PLC & Instrumentation (Automation and Controls) Technician

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems to include PLCs, HMIs, and field devices
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives
• Locate, diagnose, and repair problems causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory equipment performance
• Perform both unscheduled and scheduled work as well as preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment to help achieve a goal of zero downtime and one hundred percent efficiency
• Maintain and repair equipment in all areas of the plant/plant utilities as needed and assist with set up and installation of new equipment utilities (e.g., compressed air/pneumatics, water systems, refrigeration, steam, heat, ventilation, etc., equipment)
• Conduct regular safety inspections
• Utilize continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques

Requirements

• Rate of Pay: Competitive rate based on skillset, experience and knowledge
• Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday - 6:00 PM to 2:30 AM
• Benefits: 401(k) or 401(k) with company contribution*, Competitive pay, Paid vacation and holidays*, Career growth opportunities - we promote from within!, Comprehensive healthcare benefits, Service recognition and employee rewards*, Employee referral program, Tuition reimbursement*, Uniforms provided, Work for dairy farm families
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent, Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, etc.
• Experience: 4 to 6 years of industrial maintenance electrical, PLC, or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Certification and/or License: State certified electrician license and other certifications and/or licenses may be required during course of employment
• Skills: PLC control systems, power distribution systems, sensors, transmitters, automatic valves and other integrated electromechanical systems, Basic knowledge of boilers, air compressors, ammonia refrigeration system, wastewater system, General knowledge of blueprints; able to read equipment specifications and installation instructions, Able to read blueprint and ladder logic, Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures, Able to perform electrical repairs such as motor wiring, motor starter fuses, and basic electrical trouble shooting and repairs, Able to perform complex or complicated activities/repairs independently, Able to complete projects from planning to installation, Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures, Able to adapt and manage to change effectively, Able to work effectively in a team environment, Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems, Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail, Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, Must be able to read, write and speak English

Qualifications

• An equal opportunity employer