2nd or 3rd Shift Automation and Controls Technician

Position Overview

The Automation and Controls Technician will provide electrical and controls support for maintenance activities to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain production and facility equipment. This will be done 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.
• 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.

Education

A Bachelors 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 industrial experience.

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, AC frequency drives is mandatory.
• Experience with Allen Bradley programming, including ladder logic, structured text, and scripted text programming is required.

Skills

• Advanced industrial controls and troubleshooting experience.
• Strong computer proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
• Previous experience with E-Maintenance or similar web-based maintenance systems.
• Previous experience or training with AutoCAD or Solid Works 3-D solid modeling software.
• Strong math skills, with the ability to calculate and understand fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions.
• Strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills.

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing for extended periods.
• Bending, walking, sitting, and talking or hearing.
• Lifting up to 40# on their own and periodically lifting and/or moving up to 75 # with assistance.
• Close vision, depth perception, and color vision.

Work Environment

• Wide variation of temperatures ranging from 35°F to 100°F in the various production work areas.
• The work environment in production is wet and slippery most times.
• The noise level in the production work environment is usually loud, and the noise in the office is low.
• Maintain partners are 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 in the course of the work being performed.

Benefits and Compensation

Full-time Partners at Salm have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support their well-being and future. This includes a 401(k) with a company match, health, dental, and vision coverage, as well as an optional Health Savings Account (HSA). Salm also provides company-paid short-term disability and life insurance policies. Full-time Partners enjoy paid time off (PTO) and the opportunity to grow within a values-driven and team-focused environment. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and position.