Controls Mechanic

HP Hood•Oneida, NY

3d•$38 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repairs to machinery, equipment, physical structures, and electrical systems throughout the manufacturing site. This role involves PLC troubleshooting, electrical troubleshooting, and electro/mechanical troubleshooting, including accessing, troubleshooting, making changes, and programming PLCs, as well as accessing and troubleshooting instrumentation equipment. The position requires on-site coverage of mechanical, electrical, and electrical controls equipment, working closely with onsite shift supervisors, collaborating on Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives, and participating in training other team members in basic PLC and electronic troubleshooting.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
1-3 years' PLC and controls experience.
Experience within PLCs, analog controls, sensors, instrumentation, and VFDs.
Experience and ability to read Schematics, Electrical Prints, P&IDs, Mechanical drawings.
Excellent troubleshooting knowledge and fully capable of using electrical testing equipment and tools.
High-level of demonstrated mechanical experience and aptitude required.
Strong analytical and computer skills (i.e., Word, Excel, etc.).
Excellent communication and people skills.
Understand and implement operational urgency and support production needs as needed.
Must be initiative-driven and self-motivated.
Standing for extended periods of time.
Walking frequently and bending frequently.
Ability to climb and work at heights.
Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (50+lbs).
Ability to work in tight areas with arms extended outward.

Nice To Haves

College level software programming and/or pre-engineering strongly desired.
Equivalent Electro/mechanical education, Mechatronics training and/or certification desired.
Vocational and/or accredited technical education desired (BOCES, State University, etc.).
3-5 years’ experience preferred.
Ammonia Refrigeration systems a plus.
IT Networking and pathway experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform, guide, and/or assist in a variety of installations, preventative maintenance, and projects on plant and facility equipment.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair manufacturing equipment including electrical, mechanical, and plumbing to ensure equipment is in good repair and in a safe operating condition.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair pumps, boilers, steam systems, water systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, and any fluid systems as applicable.
Be familiar with the plant facility and general operations.
Use hand tools, electrical testing equipment, meters, and diagnostic equipment properly, and use required protective gear.
Perform light welding, grinding, and cutting when needed.
Comply with all Federal, State, and Company Safety Guidelines and procedures.
Participate and collaborate in the development of preventative maintenance procedures for various pieces of equipment.
Troubleshoot industrial 3-phase power distribution, motor control circuits, including AC/DC, VFDs, Analog systems, line control systems, and servo motion control devices and systems.
Program, upgrade, and troubleshoot Allen Bradley PLCs, FactoryTalk, IO-Link, and Metrics suites.
Work with little supervision.
Communicate to Maintenance and/or Plant leadership any condition that prevents the manufacturing of products to established standards.
Execute assigned duties satisfactorily and in a timely manner with minimal supervision.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
Adhere to and promote all plant Safety, Quality, GMP, and Sanitation policies.
Perform shift work, including overtime, alternating weekend work, and holiday work.