Controls Technician - Weekend (6a-6:30p)

Fox Factory • Gainesville, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists and advises on automation projects built by outside automation suppliers including conceptual design work, equipment specification, project management, factory acceptance testing, installation, and commissioning/debug.

Requirements

• Strong electrical knowledge, including hands on experience with PLC’s/HMI, robots, motion controls and associated programming software
• Familiar with PC–based controller/interface from windows to real time multi-tasking operating system/embedded and PLC, HMI, PID servo control, linear motor, robot controller, stepper motor controller, data acquisition, vision system, power distribution, low/high voltage system wiring to board level design.
• HSD/GED Required
• 6+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated ability developing and implementing automation processes and equipment required.

Nice To Haves

• Associates or Technical degree preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Provide automation and process control support for operations at 24/7 production plants.
• Identify potential process improvement projects, design and develop SCADA & PLC programs to address them properly.
• Capable of performing work as an electrician (e.g. wiring, electrical component installation).
• Works with the Engineering staff to develop, evaluate, and enhance manufacturing methods.
• Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding automation and process control capabilities.
• Assists with developing product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Works with the Maintenance Department to troubleshoot production issues.
• Modifies PLC programs as necessary to ensure production processes remain effective and efficient.
• Improves PLC programs to increase efficiency and improve process quality performance.
• Ensures that facility software and programs are properly backed up.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with all government regulations and safety requirements.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees