Automation​/PLC Technologist

Renewal by Andersen Summary

Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team members’ personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences.

We are committed to an inclusive workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential. We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they’re most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability.

If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.

Role in the electrical and controls technical support area. Primary focus is contributing as a key member of a technical team supporting plant production as a subject matter expert in Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and automation controls support. This position will work with operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to resolve production downtime, identify root causes, and investigate, develop, and test machine and process improvements.

• Troubleshoot problems and perform root cause analysis with other technical employees, suppliers, and external experts
• Develop and implement improvements to technical issues on machines and processes
• Ability to provide technical support and services to engineers, maintenance, and operations
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of the respective functional area supporting Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) including drawings, troubleshooting guides, preventative maintenance instructions
• Ensure work is performed in a manner that minimizes downtime
• Coach, guide, and train less experienced staff on technical topics
• Position may require after-hours (on-call) control system support for 24/7 production on a rotational basis

• 2-year technical degree or equivalent combination of formalized technical education and experience
• Experience in working with PLC and PLC software for troubleshooting, modification of code, and adding new code
• Experience with in automation/electrical field
• Troubleshooting skills for process and machine automation problems
• Strong aptitude in process improvement and problem-solving
• Must be able to read & interpret electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical drawings for equipment

• Rockwell Automation motion control applications
• Fanuc robotics troubleshooting, maintaining, and minor modifications
• CNC application troubleshooting, programming, and maintaining

Who we are is not just what we do but why we do it. Ultimately, we do what we do to make a difference. Renewal by Andersen is united by a goal to make a difference in the lives of our homeowners, our colleagues, our families and our communities. Our team members have a passion for what we do and are empowered to exceed expectations and deliver delight not just at work, but in our communities.

Our teams across North America invest in all those they interact with because Renewal Cares
. It’s who we are; we are one network of Difference Makers
.

Benefits include, and are not limited to:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage
• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $61,.

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