PLC Programmer @ NPK International

PLC Programmer

NPK International inc. (NYSE: NPKI) is the only site access solutions partner to manufacture and rent industry-leading sustainable composite matting, along with a full suite of services including planning, logistics, and remediation - so you can protect your people, the environment, and your bottom line.

A PLC Programmer is responsible for the management, maintenance, oversight and review of automation and control system efforts for the Manufacturing plant along with all required documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Adhere to all related OSHA, EPA, DEQ, DOT and other regulatory requirements and regulations in concurrence with Company's Policies and Procedures.
• Authority to shut down any operation that reveals possible harm to self or another employee.
• Adhere to and be knowledgeable of Company's Policy and Procedures and must remain abreast of all amendments to the Policy.
• Strictly comply with all Safety procedures such as Lock Out/Tag Out, Confined Space, and Climbing standards.
• Maintain good housekeeping of all assigned areas and those areas where repairs are in progress or recently completed.
• Perform all PMs (Preventative Maintenance) according to company standards and recognized good practices. All documentation must be timely, correct, and complete.
• Perform electrical & control related repairs and troubleshooting on plant systems. Assist in mechanical repairs where mode of failure is uncertain.
• Develop electrical control solutions to problems or in response to changes-planned & un-planned- in all plant processes.
• Be capable of working independently and completing assigned projects systematically.
• Perform specialized repairs of custom equipment.
• Perform electrical service and troubleshooting of all equipment including robots and hot plate welder.
• Function as a member of cross functional teams charged with specifying equipment and processes for the plant.
• Have ability to develop controls strategy as part of a process development team and select I/O appropriate to meet design specifications.
• Be able to critically evaluate and select I/O devices based on precision, accuracy, reliability, appropriateness, and sourcing considerations.
• Analyze current processes and programs to identify improvement potential.
• Maintain current backups of all PLC, HMI, SCADA, robot, VFD.
• Follow established Management of Change (MOC) procedures for all programming modifications.
• Document all software revisions, changes, and troubleshooting activities before returning equipment to production.
• Read and understand detailed electrical and electronic schematics.
• Draw simple schematics to record modifications to equipment as required.
• Use various company meters such as a megohmmeter, temperature calibrator, loop calibrator, etc., to troubleshoot problems in electrical systems.
• Carry out additions and alterations on all plant equipment as directed by maintenance or engineering on an ongoing basis, to improve operation and safety of plant equipment.
• Work with the maintenance department in troubleshooting equipment to determine problems through proper test procedures and operational checks.
• Perform or assist in corrective and preventative maintenance on facility and production equipment as directed through work orders.
• Safe operation of forklift.
• Be able to be contacted 24/7 and respond to downtime or other emergency conditions.
• Source & order repair parts. Responsible for all order/receipt documentation.
• Install, relocate, or remove plant equipment as required.
• Stay current on knowledge of control products & technologies.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Provide guidance and training to other maintenance personnel.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum
  
  Education Required:
  
  High school graduate or equivalent required. Associates Degree in Electronics, Instrumentation and Controls or other related discipline preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5 years hands on automation, controls and industrial electrical experience. Extensive knowledge of controls, PLC, drives, & other related equipment. Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
• Travel:
  Minimal travel required, position is onshore in Manufacturing plant.