PLC, Automation, Controls Technician - 3rd Shift

USG Corporation • Otsego, MI

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About The Position

The incumbent provides advanced level experience and skillsets in the Technical Department of Otsego Paper LLC. The areas of responsibility include but are not limited to the setup, programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of the plant's PLC & DCS control systems - to ensure proper and efficient utilization of equipment, materials and manpower - maximizing safety of personnel and reliability/performance of equipment The incumbent is responsible for assisting with the development and maintenance for the control systems in the mill, powerhouse, and waste treatment. They must possess a high degree of technical aptitude and in-depth knowledge of manufacturing process controls and instrumentation systems. The incumbent must stay abreast of new technologies and work with the engineering group with planning and implementing new capital projects within their area of expertise. They must demonstrate a solid understanding of mill processes and how the control systems impact the process. They must be able to access all control systems, troubleshoot, and make programming changes without any oversight. The incumbent is capable of taking high level concepts from their customers and implementing those within their respective area. They must also be fully proficient and display and advanced level in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, preventive maintenance work, and routine equipment repairs and overhauls with no oversight. The incumbent will be a key stakeholder on teams for implementing repair and upgrade projects within their respective department. This includes planning, part specification, coordination, supervision, and successful implementation utilizing both in house and 3rd contractor resources.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform this job safely.
• Must be capable of carrying on-call phone and working weekends without assistance.
• Advanced experience with industrial programming, instrumentation, and electrical trades.
• Advanced computer skills (Microsoft office suite, spreadsheets, data entry, etc.)
• Can read, follow, and modify drawings for large, complex system P&ID’s, system loops, pneumatic/hydraulic schematics, electrical one-lines, mass and energy balances, etc. without assistance.
• Display advanced competencies in the following areas: communication, decision making/problem solving, energy, drive, ambition, job knowledge, leadership, managing conflict/negotiation, managing resources, and work quality.
• Advanced experience with manufacturing instrumentation systems and control panels including adherence to NFPA codes.
• Wiring diagrams and schematics
• Residential voltage systems (115/230 volt)
• Industrial voltage systems (3 phase 480/2400)
• Switchgear, circuit breakers, fusing
• Motor starters, heaters, pilot circuitry
• Pushbuttons, timers and devices
• VFD setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• VDC and 4-20ma sensors and control devices for pressure, flow, temperature, position, voltage, current, strains, consistency etc.
• Pneumatic control systems (valves/solenoids, positioners, pressures, flows, guides, etc)
• Hydraulic control systems (valves/solenoids, positioners, pressures, flows, guides, etc)
• Steam controls systems (valves/solenoids, positioners, pressures, flows, etc)
• Wiring diagrams and schematics
• PLC setup, programming, and troubleshooting for Ladder Logic and Sequential Function Chart environments. Rockwell, Automation Direct.
• DCS/SCADA setup, programming, and troubleshooting in Function Block and Structured Text environments. Foxboro, Ignition.
• HMI setup, programming, and troubleshooting. Rockwell, Ignition, Foxboro.
• Networking of IP devices and understanding of protocols (ethernet IP, TCP/IP, modbus TCP, etc)
• PID Control Loops and Tuning
• Integration with legacy systems
• Upgrades to existing
• Basic knowledge of codes
• 3-5+ Years Industrial Controls and Instrumentation/Electrical Experience.
• No significant performance/ attendance infractions within the last 36 months.
• Must be able to perform all tasks required in the subsequent positions.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Electrician in the State of Michigan preferred.
• USG Safety Model Program, OSHA, FM Global and Environmental compliance experience preferred.
• USG RPM program experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setup, programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of the plant's PLC & DCS control systems
• Maintain safe working conditions for department and ensure their compliance with Plant Safety Programs.
• Maintain well organized and accurate records relating to equipment maintenance, process efficiency, government agency reports, permits and material requisitions.
• Assist with management of all control systems in the mill
• Maintenance of all equipment
• RPM Program requirements
• All inspections and SAR requirements
• Assist with the development and maintenance for the control systems in the mill, powerhouse, and waste treatment.
• Troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, preventive maintenance work, and routine equipment repairs and overhauls

Benefits

• USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage.
• USG employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
• USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan.
• employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few.
• USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.
• USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed