DFA is seeking an experienced PLC Technician to join our team!!!
We offer:
Competitive wages
Benefits
401k
PTO
Paid Holidays
Growth Opportunities
And Much More!!
The PLC Technician will:
- 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
- Monitor PLC devices and systems to ensure functionality
- Test connections between PLC devices and other equipment
- Conduct regular safety inspections
- Continuously work with the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to develop and maintain accurate parts inventory levels as well as an accurate accountability of asset performance
- 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
- Train and mentor team members to include other technicians and operators
- Document and maintain procedural documents
- 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
- Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes
- Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance 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
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, etc.
- 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
An Equal Opportunity Employer