Automation Technician

The Coca-Cola Company•Atlanta, GA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary roles of the Automation & Controls Technician is to provide automation and controls troubleshooting/repair support of operations along with helping to drive modernization upgrades at The Coca-Cola CPS Atlanta, GA manufacturing plant. This role works as part of the maintenance staff and will report to the plant Automation Engineer. The ability to work safely is paramount to the job requirements. The Automation & Controls Technician must work alongside Plant Maintenance Techs to identify, troubleshoot and repair problems in all areas of electrical, automation, shop floor networks, process control, and instrumentation that occur in the facility. The Automation and Controls technician must be able to troubleshoot, pinpoint problems, and remediate all problems.

Requirements

Meet all basic plant employment criteria, to include a good attendance record.
Able to read one-line diagrams, P&ID, blueprints and schematics.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work on multiple levels, such as catwalks, ladders, etc. and ability to work in extreme temperatures.
Manual and finger dexterity.
Ability to visually identify defective parts.
Ability to hear machine operations sounds to detect defective parts, machine failures, and changes in speed and other routine running conditions.
Must have strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently under stressful situations.
Must be able to work flexible shift schedules up to 12-hour shifts as determined by business need.
Must be able to use a computer and associated software programs.
Perform all tasks in a safe manner to ensure achievement of Quality, Service and Cost objectives.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company's sponsorship to continue to work legally in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Advanced skills with PLC, HMI, VFD’s, Servo, Sensors, Instrumentation and industrial control systems, including programming techniques and configurations.
Strong electrical background with hands on troubleshooting of circuits using multi-meter or similar tools.
Experienced in the troubleshooting of Industrial Networks, including Ethernet, DeviceNET, ControlNET, and others.
Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to reach out to vendors, equipment OEM’s, project engineers, plant employees as needed.
Strong written communication skills to document SOP’s as needed.
Familiar with ACAD and can make minor drawing changes as needed.
Possesses an understanding of calibration procedures for process instruments, which measure temperature, pressure, flow, level and composition, along with an understanding of process controls and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Possess knowledge and apply safe electrical work practices including LOTO and Arc Flash safety - NFPA 70e.
Understand how to read and translate the information found within all: PLC code, Schematic wiring, Ladder and P&ID process diagrams.
Support any preventive maintenance/calibration of plant controls systems and instrumentation as needed.
Perform troubleshooting and repairs or modifications with minimal manufactures specifications and documentation.
Install electrical components and wiring systems including validation to ensure all devices are working properly and safely.
Possess knowledge and apply electrical standards, including National Electrical Code and UL508a.
Provide effective advanced trouble shooting support, following best practices for safety and fault isolation.
Communicate effectively to plant operations and technical teams to help them better understand issues/features and provide training/guidance as needed.
Utilize SAP CMMS for documentation of work scheduling and parts checkout.
Record parts and materials used, and order or requisition new parts and materials as necessary using CMMS system.
Capture description and procedures used for troubleshooting and repairs performed in CMMS.
Examine jobs to be done and determine scope and best way to accomplish the work.
Consult with requester, maintenance planner, and/or Supervisor when necessary.
Obtain drawings, instructional manuals and special procedures, as needed, from files or other sources.
Make any additional sketches, diagrams, etc., necessary.
Obtain or ensure work order materials are on-hand to support the work order schedule.
Ensure the safety needs are given a top priority in operations support and work execution.
Update the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) as necessary to maintain accurate plant asset historical records.
Gain complete knowledge of plant's processes and packaging systems.
Adhere to common Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) in the execution of the work schedule and operational support.
Ensure the shop is maintained in a safe and orderly fashion.
Enforce plant polices in the execution of their assigned duties.
Report violations of plant policies to the Management.
Make recommendations for system/process improvements.
Perform other tasks and special assignments as requested by management.