Electrical & Automation Technician

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At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

The Electrical and Automation Technician's primary responsibility is to maintain and troubleshoot all process control and operational support systems equipment in a proactive manner, troubleshoot and repair breakdowns on all major electrical and computer-based equipment. Support factory electrical & automation engineering functions. Assist with capital and process improvement project teams. Perform all preventive maintenance as scheduled and support system improvements.

This shift is a 12 hour, 2-2-3 schedule – must be available to work weekends and/or holidays.

The approximate hourly pay for this position is $39.50. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

a) PLC Control Systems:
Strong understanding of PLC control systems and the circuit logic to equipment components.

• Troubleshoot production PLC's, their control panels and associated hardware
• Troubleshoot production HMI systems
• Systematic change control on PLC programs
• Troubleshoot variable frequency drive motors, servo motors, and robot control systems
• Interpret electrical schematics and complex safety circuit networks

b) Electrical & Automation Equipment Preventive Maintenance

• Instrument Calibration:
  Perform calibration of instruments and program documentation.
• Perform electrical and automation equipment PM work orders in alignment with factory's maintenance planning and scheduling.
• Perform administrative PM work orders in alignment with factory's Computerized Maintenance Management System (i.e. SAP's Asset Maintenance Management) work practices.
• Maintain factory electrical & application program documentation.

c) Industrial Performance Improvement

• Ensure accurate documentation of all electrical and automation platforms, equipment and unplanned machine stops.
• Analyze performance data to improve electrical and automation equipment unplanned stops.
• Analyze performance data to implement automation improvements which provide positive contribution to all key plant indicators (safety, quality, cost, and service).
• Support other maintenance troubleshooting and line maintenance as needed.
• Participate in capital and process improvement teams

d) Industrial Electrical System:
Strong understanding of medium voltage electrical distribution systems, including motor control centers, distribution panels, and circuit protection devices.

• Troubleshoot electrical circuits from motor starter to load, including three phase 480 VAC, 120 VAC, and 24 VDC control and power systems.

e) System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)/Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

• Basic troubleshooting of messaging from production floor equipment to-and-from networked systems (Historian).
• Knowledge of control system networks (Ethernet, Control Net, and instrument digital bus systems)
• Basic troubleshooting of network switches, internet routing protocols and machine messaging protocols.
• Ensure documentation…