PLC Maintenance Technician

Are you looking for an opportunity to challenge yourself? Be a part of a growing, dedicated team where culture matters?

Do you want to learn a new skill while maintaining a positive work-life balance?

Are you willing to learn? Do you have a positive open-mined team-attitude?

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU!

We invite you to apply to join our Tempo community!

The PLC Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and related automation systems. This role ensures optimal performance of machinery and equipment used in manufacturing or industrial processes, contributing to minimal downtime and efficient operations. Tempo fosters a learning environment and encourages all staff to continue to build their skills and knowledge as our technology evolves. The entire Maintenance team works as a team to overcome shift obstacles, exceed daily department targets and celebrate team successes. All Tempo employees are expected to Promote Tempos core values by working within all company policies and procedures.

Duties include:

• Install, configure, and maintain PLC systems and associate hardware.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC-related issues, including wiring, programming, and component failures.
• Modify and update PLC programs to improve system performance or accommodate process changes.
• Collaborate with Management and maintenance teams to implement automation solutions.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on control systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of PLC programs, wiring diagrams, and system changes.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and electrical codes.
• Train maintenance staff on basic PLC operations and troubleshooting techniques
• Planned maintenance and troubleshooting for break/fix events of industrial production equipment, including ability quickly diagnose and repair equipment, including:
  • Engines, Motors
  • Pneumatic Control Systems and Tools
  • Conveyor Equipment
  • OEM and Internally Modified Production Equipment
  • Punches and Dies
  • Electrical Systems
  • Blending and Deburring Equipment
  • Hydraulic Equipment
• Working with External Vendors:
  • Ability to host/supervise external resources (third-party and OEM service technicians)
• Reporting/Documentation:
  • Starting and stop times for work through MaintainX
  • Logging parts, and communicating work completed, any irregularities, and status in workorders through MaintainX
  • Follow ISO work instructions
• Maintenance technicians are encouraged to maintain up to date technical knowledge by
  • Attending educational workshops
  • Reviewing technical publications
  • Establishing personal networks.
  • Other duties may be assigned by the Maintenance Manager as per the needs of the business.

Regulatory Environment/Considerations:

• • ISO 9001
  • FSSC (Food Safety) Environment

Minimum Experience/Skills Requirements:

• Technical Diploma, Automation or related field.
• 5-10 years experience working with PLC Programming industrial mechanical equipment.
• Proven experience with PLC system (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Omron).
• Strong understanding of industrial electrical systems and control circuits.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and PLC ladder logic.
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA systems is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Be able to work both independently and as a team in a cohesive, cross-functional manner.
• Attitude must be one of service to the operations we support.
• Commitment to finishing the job on time and on budget:
• Ability to work overtime is required independently to complete the job.
• Ability to competently hand off the job to the next shift.
• Ability to be on call at times on off-shifts.
• Must supply own basic tools to start.
• Sound capability working with technology, to document work in a timely manner (phone/tablet/software).
• Ability to use hand and power tools and to be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to follow work instructions, diagrams, drawings and schematics.

The ideal candidate will possess all of the minimum skills but will also have:

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Certified Industrial Electrician.
• Experience with maintenance software (MaintainX).
• CAD Experience (AutoCad/Solidworks) is nice to have.

Requirements

• Licensed Millwright or Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP) required
• 3-5 years of experience as a maintenance technician
• Understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems
• Ability to read blueprints, both electrical and mechanical
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods
• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices
• Manual dexterity and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• High level of Health & Safety knowledge and standards

Who We Are:

Tempo Flexible Packaging is a client centric brand focused vertically integrated partner of custom flexible packaging solutions. We are inspiring change for the future. Our Vision is to be the preferred partner of sustainable and socially responsible flexible packaging solutions in North America. Team Tempos focus is to rethink flexible packaging in a sustainable manner, we respect our heritage, family values and commitment to forward thinking.

We are a team of friendly and passionate people. We are optimistic about our capabilities and draw strength, not only from our uniqueness, but also from the drive and passion of our people who carry our values and vision forward. Working together we have a positive impact on our team, partners and community.

Our Core Values:

• Integrity
• Genuine
• Teamwork
• Respect
• Partner
• Community

What you'll love about us:

• Our People First Culture At Tempo Flexible Packaging, we embody our values and live them every day. We know that family and health come first, and thats a non-negotiable for us!
• Work that Stays at Work A work life balance!
• Health Benefits Health, dental, lifestyle and wellness benefits, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
• Prepare for the Future Benefit from RRSP matching that contributes towards your savings.
• A Culture of Learning and Growth We want you to keep learning and growing. We provide access to many learning tools that you can take advantage of for personal and professional capabilities development!

Company Perks:

• Paid lunch breaks for all employees.
• $125 safety boot/shoe allowance.
• $150 annually prescription safety glasses allowance.
• Wellness program
• Employee events and appreciation days!
• Bonus pay and overtime pay

Schedule: Flex Life Schedule

• 12-hour shift, 3 days per week

• Rotating every 2 weeks days and night (7:00AM to 7:00pm OR 7:00pm to 7:00AM)

• Work 36 hours, paid for 40 hours*

• 16 days off a month*

  Compliance

  • This role is a new role within the organization.

  • Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used in resume screening or hiring decisions.

  • While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

  • In accordance with Ontarios Pay Transparency legislation, the expected wage range for this role is $30.00 $35.00 per hour.

  • The final compensation offered will be based on factors such as the candidates skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Location: 2237 Industrial Park Road Innisfil, ON L9S 3V9

• Must be able to reliably commute to work own transportation.