Maintenance Electrician

Nissin Foods•Piedmont, SC

2h•Onsite

About The Position

This function involves contributing in the maintaining of automation systems/machinery used in production. This includes: troubleshooting, program changes, and repairs. Also does PLC programming, including: Process control systems, PLC’s, Servo controls and Ladder logic components. To ensure the safety and quality of the products that the line produces. Nissin Foods, founded by Momofuku Ando, invented instant ramen and has been a global leader in noodle products for over 60 years. In the U.S., Nissin started production of Top Ramen in 1972 and continues to innovate. The company celebrates diversity and inclusion, aiming to make people happy by creating delicious, convenient, and value-oriented Asian-inspired meal solutions.

Requirements

Knowledge of PLC software.
Basic knowledge of programming PLC’s, Variable Frequency drives, Servo Drive, HMI’s.
Ability to access and troubleshoot equipment using a laptop computer with PLC program.
Proficiency with at least one manufacturer of PLC, VFD’s and Servo devices (e.g., Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Omron).
Ability to tune, adjust, reprogram control devices.
Ability to make simple circuit schematics.
Ability to maintain equipment schematics up-to-date.
Minimum 5 years experience in a similar position.
Experience with high volume, fully or semi-automatic mechanical assembly manufacturing.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as panel design and layout, bill of materials, and wiring schematic capabilities, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively in front of vendors or employees.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Experience with Maintenance work order- PM software.
Ability to apply common sense to understanding and carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to resolve and deal with simple problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations within the production processing operation.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Fast learner.

Nice To Haves

A BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering.
Robotic experience.
Knowledge of AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

Contributing in the maintaining of automation systems/machinery used in production, including troubleshooting, program changes, and repairs.
Performing PLC programming, including Process control systems, PLC’s, Servo controls and Ladder logic components.
Ensuring the safety and quality of the products that the line produces.
Connecting laptop computer to PLC’s and other peripheral devices.
Accessing and troubleshooting equipment using a laptop computer with PLC program.
Tuning, adjusting, and reprogramming control devices to maintain proper process operation of equipment.
Making simple circuit schematics for the intent of adding devices to equipment to optimize performance.
Maintaining equipment schematics for equipment up-to-date when modifications are performed.
Assisting in implementation of automated industrial assembly machines and production lines utilizing robotics, linear motion components, conveyors.
Performing modifications to equipment and machinery, as needed, to maintain optimal performance and production efficiencies.
Repairing breakdowns in electrical machinery.
Using computerized Maintenance work system program for work orders, PM’s and placing orders for parts as needed.
Completing preventative maintenance checks and performing scheduled and unscheduled repairs to equipment.
Working with contractors and vendors on special projects in production or other departments.
Constructing parts/equipment from raw materials.
Building parts/equipment by following blueprints.
Working with electric, 5VDC up to 480 volts 3 phase.
Working with or within other departments to improve the production process.
Maintaining tools and keeping them in good working order.
Performing cleaning details and tasks/assignments as assigned by the employee's supervisor(s).
Attending safety/sanitation meetings, production meetings and quality control meetings as necessary.
Following manual instructions or contacting machine manufacturer when problems arise.
Performing other tasks and duties as assigned.