Magna International · 2 days ago
Controls Technician
Ontario, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
CAD$33.32/hr - CAD$47.66/hrMagna International is a leading company in automotive technologies, offering an engaging work environment and diverse responsibilities. They are seeking a Controls Technician to perform PLC programming and troubleshooting, maintain and improve equipment, and ensure high-quality production processes.
AutomotiveIndustrial EngineeringManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform all duties and promote themselves in a manner that reflects Formet Expectations and Formet’s Visions/Values through Magna’s Employee Charter
Follow and abide by all government, Legal, Magna and Formet rules and regulations
Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities
Maintain safety standards of equipment and work area and perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with the safety policies of Formet
PLC troubleshooting and programming for large automation production lines, both on shop floor and remote interaction
Navigating and creating Standard PLC structures, programming for Rockwell PLC’s
PLC interfacing and programming control for integration of FANUC material handling, MIG welding, laser cutting robotic applications and Vision assisted handling
Integrate safe machine control using safety PLC structure and architectural design
Utilize AutoCAD to design, and provide support for reading, modifying, and understanding machine design content
Network interfacing for on-machine and plant communication using Ethernet, IO link, Profibus and Profinet
Programming data collection flow and archiving of historian data for analysis
HMI programming for machine interface via Ignition and Rockwell software
Data Matrix code reading for product traceability
Machine vision inspection for part certification during processing
Programming and troubleshooting motion control and VFD applications using Rockwell integrated control
Mechanical, pneumatic support as it relates to a controls process
Use conventional and servo hydraulic systems for piercing, riveting and forming processes
Co-ordinate activities of apprentices, helpers and assigned contractors
Assists in developing and/or updating preventive maintenance procedures
Conduct all activities in a professional manner and positive attitude with emphasis on personal responsibility
Interact with the team members running the line to look for improvements or ideas to improve your/their job/task and improve line Safety, Quality and Productivity
Preventative maintenance on Equipment – identify weakness in design and implement improvements. Take pride in workmanship and when performing skilled work develop procedures to educate and train other team members performing the same work
Evaluate and improve our processes for uptime and repeatability
Evaluate downtime situations for root cause and suggest/implement improvements in conjunction with Production Team Members. (Resolve the issue once root cause has been established / Joint decision production and maintenance)
Evaluate potential risks to similar processes and develop work orders and plans to resolve issue
Perform other duties as designated
Qualification
Required
Completion of an Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technician course or equivalent from a community or recognized college program consisting of two years or more
Certificate of Qualification in a Formet recognized trade
Benefits
Shifts rotate every 2 weeks between Days, Afternoons and Midnights.
Shift premiums of $0.85/hour (afternoons) and $1.35/hour (midnights).
Weekly pay via direct deposit.
Overtime (1.5x) after 40 hours worked (hourly).
Vacation entitlement: + 2 weeks of paid vacation (3 weeks after 3 years) + 4 company paid holidays + 2x ½ days = 15 days annually.
Option to bank your overtime to earn up to an extra 5 days of paid time off (approved in the same manner as vacation time) (27 hours x 1.5 = 40 hours).
Medical and dental benefits after 1 month of employment.
Free onsite physiotherapy.
Free on-site counselling.
Magna will contribute an amount equal to 3% of regular earnings every week to your retirement savings (MBC program).
Profit sharing paid in the second quarter of every year (EEPPP Program).
Matched GRRSP.
Company paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D).
Optional group life insurance and critical illness insurance for self and spouse.
Safety shoe, prescription safety glasses and custom molded earplug allowance.
Company paid uniforms (if you choose to use).
Company BBQ, holiday parties and company events.
Corporate social responsibility initiatives - 6k for water walk, support local charities (Hospice of Elgin, Adopt a Family (12 in total), STEGH), Children’s Health Foundation and many more).
Magna Service Award Program.
Roger’s and Bell cellphone data plan available – as low as $50/month!
Subsidized cafeteria with daily specials including hot vegetarian options – we are known for our amazing cafeteria! Free coffee, juice, and tea.
Educational Assistance Program.
Employee discounts: new vehicles, amusement parks, etc.
Plant-wide continuous improvement program: 2025 bonus = $1930
You get to work with a FANTASTIC Team! One Team, One Formet!
Company
Magna International
Magna International is a mobility tech company and auto supplier that engages in body exteriors, structures, power, vision, and seating.
Founded in 1957
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.79B2025-05-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.04B
2024-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $330.18M
2024-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $400M
Leadership Team
Philip Fracassa
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
Jorg Meinrich
Purchasing Director
Recent News
2025-12-13
Magna International Inc.
2025-11-21
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