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Magna PLC Programmer Afternoons in Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ontario

PLC Programmer Afternoons

Job Number: 67212

Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

Division: Dortec - Bradford

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location:

Bradford West Gwillimbury, ONTARIO, CA, L3Z 2A5

Work Style:

Job Number: 67212

Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting

Division : Dortec - Bradford

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location: BRADFORD WEST GWILLIMBURY

Work Style:

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.

About the Role

Maintains all programmable controllers (both hardware and software), electronics components and systems of all shop floor machines.

Your Responsibilities

• Remain up-to-date on new innovations in the field by reading and engaging in self-study of technical publications. Also learns through maintaining contact with outside electrical technicians to share information to improve skills in the field.

• Maintain all PLC programs and software and maintain confidentiality therein.

• Engage in training on new advancements in the field.

• Participate in maintenance department meetings and provide input and suggestions for improvement based on technical knowledge.

• Interact with other maintenance employees to exchange technical information to facilitate teamwork in troubleshooting and repair process.

• Responsible to protect own health and safety by working in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures.

• Operate laptop computer to troubleshoot and change PLC programs.

• Repair electronic parts.

• Design and modify electronics and electrical circuits.

• Receive communication from production staff pertaining to repairs required.

• Maintains and updates revision log notes after all edits.

• Keeps supervisor aware of repairs and modifications required and performed.

• Perform other duties as required

Who we are looking for

Your preferred qualifications

• Completion of high school or equivalent.

• 1 to less than 3 years of work related experience.

• A Community College diploma in Electronics and Systems Control.

• Previous experience working with PLC software tools (Omron, Seimens, A-B).

• 3 years previous experience in developing practical electronics and basic mechanical knowledge.

• 3 years experience working on programmable computers.

What we offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Site Benefits

Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

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