Automation Maintenance Technician

Jack Link's Protein Snacks•Minong, WI

3d•$29 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago. We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands: Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s™ Organic Snacks, Golden Island®, BiFi®, Peperami® and KOOEE!® to name a few, there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it. Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks. Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

Requirements

Be comfortable using digital hardware and software.
Self-Motivated to work independently with or without supervision with solid follow through.
Proficient understanding of ladder logic programming.
Have general maintenance knowledge.
Have good problem-solving abilities.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including: 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). Programs will be dependent on the area you will work in.
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 and analyze the results to ensure they meet company standards.
Troubleshoot problems and perform repairs when machines develop problems, preferably while processes continue to run.
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.
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.
Organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment.
Effectively communicate using the English language (speak, read, and write).
Follow instructions.
Perform general maintenance.
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.
Collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team.
Find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related-problems.