Automation Technician

JBS Food Canada

. Assist plant production by troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining and providing support for electronics .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeBrooks • CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining electronic systems and instrumentation, with a strong focus on calibration and support for production equipment. Proficient in programming and configuring automation devices, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Automation Technician ExperienceVFD KnowledgePLC ProgrammingC++ ProgrammingTroubleshooting Skills

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingRepairingCalibrationProgrammingElectronics MaintenanceData Communication InstallationTechnical Manual ReadingInstrumentationAutomationCCTV Installation

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAnalytical SkillsVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationProblem Solving Skills

Tools & Technologies

Foss Meat AnalyzersLabel PrintersBarcode ScannersData Collection DevicesMetal DetectorsWeighing Scales

Certifications & Qualifications

College Diploma in InstrumentationElectrical CertificationElectronic CertificationAutomation Certification

Industry Keywords

Production SupportCalibration StandardsSafety CompliancePre-Hire Medical TestDrug and Alcohol Test

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

C++

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist plant production by troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining and providing support for electronics
Read and understand technical manuals
Calibrate and service metal detectors and weighing scales
Set up and perform minor repairs on Foss meat analyzers
Set up and repair label printers and applicators
Install, configure and repair production data collection devices, including scales, terminals and barcode scanners
Install and terminate data communication cables
Install and maintain CCTV cameras
Install, calibrate and troubleshoot instruments

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum college diploma related to instrumentation/ electrical/ electronic/ automation
Minimum 1 year of Automation technician experience will be an asset
Knowledge on VFD, PLC, C++ programing & troubleshooting
Excellent interpersonal, analytical, verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills
Demonstrated problem solving skills
Strong troubleshooting, programming and calibration skills
Applicants must complete a pre-hire medical and drug and alcohol test
Any employment offer is conditional upon satisfactory completion of the medical and drug and alcohol test

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Wage
Relocation Assistance
Extended Health/Medical Benefit
Group Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Short/ Long Term Disability
Vision/Dental Care
Employee Beef Purchasing Program
Voluntary Employee RRSP Contributions
Employer RRSP Contributions
Medical Clinic on-site
Career Growth and Continued Training