I&E Technician; End Plant

• Location 1901 Wycon Dr,Waco, TX, ,United States
• Employee Type FT - Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Our Waco, TX facility manufactures aluminum ends/lids for beverage cans commonly used for soft drinks, beers, energy drinks, teas and non-carbonated beverages. Using state of the art end-making technology, this high-speed environment provides rewarding manufacturing opportunities.

The Instrumentation & Electronics (I&E) Technician is a specialized maintenance role responsible for the installation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of all plant instrumentation, electrical control systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and advanced sensing/inspection equipment within the high-speed aluminum end manufacturing facility. This role is crucial for ensuring machine uptime, product quality, and data integrity by maintaining the reliability of critical control systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair complex faults within PLC hardware (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and software (Ladder Logic, Function Block). Utilize programming software (e.g., RSLogix 5000) to monitor I/O, modify logic, and upload/download programs safely.
• Diagnose and resolve issues within industrial control networks (e.g., Ether Net/IP, Control Net). Ensure reliable communication between PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and plant data systems.
• Maintain and verify current backup copies of all critical PLC programs, HMI applications, and configuration files.

• Execute routine and preventative maintenance calibration procedures for key process instruments, including pressure, temperature, flow, level, and analytical transmitters (e.g., 4-20mA, HART protocol).
• Repair, replace, and install various field devices such as photo-eyes, proximity sensors, solenoids, limit switches, and control valves.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate specialized high-speed sensors used in the process, such as Compound Weight, Buckle Resistance, and Curing Oven controls.

• Expertly troubleshoot electrical circuits up to 480V. Identify and repair faults in motor control centers (MCCs), power distribution panels, and complex wiring harnesses.
• Install, configure, and troubleshoot Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and Servo systems to optimize machine speed and positioning.
• Strict adherence to all electrical safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and NFPA 70E (Arc Flash) procedures.

• Maintain and troubleshoot high-speed camera and inspection systems (e.g., Pressco, Sencon) used for end-of-line quality checks (compound, cut edge, lacquer coverage).
• Assist Quality and Production teams with optimizing vision system recipes and thresholds to reduce false rejects while maintaining required quality standards.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience:

3-5 years of specialized experience maintaining instrumentation and electronic controls in a high-speed manufacturing or continuous process environment.

Technical

Skills:

Proficient in reading electrical schematics, P&IDs, and ladder logic. Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC hardware.

Tools:
Demonstrated ability to use precision electrical test equipment and hand tools.

24/7 Operational Support:
This role requires a commitment to a continuous shift rotation (including nights, weekends, and holidays).

Emergency Response:
Must be available for on-call emergencies regarding critical utility failures that threaten production continuity.

• Experience in High-Speed Manufacturing (Beverage, Food, or Pharma) is highly preferred.
• Prior…