Automation Technology Associate 2023

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Position Application:
https://careers.cargill.com/job/guelph/automation-technology-associate/…
Your Role:
Connect to meaningful work. Feed the world. Achieve your higher purpose.
What if your ideas could nourish the world? As an associate, we transfer your knowledge and skills into profound experiences that positively impact our global community. From food to transportation, your innovative solutions, collaboration and dedication will evolve industries to take on tomorrow's greatest challenges. And that's just the beginning. Because when your skills meet our unrivaled network and breadth of opportunity, your career is without bounds. Join our community to realize the impact of your work, help people around the world and connect with something greater.
Your Work:
The Automation Technology Associate has the responsibility to execute the Automation strategy at this plant in accordance with the business need and corporate defined best practice standards and guidelines. Work including, but not limited to PLC programming, HMI programming, plant network architecture design/troubleshooting, control system design/upgrades and working with maintenance to troubleshoot existing systems and processes. Provide design assistance in the areas of automation, electrical and instrumentation for projects based on current best practices using approved components and standards. Provide expertise and/or support for internal and external resources during the execution of projects.

Your Day to Day:
• Provide troubleshooting expertise in the areas of automation, electrical and instrumentation in support of the plant.
• To learn the facility functions (both the processes and the service groups). To continuously gain knowledge and experience in automation, electrical and instrumentation.
• Provide programming and configuration expertise to support projects.
• Management of troubleshooting tools and documentation.
• Provide work orders and part number for SAP
• Tracking projects to completion
• Other duties as assigned

Environment:
Your time at a Protein Facility will keep you focused and on your toes, as our Operations Associates find themselves in different temperatures depending on the rotation or task. It can be cold, hot, wet and even a little messy at times. We work hard for our people, our customers, and our consumers. As a result, you will have the possibility of working varying shift hours, 8 to 10-hour shifts, and even 6-day weeks depending on customer demand. As an industry leader, it’s all part of contributing to a successful team that is doing things right, reaching higher, and putting people first. Your work in these facilities will be vital to our mission of nourishing the world.
Our Benefits:
No matter who you are or where you are, we’ve designed our plans and programs to meet your needs. We want to help you take care of what’s needed for today and offer protection to help with tomorrow’s what-ifs. You’ll have access to a wide variety of flexible and inclusive programs to meet your health, financial, and work/life needs to support you and help you thrive. Eligible programs and incentives include:
• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• Paid time off
• Supplementary health, dental, disability and life benefits package. Short term and long-term incentives
• Competitive retirement plans and registration assistance.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing program
• Digital Learning Library
• Access to volunteer and community outreach opportunities and paid time off to participate in volunteer activities
• Tuition reimbursement benefits are offered to those who wish to continue their education in their career field.
• Relocation benefits for those that qualify
Our Vibrant Community:
At Cargill, you will be a part of our vibrant global community with a culture that celebrates diversity. This is a reflection of the clients we serve and generates an intellectually diverse set of employees. Business Resource Groups (BRGs) help us embrace our diversity, make our culture more inclusive and enhance our employees’ outstanding talents and perspectives to benefit our organization and employees.
Job Locations:
• Guelph, ON (Dunlop)
Required Qualifications:
• Must be legally entitled to work for Cargill in Canada
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or technical diploma graduating between May 2020 or May 2023
• Proven ability to work effectively with individuals from a diverse group of backgrounds and cultures
• Ability to understand and communicate in English (verbal/written)
• Willingness to work 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and weekends should the occasional need arise
Preferred Qualifications:
• Have knowledge of programming languages
• Ability to read and update electrical schematics
• Basic use of a computer and typing skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft office software, with an emphasis on Excel and Word