Industrial Automation Systems Specialist

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Automation Systems Specialist to join our team at Resolute Forest Products Inc. in Thunder Bay, ON, Canada.

About the Role:

• This is a permanent, full-time position requiring a strong background in industrial automation and electrical engineering.
• You will work closely with our maintenance team to ensure optimal performance and efficiency of mechanical and process control systems.
• Your primary responsibility will be to develop, implement, and evaluate performance improvements through quality assurance and quality control procedures and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure application of highest Safety standards for sawmill and planer operations.
• Develop, recommend, implement, and evaluate performance improvements through quality assurance and quality control procedures and standards.
• Visit job sites and analyze job requirements in the field.
• Work with supervisors of maintenance (mechanical and electrical) to ensure optimal performance and efficiency of maintenance activities.
• Test machines & equipment to detect & troubleshoot irregularities and malfunctions.
• Supervise and ensure compliance with work specifications, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Facilitate technology transfer and support mills with troubleshooting and achieving optimum processes, performance, and higher product quality.
• Identify and develop solutions to correct inspection function deficiencies.
• Inspect and audit processes, equipment manufacturing processes, material, and product quality.
• Perform studies to ensure the overall reliability and capacity of the mills through product quality standards, equipment specific specifications, and requirements compliance.
• Perform all administrative tasks (reports: production, maintenance, timesheets, health and safety, performance, training, transfer of personnel, environment, etc.).
• Early morning shift work Monday to Friday with a willingness to travel 90% (rural Atikokan & Ignace manufacture site operations); role requires driver license & personal vehicle transportation.

Requirements:

• Electrical Engineering Technologist, Trades certification or College equivalent; and eligible for certification by a provincial association.
• 3 to 5 years' experience in related industrial environment.
• Advanced computer skills i.e. AutoCAD, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Formal PLC training with a strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• A self-motivated individual who will work towards Safety & Reliability Excellence.
• Good working knowledge of sawmill and planer mill equipment.
• NLGA valid grading license an asset.

Compensation:

We offer a competitive salary of $80,000 - $100,000 per year, based on experience, plus benefits including Health, Dental, Std, Ltd, AD&D Life & Travel Insurance Benefits, and a Defined-contribution pension plan with generous employer participation from the first day of work.