Controls Technician

Job Description

This position provides support for the reliability of all automation and control systems throughout the facility. Works closely with all plant personnel to perform tests, diagnostics, repairs, improvements and upgrades to all equipment, instrumentation, process and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Drive a zero EHS incident culture, support and participate in incident investigations to determine root cause and identify preventive actions, correct unsafe conditions and acts immediately, and use every incident or near miss as a teaching moment for others
• Monitor, adjust, calibrate and repair manufacturing equipment, instruments, fixtures, etc.
• Conduct in-depth PLC, HMI, motor drive troubleshooting and provide effective solutions – Allen Bradley required with at least one other manufacturer (i.e. Mitsubishi, Schneider, GE, Opto, etc.)
• Read and modify PLC ladder diagrams
• Perform electrical and electronic installations and modifications including drives and programming controllers
• Working knowledge of AC vector drive and servo drive technology.
• Understand in-depth electric circuitry, electronics and electromechanical concepts - AC and DC, Sinking / sourcing
• Basic understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical concepts
• Basic understanding of PC components
• Interpret all levels of drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, specifications, etc. Knowledge of CAD system (i.e. Auto Cad, Vizio, etc.)
• Sustain an understanding of the latest state-of-the-art automation and control techniques
• Utilize problem solving techniques including PDCA to solve problems to root cause, implement actions that prevent reoccurrence, improve operations, etc.
• Supply higher level technical assistance to plant shift electrician team
• Provide training to all levels of the organization
• Ability to supervise contractors to minimize scheduled and unscheduled downtimes
• Maintain and manage the engineering department technical procedures, manuals and drawings, including records of as-built equipment and process changes
• Occasional need to work flexible hours. May include weekend and/or holiday work, subject to call-ins

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Apprenticeship or equivalent training required
• Associate's degree in maintenance or industrial technology preferred
• Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience with extensive automation and controls work
• Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft applications, Outlook, SAP, etc.
• Working knowledge OSHA Electrical Standards, National Electric Code (NEC)
• Strong troubleshooting skills and logic to solve problems to root cause
• Proactive and self-motivated to work effectively with minimal supervision
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to make decisions under time constraints and tight deadlines
• Able to interact with other associates in a team-oriented environment