Controls Tech I SS Days
About The Position
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. The role also involves participating as a team member, fostering cohesiveness, and supporting Simmons' operating systems principles and objectives. The position may require performing other duties as necessary in support of business objectives.
Requirements
- Proficiency/Experience in FactoryTalk, RSLinx, RSLogix 5000 and RSLogix 500.
- Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley HMIs and PLCs, relays, logic diagrams, etc.
- Familiarity with AC / DC Motor Controls and Variable Frequency Drives.
- Industrial controls experience/skills.
- Knowledge of RSLogix 500 and 5000 as well as FactoryTalk is required.
- Ability to manually lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in extreme temperatures, on feet for entire shift.
- Ability to work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, dirty area with a noise level above 90 decibels.
- Must wear steel toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net, hard hat and other PPE as required.
Nice To Haves
- ABB knowledge is a plus.
- Preference for food manufacturing organization.
- Some college and/or Tech School graduate.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to maintenance and emergency situations, including 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 processing and packaging control systems.
- Work with Maintenance Manager/Supervisors to develop plans to reduce downtime.
- Work with engineering and maintenance teams to modify control systems to improve operations.
- Participate in ongoing development, communication, and implementation of team concepts, programs, and policies.
- Coordinate work to ensure best practices with all team members.
- Attend appropriate team meetings.
- Foster strong cohesiveness regarding major issues.
- Accept responsibility to identify areas lacking cohesiveness and work with the team to resolve issues.
- Reinforce actions needed to achieve synergy within the larger organization.
- Maintain familiarity with Simmons' established operating systems and the position's role in supporting them.
- Communicate concerns and improvement ideas regarding operating systems.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
