Packaging Automation Technician

7 days ago

Portage la Prairie, Canada Simplot Full time

Simplot Canada (II) Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of the J.R. Simplot Company. The J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a true farm-to-table company with operations that touch every aspect of agriculture, including seed production, farming and ranching, plant sciences, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, commercial product development, and distribution.

**Summary**:
The Instrument Technician is responsible for maintaining all process instrumentation and controls throughout the facility to ensure safe operating practices. This individual wires, troubleshoots, repairs, calibrates, and maintains equipment to minimize downtime. The Instrument Technician frequently collaborates with engineers and electricians to complete work assignments accurately.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Typical Education**:

- Associate's Degree (A.A. or equivalent)**Relevant Experience**:

- 5+ years related experience and/or training**Required Certifications**:
**Other Information**:
Skills: Must demonstrate initiative; be assertive, enthusiastic, accurate, and detail-oriented. Excellent attendance record and punctual. Required to operate a fork lift, and/or other equipment as needed;
Abilities: Ability to prepare basic written and/or computer reports. Ability to work independently or under mínimal supervisor; a team player, and ability to work with multiple disciplines. Ability to read and understand all equipment and machinery manuals; ability to conduct research as needed.

Physical Requirements: This job requires the ability to work in excess of eight hours per day, off-duty hours, and weekends to reach operational goals and compliance requirements. This individual must have the ability to operate a front-end loader, forklift, and/or other motorized equipment. Job duties may require the ability to climb stairs, climb ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, grip, push, pull, move and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds.

**Job Requisition ID**:18170

**Travel Required**: None

**Location(s)**:FG Plant - Portage la Prairie

**Country**: Canada

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**Simplot Canada (II) Limited is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, marital status, or any other protected status.**_

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