PLC Controls Specialist (1st Shift)

Altium Packaging•City of Industry, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The PLC Controls Specialist designs, programs, repairs, troubleshoots, and maintains manufacturing and packaging control systems and equipment at Altium Packaging. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills involving hydraulics, pneumatics, packaging equipment, material transfers, blow molders, and PLC systems. The specialist inspects equipment, performs preventive maintenance according to manufacturers’ specifications, and makes repairs or adjustments as needed. Work is often performed near heat, noise, hydraulic systems, gas, and melted plastic. The position supports production equipment and control systems through programming and backing up PLCs, upgrading lines, installing and testing equipment, troubleshooting failures, and maintaining electrical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. It also involves coordinating with production, IT, equipment manufacturers, and maintenance staff; supporting continuous improvement and failure analysis; maintaining safety and regulatory compliance; mentoring less experienced technicians; and performing welding and fabrication as needed. Weekend or holiday work and reasonable mandatory overtime may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

Five or more years of experience in industrial manufacturing controls and automation maintenance.
Experience replacing and configuring PLCs and VFDs.
Electrical and electronic troubleshooting and repair skills.
Experience with basic electrical systems, including starters, fuses, contacts, and relays.
Experience with electronics such as level probes, flow meters, and drives/VFDs.
Ability to read product manuals and apply the information to repairs.
Experience reading schematics, including electrical blueprints with switches, starters, maps, and relays.
Troubleshooting experience, including diagnostics and problem solving.
Strong automation, electrical, and diagnostic skills, along with knowledge of network and computer hardware fundamentals.
Ability to use RS Logix 5000, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5, or similar software for machine troubleshooting.
Basic mathematical skills.
Ability to download and/or modify PLC programs when necessary.
Ability to use a multimeter and work in control panels with up to 480 VAC.
Ability to understand symbols on P&IDs and tag references on online layout drawings.
Ability to replace Panelview series HMIs and download applications using the proper programs and tools.
Excellent communication skills.
OSHA forklift certification.
Aptitude for further development of technical skills.
Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods.
Ability to use hands to handle, touch, and manipulate equipment and perform repairs.
Ability to repeatedly stoop, reach, kneel, crouch, bend, climb, and/or twist throughout the shift as needed.
Proximate and color vision, ability to adjust focus, and ability to effectively see and process computer-generated images on a screen or handheld device.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to push and/or pull up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Design, program, repair, and troubleshoot manufacturing and packaging control systems, including PLC and HMI systems.
Perform preventive maintenance on PLC systems and download and save programs for all PLC systems on every line as backups.
Upgrade production lines with new equipment and technology, and install and test manufacturing, packaging, and processing equipment.
Troubleshoot equipment and control-system malfunctions, including electrical and electronic failures, and repair, modify, or adjust machines as needed.
Work with IT and equipment manufacturers to troubleshoot and repair control systems.
Inspect, repair, install, modify, and maintain electrical and electronic systems, control circuits, and production equipment.
Develop user interfaces and ensure systems meet safety and efficiency standards.
Troubleshoot and repair pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems, blow molders, packaging equipment, resin transfer systems, and support equipment.
Work with production to make timely, informed decisions about equipment issues.
Ensure the safety of electrical networks and cables.
Participate in and direct troubleshooting during equipment failures, including failure analysis, problem solving, and prevention.
Support repairs and installations for advanced production and manufacturing equipment and maintain machines in optimal processing condition.
Perform mold, pin, and other mechanical changes, as well as preventive maintenance, repairs, and planned mechanical maintenance duties.
Participate in continuous improvement while following safe workplace practices.
Build positive and respectful working relationships with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators.
Perform welding and fabrication as needed.
Mentor and support less experienced technicians.
Enforce GMP, safety, and audit standards and ensure compliance with corporate and plant safety standards and applicable laws and regulations.
Perform other duties as required by the supervisor or manager.