Manufacturing Programming Tech - 3

Pella Corporation•Sioux Center, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be required to perform multiple duties ranging from general electrical work to automation systems design and programming. The team member must have a high electrical and programming aptitude with good hands-on ability. The Engineering & Programming Technician works independently throughout the manufacturing plant to analyze, modify, and build control systems to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity of equipment and facility systems. Additionally, this individual may be called upon to assist in troubleshooting machine issues, to implement safety, quality, and productivity projects, and to introduce new products and processes. This individual will be responsible for identifying and implementing opportunities that are machine and process related that can be improved through the use of technology. This position works with other technicians, tool room personnel, planners/schedulers, engineers, department managers, and operators during the analysis, build, and implementation phases of various projects. This individual may also work with the MES systems group to ensure that Pella control systems standards are applied and maintained.

Requirements

Pass drug screen
High school diploma or equivalency
Pass pre-work vision screen
Pass pre-employment tests
Pass pre-work ability screen
Manufacturing-related experience is preferred
Job specific experience is preferred
Maintenance progression completion preferred
Diploma of Technology in Electrical/Electronics or an Associates degree in Engineering Technology or related technical field OR Proven proficiency in one or more of the following categories and demonstrated knowledge in at least one of the remaining categories: Electrical systems design, PLC/HMI programming, CNC programming, Robotic systems, Integrated manufacturing systems programming
Decision making / problem solving in a manufacturing environment with minimal supervision
Ability to suggest process improvements and resolve problems
Must be self motivated, technically minded, and have good hands-on-ability
Excellent communication skills and the cognitive ability to learn the safety, quality, and productivity standards
Ability to provide training to improve and maintain the programming knowledge of technical employees
Organizational skills and time management skills to manage projects
Knowledge of computer software such as AutoCAD, CMMS, and Microsoft Office required
Ability to diagnosis and repair electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic problems
Ability to work with sawdust system, compressed air, oxidizers, steam boiler, and electrical distribution systems

Nice To Haves

Industrial Math
Measurement Technology
Product Terminology
Basic Electricity
Motor Control I & II
Class B Electrician
Beginning Programmable Controllers
Pneumatics/Hydraulics
Advanced PLC Maintenance
Blueprint Reading
AutoCAD

Responsibilities

Work hand in hand with engineers to support MDI, capacity, safety, etc. requirements
Flexibility of work hours including mandatory OT when business needs requires it to meet customer and company needs
Ability to safely work with and around moving equipment
Must comply with safety, quality, and production requirements and procedures
Must be able to read and analyze technical schematics and blueprints
Specify, develop, modify, install, troubleshoot, and maintain automation control and data acquisition systems (hardware and software), serving as a primary resource for automation related subjects
Set up, install and operate a wide range of industrial electrical and electronic equipment
Assumes responsibility for the completion of assigned projects within negotiated time and cost schedules
Will work directly/coach field technicians to help improve their overall skills by sharing knowledge of new processes and technology
Ability to communicate in a concise, polite and respectful manner with team members
Must maintain good housekeeping
Ability to assist with the building of machines, tools, fixtures, jigs, and templates, as well as the project management of all of these
Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and computers
Must independently write, analyze, and modify PLC programs
Maintain backup copies of PLC programs used in production and facility related equipment.
Ability to troubleshoot and assist maintenance efforts when needed
Ability to obtain the appropriate PIV license.
Ability to work on ladders and vertical lifts when required
Manage project related to improving equipment and facility using technology
Provide training to others on areas of expertise
Ability to travel as needed for business needs