Automation Maintenance Technician

Jack Link's Protein Snacks•Minong, WI

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Link Snacks is seeking an Automation Maintenance Technician to monitor and operate machines designed to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. The technician will check meters and gauges to verify proper machine function, analyze results to ensure they meet company standards, troubleshoot problems, and perform repairs. This role requires the ability to preferably perform repairs while processes continue to run, prepare reports for managers, and recommend upgrades or changes to processes. The company culture emphasizes showing up hungry, rolling up sleeves, and diving into hard work, with a focus on innovation, creativity, and urgency.

Requirements

Proficient understanding of ladder logic programming.
Able to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment.
Able to effectively communicate using the English language (speak, read, and write).
Have general maintenance knowledge.
Able to follow instructions.
Able to perform general maintenance.
Have good problem-solving abilities.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Earplugs, Hairnet, Beard-net, Protective eyewear, Slip resistant footwear, Face Mask.
Associates Degree (or equivalent).
Proficient with industrial programming: Wonderware Software, Allen Brady (Logix 500, Logix, 5000, Studio 5000, Factory Talk ME), Bosch-Rexroth (Indra Works, Indra Logics).
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

1-3+ years previous experience in automation.
Robotics/Automation specialization and training.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate machines designed to perform tasks with minimal human intervention.
Check meters and gauges to verify that machines work properly.
Analyze results to ensure they meet company standards.
Troubleshoot problems and perform repairs when machines develop problems.
Prepare reports for managers and recommend upgrades or changes to processes.
Think critically to solve problems and be detail oriented.
Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
Report all accidents and deficiencies to the lead/foreman/supervisor.
Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.
Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.
Adhere to all company personnel policies.
Follow daily production schedule and help achieve specified goals.
Ensure product conforms to specifications.
Follow good manufacturing practices, along with company SOP’s and SSOP’s.
Use industrial programming skills to program, train, operate, and maintain automated equipment.
Self-Motivated to work independently with or without supervision with solid follow through.
Maintain and update existing PLC / Controls system.
Work with Maintenance personnel to troubleshoot machine issues.
Research and integrate new systems and/or technology.
Maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed.
Monitor Unsafe Behavior.
Follow all OSHA Guidelines.
Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to management.
Build and support a culture at LSI which values Personnel Safety and Food Safety.
Demonstrate the Jack Link’s Values: Be Real – Relationship Driven – Stewardship – Speed Matters – Self Discipline – Show Awesome Character.
Build and support a culture of openness and accountability within (and out-side) the assigned department.
Demonstrate professionalism; encourage and insist on positive attitudes and behaviors from team members.
Encourage team member initiative and innovation and show recognition for effort and achievement.
Create and cultivate positive work relationships at all levels of LSI.
Communicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner.
Ability to collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team.
Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related-problems.