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Automation Technician
@ Bimbo Canada
Hamilton, Ontario
Overview
Bimbo Canada is hiring an Automation Technician to support controls and automation across its bakeries. The role covers equipment reliability, SCADA dashboards, PLC and drive programming, and troubleshooting breakdowns. The posting states a salary range of $67,700 to $100,000, flexible shifts, and occasional travel within the GTA.
Responsibilities:
- Follow LOTO, arc flash and PPE safety rules
- Program VFDs and servo drives and calibrate process equipment
- Build SCADA dashboards showing equipment performance
- Investigate faults, find root causes and follow up on corrective actions
- Support breakdowns, installations and internal and external audits
Requirements summary:
- 2+ years in controls and automation
- Electrical Engineering degree or Electrical Engineering Technology diploma
- Allen-Bradley PLC, HMI, VFD and servo programming experience
- Ignition SCADA, industrial protocols and networking knowledge
- Strong communication skills
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-06
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 50 lb · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Background checks | criminal record, references, credit |
| Encouraged to apply | Racialized people, Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology |
| Perks mentioned | Performance bonus, Paid training |
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Bimbo Canada
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Full company description
At Bimbo Canada, we are proud to be made by Canadians, for Canadians. For more than 115 years, we have been nourishing families using trusted, high quality baked goods and snacks that are part of everyday life. As a leading CPG company and part of Grupo Bimbo, we bring iconic brands to tables across the country, including Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery™, Takis®, Little Bites™, Vachon® and Hostess®. Our purpose is to Nourish a Better World, and this commitment is woven into everything we do. From post graduate mentorship and leadership development through programs like Rise to Lead, to product innovation such as our Dempster's® and POM® Protein Bread lineup, to ongoing commitment to sustainability efforts, we focus on making a positive impact for our people, our communities, and our planet. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens our teams, drives better decision making and fuels innovation. Associates are supported through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and development opportunities that empower them to take ownership of their careers and build long term success. The safety and well-being of our associates is our top priority. We believe safety is about protecting what matters most to our associates, including families, futures, and the ability to thrive at work and beyond. Bimbo Canada has been recognized externally, including being named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes in 2023 and 2026, and one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital in 2025 and 2026. These recognitions reflect the everyday actions of our associates and our shared commitment to building a sustainable, highly productive, and deeply humane company. We continue to transform the baking industry to better serve Canadians and generations to come. Start your career with us today!
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- Reported office locations
- 2 International Blvd, Suite 100, Etobicoke, Ontario M9W 1A2, CA
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- Bimbo Canada
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At Bimbo Canada, we are proud to be made by Canadians, for Canadians. For more than 115 years, we have been nourishing families using trusted, high quality baked goods and snacks that are part of everyday life. As a leading CPG company and part of Grupo Bimbo, we bring iconic brands to tables across the country, including Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery™, Takis®, Little Bites™…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage Manufacturing |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Etobicoke, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 76 |
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As part of the largest baking company in the world, Bimbo Canada is a leading producer and distributor of packaged fresh bread, bakery products and snacks. We produce and distribute more than 1,000 products across; 18 brands Canadians know and trust, like Dempster's®, Villaggio®, POM®, Bon Matin®, Stonemill®, Natural Bakery®, Takis®, Thomas'®, Little Bites™, Vachon®, Hostess® and more.
In business for more than 110 years, the company operates 15 bakeries and employs approximately 4,000 associates across Canada. Bimbo Canada creates value by being at the forefront of manufacturing and service delivery innovation in the baking industry through the continued improvement and refinement of its supply chain network while serving major grocery chains, retail outlets and foodservice operations across Canada.
At Bimbo Canada, we’re more than just a bakery - we’re a family dedicated to baking delicious moments for millions. Our beliefs are the foundation of our success, and we’re looking for people who share our commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Follow all safety regulations, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash protection, and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Utilize available automation technology to increase equipment productivity, safety, and reliability.
- Develop SCADA dashboards to display equipment performance and status.
- Investigate issues, identify root causes, determine corrective and preventive actions, and follow up on any deviations.
- Participate in and cooperate with all internal and external audits.
- Apply technical expertise during equipment breakdowns and new installations.
- Perform setup and calibration of process equipment and control instrumentation as required.
- Determine and program parameters for VFDs and servo drives.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Comfortable working in a hot, humid, and loud work environment.
- Must be available to work flexible shifts.
- Will be required to adhere to food safety GMPs.
- Occasional travel within the GTA.
- 2 plus years of work experience in the Controls and Automation field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma.
- Certification in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and related automation equipment would be an asset.
- Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, SLC), HMI, VFD, and servo programming.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, Modbus, ProfiBus, and MQTT.
- Experience with the Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA system.
- Exposure to CMMS (Maximo 9) systems.
- Strong understanding of industrial networking and VLANs.
- Strong communication skills.
- Experience with programming languages such as Python, HTML, C/C++, and SQL.
- Experience with robotics, vision systems, and barcode readers.
- Experience with other platforms would be an asset (OMRON, Mitsubishi, AutomationDirect, and Siemens).
- Knowledge of setting up and using virtual machines (VMware, Hyper-V).
Growth Opportunities: Bimbo Canada is committed to personal and professional growth. We offer training, development, and advancement opportunities both domestically and internationally.
Innovation: Be part of a company that constantly innovates in the food industry. Your work will contribute to creating delicious products loved by millions.
The Bimbo Way: We believe in the special dignity and value of the human person. We believe that as people we form one community and we believe that this community is focused on getting results. We do this by competing and winning in the market with superior quality in everything we do. We believe in being sharp operators; that is, being very, very good at what we do, and always acting with integrity so that as a company we can transcend and endure for a very long time. That’s the Bimbo Way.
We are incredibly proud of our distinction as one of Canada’s Most Admired Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital. This recognition is a reflection of how strong, people-first culture drives exceptional performance and sets us apart as industry leaders. Bimbo Canada was also named one ofCanada’s Best Employers for 2026 by Forbes!This tremendous honour recognizes our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace for our associates.
If you are ready to join a company that values its associates and bakes delicious moments every day, apply today!!
Your journey with Bimbo Canada starts here.
We thank all interested applicants, but only those selected will be contacted. Please note all offers of employment at Bimbo Canada (Formerly Canada Bread Company Limited) are conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-hire background check (including but not limited to criminal history, reference, credit and/or physical demands checks) as appropriate for the role and as permitted by law.
Bimbo Canada is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to building a diverse workplace that promotes diversity, equity and belonging in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified people of all genders, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples and persons with disabilities. We welcome applications from all interested individuals; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job seekers with disabilities who require accommodation during the recruitment process, or would like more details about accessibility, should contact Bimbo Canada Accessibility at [email protected].
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