1st shift Hager Tech Auto and Controls (Salm)

About the role

The Automation and Controls Technician provides electrical and controls support for maintenance activities to install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production and facility equipment while maintaining compliance with all safety, food safety, quality, SQF, GMP, and USDA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support to the maintenance and operations team.
• Program, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs and industrial control circuits.
• Monitor software versions and perform upgrades as required.
• Monitor electrical product life cycle on equipment and perform upgrades as required.
• Maintain PLC and HMI program backups and versions for all equipment.
• Assist with updating electrical prints and schematics for all equipment.
• Support cost-saving initiatives such as major maintenance projects, part or equipment standardization, and alternate vendor sourcing.
• Provide technical training and skills development for Maintenance Technicians and other Maintenance personnel.
• Provide technical support for new equipment evaluation, install, and integration into maintenance systems.
• Promote and support a continuous improvement culture.
• Follow established equipment Lockout/Tagout procedures as required without fail.
• Comply with all safety rules and regulations per established company policies.
• Provide after-hours support as needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field is preferred; or a combination of an Associate’s degree in a technology field, completion of a craft apprenticeship, with a minimum of 7 years of industrial experience.
• If non-degreed, an equivalent number of years of training and production maintenance experience are required.
• Experience with Allen Bradley RSLogix, RSNetworx, DeviceNet, PLCs, power systems, and AC frequency drives is mandatory.
• Experience with Allen Bradley programming, including ladder logic, structured text, and scripted text programming is required.
• Strong computer proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet.
• Previous experience with E-Maintenance or similar web-based maintenance systems is preferred.
• Previous experience or training with AutoCAD or SolidWorks 3-D solid modeling software is preferred.
• Strong math skills, with the ability to calculate and understand fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal, or diagram form.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and with changing environmental conditions.
• Highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Demonstrated electrical and mechanical knowledge and repair abilities.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Advanced industrial controls and troubleshooting experience.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand for extended periods, bend, walk, sit, and talk or hear.
• Required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, with repetitive motions of hands, arms, and shoulders.
• Must lift up to 40 lbs. on their own and periodically lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and color vision.

Work Environment

• Wide variation of temperatures ranging from 35°F to 100°F in production work areas.
• Production environment is wet and slippery most times.
• Noise level in production is usually loud; noise in the office is low.
• Required to wear frocks, EH-rated composite toed slip-resistant footwear, hairnets, and hearing protection at all times on the production floor.
• Gloves, goggles, and face shield may be required at different times.

Benefits

• 401(k) with a company match.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Optional Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance policies.
• Paid time off (PTO).