PLC Programmer

LOCATION: Oakville Canada

The PLC Programmer will support manufacturing operations by developing, troubleshooting, and maintaining plant-floor automation systems, with a strong focus on Allen-Bradley PLC programming, GVOSS exposure, and Factory Information System support. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable equipment performance, accurate production data collection, real-time reporting, and continuous improvement of assembly line operations.

The Factory Information System is a critical plant-floor data and reporting software used in manufacturing facilities to monitor the real-time performance of assembly lines, track production flow, analyze downtime, and identify mechanical bottlenecks that impact throughput, quality, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen-Bradley PLCs used in manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Support plant-floor automation systems, including PLC controls, HMI interfaces, industrial networks, and data collection systems.
• Work with Factory Information System software to monitor real-time production data, assembly line performance, downtime, and production flow.
• Analyze system data to identify mechanical bottlenecks, equipment issues, cycle time concerns, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing equipment, controls systems, and production reporting tools.
• Assist with integration between PLC systems, plant-floor equipment, and manufacturing information systems.
• Troubleshoot automation-related issues to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, operations, and production teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Review and modify existing PLC logic, control programs, and system documentation as needed.
• Support commissioning, testing, upgrades, and validation of automation and reporting systems.
• Maintain accurate records of PLC changes, system updates, troubleshooting activity, and production system improvements.
• Ensure automation work is completed in alignment with plant safety, quality, and manufacturing standards.

Qualifications

• Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and controls support in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs and related automation platforms.
• Exposure to GVOSS or similar plant-floor manufacturing systems preferred.
• Experience supporting a Factory Information System, manufacturing execution system, or production reporting platform is preferred.
• Understanding of assembly line operations, production flow, equipment uptime, downtime tracking, and bottleneck analysis.
• Ability to diagnose issues involving PLC logic, sensors, actuators, control panels, HMIs, and production equipment.
• Familiarity with plant-floor data collection, real-time reporting, and performance monitoring tools.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with maintenance technicians, manufacturing engineers, production supervisors, and operations teams.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices, electrical controls, and manufacturing process improvement is preferred.
• Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.

PLC Programmer, Allen-Bradley PLC programming, Allen-Bradley PLCs, PLC controls, HMI interfaces, GVOSS, Factory Information System, real-time production data, real-time reporting, assembly line operations, production flow, mechanical bottlenecks, manufacturing execution system, plant-floor automation systems, industrial networks, downtime tracking, equipment reliability, controls systems, automation troubleshooting, manufacturing operations

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Are you comfortable working in Canada long term?
• Do you have experience programming and troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs?
• Do you have hands-on experience supporting plant-floor automation systems in a manufacturing environment?
• Have you worked with GVOSS or a similar manufacturing reporting system?
• Have you supported a Factory Information System, manufacturing execution system, or real-time production data platform?
• Do you have experience monitoring assembly line performance, production flow, downtime, or bottlenecks?
• Are you comfortable troubleshooting PLC logic, HMIs, sensors, actuators, and control systems?
• Have you worked directly with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to resolve equipment or automation issues?
• Do you have experience documenting PLC changes, system updates, and troubleshooting activity?
• Are you familiar with industrial safety standards and manufacturing plant-floor procedures?
• Are you able to support production-critical systems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?

Work Location: In person