Programmer/Analyst

Utilizing various software platforms, the programmer analyst will implement data and information tools to develop programs and dashboards to support the daily operation in the manufacturing environment.  The Programmer Analyst works in an office environment but maybe exposed to some elements such as temperature and noise during time spent in the plant.

Duties Include:

• Program and develop tools utilizing Ignition software.
• Review and analyze multiple data sources to present information to management team.
• Work with various programs to support information needs of the plant.
• Learn, understand, and support various applications used in the plant.
• Ensure systems reliability through redundancy, backups and security.
• Help train and support users on new applications, changes, upgrades and/or recommend external training resources and co-ordinate effective training schedules.
• Provide on-call availability in case of a work-related emergency that requires your immediate attention.
• Handle the day-to-day analysis, design, implementation, testing and integration of internal applications.
• Work closely with all internal groups, advising of the best approach for application development, enhancements, upgrades and integration.
• Manage projects to ensure that development target dates are being met, and that the internal customer is being informed of the status.

Required Skills/Experience:

• University degree/College Diploma in Computer Science, or working toward such degree.
• SQL and DB2 knowledge is an asset.
• Python/Jython knowledge is an asset.
• Experience working in both an office and automotive manufacturing environment is desired.
• Extensive hands on experience with the analysis, evaluation, implementation, and support of application hardware, software and security systems.
• Technical background with an emphasis on the Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft SQL Server and complex TCP/IP networks.
• Experience implementing and supporting third-party applications including server, client and upgrades.
• Ability to work well in a fast paced environment and with a variable workload.

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and some of the information in-process can be considered confidential.