Controls Specialist (A Shift)

Work at Simmons•Van Buren, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ensures that all equipment is running in a safe and efficient manner. The Controls Technician is responsible for electrical control systems on all production/support equipment and machinery. Must be proficient at troubleshooting/repairing all aspects of electrical control systems and electrical components for production equipment and machinery. This position requires a person that is very hands-on and assertive in driving continuous improvement activities pertaining to production equipment.

Requirements

Proficiency/Experience in FactoryTalk, RSLinx, RSLogix 5000 and RSLogix 500.
Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley HMIs and PLCs, relays, logic diagrams, etc.
Familiar with AC / DC Motor Controls. Variable Frequency Drives.
Industrial controls experience/skills.
Knowledge of RSLogix 500 and 5000 as well as FactoryTalk is required.
High School Diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Preference for food manufacturing organization.
ABB knowledge is a plus.
Some college and/or Tech School graduate.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot technical issues both related to maintenance and in emergency situations; Troubleshooting electrical, motor and control problems.
Modify ladder logic programming.
Read and understand ladder logic and electrical schematics.
Assist Maintenance with electrical and control support.
Support, create, integrate, troubleshoot and improve a variety of processing and packaging control systems.
Reduce downtime by developing plans with Maintenance Manager/Supervisors.
Work with engineering and maintenance teams to modify control systems in order to improve operations.
Participate as a member of the team, fostering strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues.
Accept responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and working with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues.
Perform other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.