Automation Technician

Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging, and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.

The Novelis Bay Minette, AL team is seeking Automation Technicians to work in the Bay Minette facility. This role will report to the Engineering, Maintenance, Reliability & Automation (EMRA) Leader of the hiring Manufacturing Unit.

Responsibilities:

• Embrace the Novelis Safety Absolutes to build a zero-injury culture and the Novelis cultural beliefs of Be Authentic, Say Anything, Be Open and Build Trust.
• Maintain computer software and hardware and all facets of automation controls.
• Make hardware and software upgrades to Programmable Logic Controllers, Micro Controllers, and Process Computer Systems.
• Maintain a high technical capability of automated systems hardware and software. Function as the “on-shift” technical leader for process automation systems.
• Provide on-shift automation support and training to team members.
• Collaborate with and under the direction of Engineering.
• Assist in troubleshooting systems, coordinating project work, and maintaining equipment functionality in conjunction with operations and other maintenance employees.

• HS Diploma/GED or 5 years of industrial experience required.
• 5 years experience in an industrial environment and/or 2-year degree/certification preferred.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and standards such as NEC and OSHA. Ability and knowledge to select and use the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Knowledge and ability to understand Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), grounding, arc flash prevention, machine guarding, and alternative means of controls when troubleshooting live circuits.
• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automation devices in production equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining high-quality production standards.
• Support Mechanical and Electrical crews on troubleshooting sequencing or controlling breakdowns by accessing computer logics, following PLCs signals, and inspecting automation devices like sensors and instruments.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and pneumatic circuits to enhance troubleshooting.
• Ability to execute PLC and HMI project backups and create restoration procedures.
• Ability to analyze trend graphs, feedback from field sensors, and digital and analog inputs and outputs, in 24
  
  Vdc or 110
  
  VAC.
• Repair and replace defective components in Remote IOs panels and Controller Cabinets. Install, maintain, and repair automation parts of machinery and equipment.
• Written and oral communication skills, computer skills, and familiarity with computer maintenance management systems. Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repair histories, and equipment performance metrics.
• PLC Programming – knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers and the ability to troubleshoot these systems. Understanding of Ladder (LAD) and Function Block Diagram (FBD) logics.
• Familiarity with Ethernet networks and basic hardware.
• Computer Hardware (Install & Troubleshooting) and Operational Systems including Windows patching, setup, backups, and antivirus software to enhance cybersecurity.
• Basic understanding of Virtual Machines and thin clients and industrial interfaces.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, off-shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed to support continuous operations.

• Rolling, casting, strip process experience.
• Reading prints, single lines, process flows, and network diagrams.
• Cisco or Rockwell network hardware config & troubleshooting.
• Industrial Networking Protocol gateways (Mod Bus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, etc.).
• Software experience with AVEVA Pi, MS SQL, Octoplant, Thin Manager, Studio 5000 / Logix 5000, TIA Portal, Factory Talk View Studio, and WinCC HMI.
• Programming experience in C#, Ladder, SQL…