Automation and Controls Specialist

Who We Are:

Price Industries Limited, North America’s leading manufacturer and distributor of air distribution products (www.priceindustries.com). The founding principles of Price have never changed – business integrity, first-class service, innovation and a commitment to people. Our dependable quality, reliable delivery, and knowledgeable follow-up service have made Price a market leader in supplying air distribution, critical controls, and noise control products.

After more than 60 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our success.

We are a dynamic, progressive and innovative organization looking for new talent in our growing Winnipeg manufacturing facility. If you thrive on new challenges, and working in a friendly, team-driven environment, you should consider the following opportunity.

What You Can Expect:

• Health and Dental - Employees and their families enjoy paid benefits covering an extensive list of medical and dental expenses and services.  

• Manulife Virtual Pharmacy - Access pharmacy services anytime, anywhere through the Manulife app, with eligible prescriptions delivered directly to your home.

• Manulife Mental Health and Counselling Services - Access confidential mental health and wellness support through the Manulife app, with convenient options to book counselling, consultations, and guided programs all in one place.

• Life and Disability - You will be provided with life insurance in a multiple of your salary with an option to purchase additional coverage.  

• Pension Matching Program - Invest in your future with each pay cheque through our Defined Contribution Pension Plan and we will match your contribution (up to 3% of your salary).

• Wellness Reimbursement Program - Employees are eligible for a fitness centre or club membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, this includes Fitness related App’s.

• Personal and Professional Development - We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education.

• Community Involvement - Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that.

• Our convenient Price Café offers free Tea and Coffee.

Automation and Controls Specialist - GRD

Job Description

As a member of the Manufacturing Engineering Team, the Automation and Controls Specialist will be responsible for:

• Leading and assisting with designing, implementing, justifying, and commissioning new factory automation equipment
• Implementing design and program improvements on factory equipment
• Facilitating controller and other hardware replacement, reprogramming, and upgrades
• Troubleshooting existing factory automation equipment and other machines
• Working with the Maintenance team to determine root cause of breakdowns, and implementing sustaining actions as part of The Perfect Repair
• Identifying, analyzing and leading the implementation of process improvements.
• Leading the planning, organizing, and directing of the completion of projects while ensuring they are on time, on budget, and within scope. 
• Identifying and participating in projects to correct equipment and processes that present potential safety hazards. 
• Reviewing, analyzing, and approving financial justifications for capital expenditures.
• Validating manufacturing processes for similar products in business units across multiple plants.
• Continuously learning and becoming an expert in problem solving, continuous improvement, product manufacturability and manufacturing best practices.
• Ensuring drawing packages are designed based on criteria established by design engineering and manufacturing.
• Providing documentation support (ECN’s, work instructions, etc.) as required.
• Working closely with application engineering to interpret customer specifications/requirements and ensure products meet the desired outcome.
• Other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate for this position will have:

• Diploma in Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or Degree in Electrical Engineering
• • Applicable experience considered in lieu of above qualifications
• Passion for and commitment to machinery, and manufacturing
• Experience and knowledge of programming and troubleshooting PLC’s, HMI’s, VFD’s, servo drives, industrial robots, and various other industrial automation and control equipment
• • Additional programming skills considered an asset
  • Experience with Allen Bradley hardware and software considered an asset
• Experience and knowledge of sensors, switches, encoders, and various other I/O components and systems
• Team player with the ability to build and maintain working relationships.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong technical and mechanical aptitude with attention to detail, and strong troubleshooting skills
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Familiarity with reading, interpreting, and creating electrical drawings and schematics
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting manufacturing drawings
• Experience creating manufacturing drawings considered an asset
• Ability to work effectively with peers to resolve issues and implement change.
• Organized and task-oriented, with attention to detail and follow through.
• Demonstration of computer-based skills: Microsoft Excel, other Microsoft and in-house software.
• Strong affiliation with Price’s Corporate Values
• Design experience considered an asset
• Experience with CAD, specifically SolidWorks, Solid Edge, and AutoCAD considered an asset
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques considered an asset

Should this excellent opportunity interest you, please submit your resume, including salary expectations.

We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.