5005 Automation Controls Technician 1 (Day Shift)

Mt. Olive Pickle Company, INC.•Mt Olive, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Technician will perform typical to advanced programming, troubleshooting, calibration and optimization on electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems. The skill level for this position requires an individual to work independently on complicated equipment and systems with minimal instruction and direction. This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management. Occasionally drives own or company vehicle in performance of some job duties. Participates in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as appropriate. Receives written and verbal instructions on the above job tasks and performs other duties as directed by Supervisor.

Requirements

Technical Associates Degree or 5+ years of experience troubleshooting HMI/PLC control systems and evaluating/modifying programming and devices
Superior troubleshooting ability
Allen Bradley, Logix 5000, Studio 5000
Ignition software
Automatic Control Systems
Closed Loop Systems
Controller Feedback and Configuration
Loop Tuning Analysis
Digital Systems within process environments
Knowledge of continuity, current, voltage and resistance
Proficiency in reading blueprints, electrical schematics and P&IDs
Maintain instrument as-built documentation
Basic Measurements
Ability to work with minimal instruction

Nice To Haves

SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)
Multi-Drop communication systems
Facility Focused Process Control
New/Adopted Technology

Responsibilities

Perform typical to advanced programming, troubleshooting, calibration and optimization on electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems.
Work independently on complicated equipment and systems with minimal instruction and direction.
Aide in improved troubleshooting and error response of plant equipment.
Modify process systems to improve efficiency, alarming and traceability.
Specify, install, calibrate and troubleshoot transmitters, sensors, meters, valves, process systems and new/adopted technology.
Provide electrical and instrumentation support to ensure safe and effective production.
Develop and generate proper documentation for all facets of work duties.
Maintain appropriate computerized and paper files on pertinent information.
Maintain areas of operation in a safe and sanitary manner.
Determine that established safety rules, Company policy and good housekeeping are followed.
Occasionally drive own or company vehicle in performance of some job duties.
Participate in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as appropriate.