Automation Technician 1st Shift

Rich Products Corporation•Romeoville, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Automation Technician Inspects, diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs and maintaining food processing and packaging machines, mechanical/utility equipment, buildings and office facilities in a USDA production environment. This position is with Great Kitchens, Inc., part of the Rich Products family of companies.

Requirements

Possess good language skills (verbal & written) to interpret procedures, comprehend instructions, and to communicate effectively with others.
Be self-motivated, a self-starter and self-directed to work without close supervision in a team environment.
Minimum 5 years of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic experience in a food (USDA or FDA) manufacturing environment.
Available to work any shift, as required
Proper and safe use of hand and power tools, and working on machinery.
Reading, writing and basic math skills required.
High school degree, or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Valid Illinois Drivers License preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all work as assigned while adhering to established standards associated with workmanship and safety.
Set-up, troubleshoot and repair of stacking, bagging, check-weighing, UPC bar coding, case erectors and conveyor equipment.
Dismantling and re-assembly of equipment to perform repairs, cleaning and lubrication according to established maintenance schedules.
Testing, troubleshooting and repair of 110/230/460 volt electrical equipment including motors, starters, relays, timers, panels, breakers, conduit and wiring.
Able to read and interpret Electrical Control schematics for trouble shooting purposes.
Minor programming and troubleshooting of VFD’s and PLC’s.
Understands and adheres to established safety programs (ex/ lock out/tag out, ladder safety, etc.)
Provides rapid response when equipment malfunctions or breaks down.
Ensures the building is maintained in compliance to city and fire regulations.
Fabricates parts and modifies equipment as required.
Responsible for upholding, following and maintaining the requirements of the SQF Food Safety Code for Manufacturing.