PLC Specialist

Job Title:

PLC Specialist Pay rate: $46.00 per hour Role & Responsibilities:

• Position is based in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Develop and implement PLC and HMI programming for plant process control equipment.
• Oversee the maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of PLC-based process control systems.
• Drive the maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization of variable-frequency drives (VFD’s) and Servo Controllers within the plant.
• Support the adoption, deployment, and maintenance of new PLC and controls technologies to enable ongoing process improvements.
• Responsible for designing, programming, testing, and implementing computer-based control systems for production automation, industrial equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Responsible for driving continuous improvement by evaluating and recommending control system hardware upgrades.
• Diagnose and resolve complex control system issues; assist maintenance personnel in debugging and troubleshooting equipment problems.
• Provide plant-level technical support as needed to aid Regional IT professionals with maintenance of plant network and workstation software applications.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Greenbelt certification is advantageous. Must proactively identify, plan, and execute continuous improvement projects.

• Associate's degree in automation or equivalent relevant PLC experience required.
• Proven experience in programming and deploying industrial control systems.
• Experience with control system components, ladder logic programming, HMI configuration, and relevant applications.
• Expertise in industrial instrumentation and controls design is advantageous.
• Knowledge and application of industry standard safety protocols for control and electrical systems.
• Able to use computer systems for troubleshooting and diagnosing process control issues.
• Must be a self-starter capable of working independently; excellent organizational and time management skills are essential.
• Able to collaborate across multiple departments and with personnel not under direct supervision.
• Skilled in fostering skill development within a workforce with varying levels of computer proficiency.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications, Microsoft Project, and AutoCAD preferred.
• Must be available for after-hours technical support.

• Shift: Primarily Day Shift, Monday to Friday
• Department:
  Reliability

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.

USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

EOE including disability/veteran