Machine Controls Technician- Level 1
About The Position
Roberts Sinto Corporation is seeking an entry-level Machine Controls Technician to join their team in Grand Ledge, MI. This role involves troubleshooting, modifying, and programming PLCs and HMIs, as well as supporting manufacturing with the installation and start-up of controls systems on new machines. The selected candidate will have the opportunity to learn from experienced Controls Engineers and is ideally an ambitious, hands-on individual seeking a long-term career in an Engineering Department. Previous experience with machine controls, through on-the-job training or schooling, is desired.
Requirements
- Minimum of High School diploma and/or equivalent.
- Experience troubleshooting and modifying PLCs and HMIs.
- Experience wiring machines.
- Able to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.
- Familiar with electrical codes and standards.
- Ability to perform basic math skills such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Ability to analyze and resolve basic problems.
- Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or equipment, and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, extremes of heat and cold, and risk of electrical shock.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with pneumatics and hydraulics is a plus.
- Experience programming robotics is a plus.
- Eventually be able to travel 25-50% of the time as needed.
Responsibilities
- Layout, build, wire, install, and troubleshoot electrical control panels, junction boxes, limit switches, sensors, motors (AC/DC), conduit, and other electrical components.
- Wire new machines and equipment with the latest electrical controls and components.
- Interpret and modify Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs and HMIs.
- Start-Up machines in shop prior to shipping to customer and at customers location.
Benefits
- Health coverage for Medical, Dental and Vision plans
- 401(k) plan in with a generous company match and profit sharing
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
