Controls System Specialist
Scarborough, ON, Canada Req #3544
Thursday, January 9, 2025
GRIFFITH FOODS
Griffith Foods is a global manufacturer of food products. We provide a wide range of taste and texture components for food industry customers throughout the world. Our products include seasoning blends, dry mixes, coating systems, dough blends, crumbs, flavors, sauces and food bases that are used in an extensive variety of application from snack foods and processed meat and poultry to ready meals. Our customers include food processors, restaurant operators and grocery retailers. While our name may not be familiar to consumers, our products are key components of foods offered by many of the world's best-known companies.
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Position Summary:
Reporting to the Facilities and Engineering Manager, the Controls System Specialist is responsible for providing technical support to site Electricians, Engineering and Vendors in relation to troubleshooting, programing and upgrades to the sites Control Systems and VFD's.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Project Management.
- Control Systems improvements and upgrades.
- Subject matter expert for Control related issues.
- Support Electrical team to troubleshoot complex electrical, VFD, PLC and system issues.
- Provide technical knowledge to I.T and Capital Engineering for new equipment/upgrades involving the site SCADA system.
- Excellent understanding of Electrical, Mechanical, Pneumatic, and Hydraulic Systems.
- Previous experience with Allen Bradly and Siemens software systems.
- Knowledge of CMMS and Line management system software.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of 5+ years of Electrical and Controls System experience as an Electrical Engineer or Controls Technician/Technologist.
- Electrical License recommended.
- Experience in the Food or Pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
- Experience programming Allen Bradley, Siemens and VFD's in relation to Mixers, Extruders and dry/liquid processes.
- Excellent troubleshooting and programming skills.
What We Offer():
Paid top-up for Pregnancy, Parental and Compassionate Care leave.
Health and Group Benefits (100% of premiums paid by Griffith foods).
Education reimbursement program.
Life event recognition and on the job recognition.
Generous defined contribution retirement plan.
Career development and growth opportunities.
Annual wellness allowance.
Annual incentive.
Please note that terms and conditions apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Griffith Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. If you need assistance or require accommodation please contact: askhr@griffithfoods.com.
Other details
- Job Family Manufacturing Operations
- Job Function Operations
- Pay Type Salary