Controls Technical Specialist I (Industrial Automation)
About The Position
Our dry pet food factory, located just 10 miles from downtown, has been a production facility for over 50 years. As producers of iconic brands such as Dog Chow®, Puppy Chow®, and Beneful®, we contribute to the well-being of pets in the community and nationwide. Our factory is also doing our part to care for the environment we share, like conserving water, investing in renewable electricity and maintaining zero waste for disposal. OKC offers the best of both worlds—the amenities of a big city with a small-town feel, where you can enjoy a variety of affordable activities, thanks to the temperate weather and low cost of living. Join us in Oklahoma City, where together, we create a brighter future for pets. As a Controls Technical Specialist I, you’ll be responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing the accuracy, reliability, and system control’s data credibility of PLC and PC-based automation systems. Oversee PLC upgrades and wiring modifications on production equipment and as you work collaboratively with our maintenance team to troubleshoot and support production line modifications.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent AND 3+ years of applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PC-based HMI systems
- Associate’s Degree in a technical discipline AND 1+ year of applicable experience in PLC software and hardware troubleshooting and/or PC-based HMI systems
Responsibilities
- Perform troubleshooting of automation systems and provide instrumentation, PLC, and HMI/SCADA software and hardware support to the maintenance staff.
- Execute plant projects and capital projects from conception through completion.
- Maintain an up-to-date and complete set of as-built electrical and controls documentation.
- Coordinate and implement control system software upgrades.
- Perform Network Administration and Data Administration tasks for networked, PC-based control systems-related equipment.
- Develop, read, and interpret all electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and programs essential to plant operation and provide updates as necessary.
Benefits
- 401k with Company match
- healthcare coverage
- performance-based incentives
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
