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Controls Technician

by Vari-Form Inc.

Position Type: Full-time
Location: Strathroy, Ontario
Date Posted: Feb 10, 2017
Experience: 2 Years
Education: College Diploma (2 years)
Vari-Form Inc.

Job Description

Vari-Form Inc. is a leader in advanced tube hydroforming technology for the development and manufacture of products used by the automotive industry. Vari-Form Inc. has three facilities in Strathroy, Ontario and additional sites located in USA, Italy, China, and Mexico.  Vari-Form Inc. is a division of the Crowne Group who is a leading manufacturer of automotive and industrial components to the Original Equipment (OE) and Aftermarket (AM) industries.
 
Our Engineering team has an opening on our day shift for the below position at our Strathroy, Ontario location.  This position is responsible for the efficient and effective performance of the control systems of equipment and industrial automation used in the manufacturing of hydroform steel components.
 
CONTROLS TECHNICIAN
 
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  1. Involved in the design of the hydraulic and pneumatic systems associated with the equipment.
  2. Programs machine controllers, Human Machine Interfaces, setup industrial networks, and provides technical support.
  3. Supports product launches (internal and external) by involvement in APQP and troubleshooting equipment during the implementation process.
  4. Leads or participates in a variety of multi-disciplinary teams engaged in pursuing company goals or supporting product launches.
  5. Establishes and / or monitors appropriate timelines for completion of projects based on the needs of the customer (internal and external).
  6. Completes tasks assigned from Work Cell Continuous Improvement and / or Focus Factory Meetings.
  7. Participates in equipment control designs. 

Educational Requirements and Skills:
  1. College Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology.
  2. Two to five years’ electrical controls and automotive experience.
  3. Knowledge of PLC programming, robotics, electrical control systems / circuits
  4. Seimens and Motoman experience is an asset.
  5. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and troubleshooting skills.
  6. Computer literacy and AutoCad.
  7. On call availability is required.
  8. Ability to travel out of country is required. 

Vari-Form offers a great work environment, competitive compensation and professional training. If you are interested in joining our energetic team, please send your resume, including your earliest start date and salary expectations to resumes@vari-form.com

Please indicate ‘Controls Technician’ in email subject line. Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  
 
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