Job SummaryTo install, repair and maintain all plant equipment with an emphasis on robotics, PLCs and any other Industrial Controls Systems.Essential Functions
- Observes and participates in all company Safety and Continuous Improvement programs.
- Troubleshoots all plant equipment with an emphasis on complex electrical issues.
- Responsible for maintaining all plant systems, troubleshooting and program modifications and our plant process control database.
- Modifies and updates existing electrical equipment, software, and programs.
- Understands and complies with the National Electric Code while performing work on equipment.
- May be required to design and draw schematics for equipment updates.
- Examines expansion plans for proper electrical installation.
- Responsible for PLC upgrades, programming, and wiring.
- Ability to work with outside vendors effectively.
- Provides guidance to other technicians on complex control problems.
- Will lead projects or be part of a project team.
- Performs preventive maintenance as assigned.
- Arranges daily and weekly work schedule to coincide with other departments.
- Operates power lift truck.
- Perform housekeeping duties on a regular basis.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Work overtime as required to meet customer's needs.
- Is required to be on call at short notice.
Job QualificationsRequired
- Requires knowledge and experience with typical equipment software and PLC programming.
- Required to have excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Database skills and knowledge recommended.
- Must have experience with all Microsoft office software.
- Must have a strong understanding of all electrical safety training programs.
- Must be able to operate a forklift and aerial lifts by obtaining an annual certification.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Must communicate effectively with others, verbally and written both inside and outside the company.
- Must be able to coordinate work with external suppliers and contractors.
- This position requires at least 5 years of experience with electrical controls / PLC troubleshooting, programming, and repairing.
Preferred
- Education level background normally acquired through the completion of high school level programs leading to a diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Associate degree in electrical engineering or industrial controls preferred.
Environment
- Employee works in a manufacturing environment.
- Individual will work a set schedule including regular weekend work.
- The tasks performed require twisting at waist, bending/stooping, squatting/kneeling, and climbing ladders.
- Incumbent will lift up to 25 lbs. on a regular basis and lift/carry more than 70 lbs. occasionally.
- Tasks require reaching at, above and below shoulder level.