job-site hazard assessments
Actively contribute technical expertise during safety talks
Follow GMPs and HACCP protocols. Ensure all controls, electrical, and maintenance activities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and HACCP food-safety procedures
Follow McCain Environmental Management System (EMS) Programs

About McCain.

Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.

Leadership principles.

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.

Compensation Package: - Starting at 27.27 CAD hourly + Bonus eligibility + Hourly Pay Differential for applicable shifts

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Well-being programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned with applicable law and can vary by work level, location, and nature of the role. Additional benefit details are available during the application process.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know, and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions.

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. McCain leverages AI in the hiring process, though all final decisions are made by humans. You can understand our approach to AI and how your personal information is being handled here.

Job Family: Manufacturing; Engineering & Technical
Location(s): CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Grand Falls

Company: McCain Foods (Canada)

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Responsibilities

The Controls Programmer will design, program, and troubleshoot plant electrical and control systems including PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs. They will also collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to support capital projects and ensure operational reliability.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Industrial Electrician license, with dual-trade certification as an Instrumentation Technician considered a strong asset. Expert-level knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC hardware and Rockwell Automation software is required for this role.

Skills

PLC programming
Industrial electrical maintenance
Instrumentation
HMI configuration
VFD troubleshooting
Allen-Bradley hardware
Rockwell Automation software
Control networking
Electrical troubleshooting
Commissioning
Safety compliance
Arc Flash safety
Lockout/Tagout procedures
GMP compliance
HACCP protocols

Benefits

Health coverage
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Prescription drug coverage
Retirement savings benefits
Leave support
Vacation
Holidays
Company-supported volunteering time
Mental health resources

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Controls Programmer
Industrial Electrician
Instrumentation Technician
PLC
HMI
VFD
Allen-Bradley
Rockwell Automation
Electrical Engineering
Automation
Commissioning
Troubleshooting
CSA Electrical Code
Arc Flash Safety
Lockout/Tagout
GMP
HACCP
Manufacturing
Capital Projects
Sensors
Transmitters
Control Valves
Motor Control Centres
Optical Sorting
Environmental Management System

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