PLC & Instrumentation Tech

Troubleshooting and Repair

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.

Maintenance and Inspection

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.
Monitor PLC devices and systems to ensure functionality.
Test connections between PLC devices and other equipment.
Conduct regular safety inspections.

Technical Support and Training

Function as the go-to subject matter resource.
Work with a limited degree of supervision and complete and/or provide guidance on complex problems and/or new assignments.
Function as a subject matter expert and mentor to other technicians and operators.
Train and mentor team members to include other technicians and operators.

Documentation and Continuous Improvement

Document and maintain procedural documents.
Utilize continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes.

Other Responsibilities

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)
Provide technical support for users and other technicians
Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
Maintain safe working conditions for employees and comply with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements