2nd or 3rd Shift Automation and Controls Technician

Johnsonville • Town of New Denmark, WI

14d

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and with changing environmental conditions.
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have demonstrated electrical and mechanical knowledge and repair abilities, and be able to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Must have advanced industrial controls and troubleshooting experience.
• Must have strong computer proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook and the Internet.
• Must possess strong math skills, with the ability to calculate and understand fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions.
• Must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, verbal or diagram form.
• Must possess strong trouble shooting and problem solving skills.
• the partner is frequently required to stand for extended periods, bend, walk, sit, and talk or hear. The partner is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms, with repetitive motions of hands, arms and shoulders. Partners are required to lift up to 40# on their own and periodically lift and/or move up to 75 # with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and color vision.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with E-Maintenance or similar web-based maintenance systems is preferred.
• Previous experience or training with AutoCAD or Solid Works 3-D solid modeling software is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical support to the maintenance and operations team.
• Program, troubleshoot, and repair PLCs and industrial control circuits.
• Monitor software versions and perform upgrades as required.
• Monitor electrical product life cycle on equipment and perform upgrades as required. ;
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees