Technician/Field Technician

InVision is a Professional Recruitment Firm specializing in Engineering, Industrial/Skilled Trades, Information Technology and Professional Services within Canada and the U.We have a successful track record working on both small and large recruitment projects, across North America.
We are seeking a Field Service Technician with PLC experience to join their growing team in Maintenince Department.
The Maintenance Technician is responsible for preventative and reactive maintenance, installation and general support of production equipment.
The Maintenance Technician is also responsible for providing rapid response troubleshooting for CNC based automated manufacturing cells built around world class Industry 4.Work closely with integrators to support the integration of advanced technologies and ensure we are fully partnered on any solutions put in place.
Identify data flow breakdowns based on an understanding of digital connectivity to ensure that data is complete, accurate and credible.
Use and interpret data and analytics to proactively detect equipment or machine failures and identify corrective action.
Perform routine diagnostic checks on equipment, electrical panels, and control systems.
Inspect identified issues and generate multiple hypothesis, using a methodical approach, to issues/problems that arise and helps drive appropriate corrective actions.
Troubleshoot software, electrical and electronic control systems issues, provide detailed corrective action and identify potential risks to similar processes.
Repair, exchange and restart software (as necessary).
Able to close the information loop across machines / facilities to enhance preventative maintenance standard operating procedures.
Solve problems relative to system peripherals (mechanical pumps, bar loaders) and diagnostic software.
Removal/Installation of motors, servo motors, ball screws, linear bearings, scales, drives, and all manner of mechanical sub-assemblies.
Precision alignment of CNC machines utilizing metrology tools.
Monitoring/repair all system components of plant coolant processing systems, including pumps, filters, chip processing equipment.
Communicate information throughout shift and at shift exchange.
Understanding of manufacturing equipment and installation.
Assist in the installation and commissioning of new equipment within a 24/7 manufacturing environment (Including auxiliary equipment)
Understand data flows within the digital solution to identify potential breakdowns or discrepancies and share relevant information.
Contributes to the implementation of new digital capabilities relevant to the team, accounting for implications to existing processes and data requirements throughout.
Provide technical application support during new installations and equipment breakdowns, including problems with documentation, research and replication, escalation, and resolution.
Improves data accuracy, relevancy and collection methods to make optimal decisions.
Assist in developing and/or updating preventive maintenance procedures.
Monitor and participate in ensuring all Key Performance Indicators (Safety, Quality and Productivity) are being achieved.
Work with different vendors, including understanding their machinery and software.

8-10 years + relevant work experience with automated equipment in a CNC Environment is an asset, however, ongoing training and mentoring will be provided.
~ Understanding of CNC programming; Knowledge of equipment:
mechanical, CNC maintenance, electrical, control/safety.
~ hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical.
~ A versatile learner, receptive to change and able to pick up new technical knowledge quickly (e.performing single disciplines in hydraulics, mechanics or electrical assemblies).
~ Understanding of assembly procedures, knowledge of assembly workflows and sequencing of activities an asset.
~ Understanding of the maintenance strategy, and how all roles within the Maintenance and, broader M2S, contribute to the overall strategy.
~ Able to validate machinery / facility operation
~ Understanding of logic behind automation and interfaces between machines, robots and data collection.
~ Understanding of coding:

~ Basic understanding of PLC programing - Structured Text (IEC 61131) Beckhoff
~ Basic understanding of Fanuc robotics coding

Excellent hourly rate