Overview
Industrial PLC Programmer (Bruderheim)
Location: Bruderheim, Alberta
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About SIL Industrial Minerals:
Sil Industrial Minerals is a company of good, hard-working people dedicated to providing excellent service and top-quality products for its customers through leading edge technology. That’s why Sil Industrial Minerals is Western Canada’s leader in industrial sands, blasting abrasives and equipment.
Position overview:
We are currently recruiting for an Industrial PLC Programmer to help develop and further integrate our automation processes. This is a challenging opportunity that will have you integrating automation processes throughout various business units. This opportunity is perfect for those that eager to learn and grow in a fast paced and dynamic role.
PLC Programmer Essential Functions/ Responsibilities:
- Participate in the development of automation projects;
- Programing using Inductive Automation (Ignition SCADA);
- Monitor and control industrial processes;
- Be responsible for solving technical problems (troubleshooting);
- Help in developing and improving automation processes throughout the various business lines
- Working with PLC’s, HMI’s, VFD’s
- Work on integrating the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), including helping train and provide assistance to field staff
- Provide support for operations;
- Identify opportunities for improvement and optimization and propose solutions.
PLC Programmer Qualifications:
- You hold a technical degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Technology or equivalent;
- You have 1 years of experience in automation;
- You see various areas of improvement via automation throughout a business;
- You have a hands-on instrumentation and electrical know-how;
- You are a proactive person that understands changing procedures takes a tenacious personality.
- Proficient with Inductive Automation Platform
- Valid Driver’s license;
- Ability to read and interpret operating/maintenance manuals and electrical schematics
- You have the ability to solve complex problems;
- Consult manufacturer’s manuals to determine installation, test, and maintenance procedures;
- You have the ability to work in groups with various stakeholders.
- Understanding of the construction and/or sand processing industry is considered as asset.
- Strong communication skills.
Sil Industrial Minerals is an equal opportunity employer. We would like to thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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