Automation Technician

Novelis-posted 10 months ago

Full-time • Mid Level

Bay Minette, AL

5,001-10,000 employees

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Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents. The Novelis Bay Minette, AL team is seeking Automation Technicians to work in the Bay Minette facility. This role will report to the Engineering, Maintenance, Reliability & Automation (EMRA) Leader of the hiring Manufacturing Unit.

Embrace the Novelis Safety Absolutes to build a zero-injury culture and the Novelis cultural beliefs of Be Authentic, Say Anything, Be Open and Built Trust
Maintains computer software and hardware and all facets of automation controls.
Makes hardware and software upgrades to Programmable Logic Controllers, Micro Controllers and Process Computer Systems.
Maintains a high technical capability of automated systems hardware and software.
Functions as the “on-shift” technical leader for process automation systems.
Provides on-shift automation support and training to team members.
Collaborate with and under the direction of Engineering.
Working in conjunction with operations and other maintenance employees, assist in troubleshooting systems, coordinating project work, and maintaining equipment functionality.
Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automation devices in production equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining high-quality production standards.
Support Mechanical and Electrical crews on troubleshooting sequencing or controlling breakdowns by accessing computer logics, follow PLCs signals, inspecting automation devices like sensors and instruments.
Ability to execute PLC and HMI projects backups, create restoration procedures.
Repair and replace defective components in Remote IOs panels and Controller Cabinets.
Install, maintain, and repair automation parts of machinery and equipment.
Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repair histories, and equipment performance metrics.

HS Diploma/GED or 5yrs industrial experience required
5 years experience in an industrial environment and/or 2 year degree/certification, preferred
Knowledge of safety procedures and standards such as NEC and OSHA.
Ability and knowledge to select and use the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Knowledge and ability to understand the Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), grounding, arc flash prevention, machine guarding, and alternative means of controls when troubleshooting live circuits and abide by these requirements.
Familiar with hydraulic and pneumatic circuits to enhance troubleshooting.
Ability to analyze trend graphs, feedback from field sensors and digital and analogical inputs and outputs, in 24Vdc or 110VAC.
Written and oral communication skills, computer skills and familiarity with computer maintenance management systems.
PLC Programming – knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers and the ability to troubleshoot these systems.
Understanding of Ladder (LAD) and Function Block Diagram (FBD) logics.
Familiar with Ethernet networks and basic hardware.
Computer Hardware (Install & Troubleshooting) and Operational Systems including Windows patching, setup, backups, and antivirus software to enhance cybersecurity.
Basic understanding of Virtual Machines and thin clients and industrial interfaces
Willingness to work rotating shifts, off-shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed to support continuous operations.

Rolling, casting, strip process experience
Reading prints, single lines, process flows, and network diagrams
Cisco or Rockwell network hardware config & troubleshooting.
PRP experience
Industrial Networking Protocol gateways (ModBus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, etc.)
Software AVEVA Pi – Data Acquisition System IbaPDA MS SQL – Octoplant ThinManager – Thin client administration Studio 5000 / Logix 5000 (2-yr exp.) TIA Portal PLC firmware updates FactoryTalk View Studio (2-yr exp.) WinCC HMI HMI firmware updates
Programming C# Ladder SQL Databases, familiar with database management Python VMWare Administration (Install, Manage), Familiar with surveillance cameras circuits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Health savings accounts – Company Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
401(k) savings plan with company match
Retirement savings plans – medical and prescription drug coverage through private exchange
Employee assistance programs – available 24/7 to you and your family
Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance

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