Automation Specialist - Contract

Maple Leaf Foods

Port Perry, Ontario, Canada
Full-time
Posted March 23, 2026

Job Description

 The Opportunity:


The Automation Specialist is responsible for supporting the automation actions for the facility. The automation actions will include system backups and disaster recovery, production support, department training and continuous improvement initiatives. The Automation/Controls Specialist will play a key role in supporting the plant to improve equipment efficiency and optimize manufacturing effectiveness.



Reason for vacancy:  Existing Headcount 

Base Salary:   $58,000 – $87,000 CAD base pay annually

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:



  • Primary Support for distributed, local process control and monitoring automation systems

  • Effectively troubleshoot any HMI, PLC, Remote IO, VFD, electronic control-related and communication network issues within the facility

  • Provide input on equipment ...