Controls Technician

About This Role

This position supports the reliability of all automation and control systems within the facility, performing tests, diagnostics, repairs, improvements, and upgrades to equipment, instrumentation, and processes.

Responsibilities

• Drive a zero EHS incident culture, support and participate in incident investigations to determine root cause and identify preventive actions
• Monitor, adjust, calibrate and repair manufacturing equipment, instruments, fixtures, etc.
• Conduct in-depth PLC, HMI, motor and drive troubleshooting and provide effective solutions
• Read and modify PLC ladder diagrams
• Perform electrical and electronic installations and modifications including drives and programming controllers
• Troubleshoot and maintain Fanuc robotic automation (Palletizers, Case erectors, Pick and Place)
• Interpret all levels of drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, specifications, etc.
• Provide higher level technical assistance to the plant shift electrician team
• Provide training to all levels of the organization
• Maintain and manage the engineering department technical procedures, manuals and drawings

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience with extensive automation and controls work
• Proficient in Allen Bradley PLC, HMI, motor and drive troubleshooting
• Working knowledge of AC vector and servo drive technology
• In-depth understanding of electric circuitry, electronics and electromechanical concepts (AC and DC, Sinking / Sourcing, Analog, etc.)
• Basic understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical concepts
• Basic understanding of PC components
• Knowledge of OSHA Electrical Standards, National Electric Code (NEC)
• Proficient in Microsoft applications and SAP
• Strong troubleshooting skills

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required, Associate’s degree in maintenance or industrial technology preferred
• Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience with extensive automation and controls work

Nice to Have

• Associate’s degree in maintenance or industrial technology
• Experience with Mitsubishi, Schneider, GE, or Opto 22 PLC systems
• Knowledge of CAD system (i.e. AutoCAD, Vizio, etc.)

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits