PLC & Controls Technician

Trident Seafoods Corporation•Motley, MN

70d•$33 - $41

About The Position

The PLC & Controls Technician installs and supports Trident Seafoods’ new and existing automated processing equipment. The role inspects equipment performance, troubleshoots and adjusts systems, supports maintenance and repairs, and advises management on equipment and process improvements. The technician works with vendors, supervisors, and other technical workers; interprets technical documentation; uses software and test equipment to diagnose problems; and helps implement and monitor SOPs and train location staff to standards. The position also includes developing specifications for equipment where needed and gaining working knowledge of Trident’s warehouse management system (EAM), including requisition and asset management. The work environment includes warm, humid conditions and short-term exposure to freezing temperatures. Travel and on-call work are not required. The position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. The listed pay range is $32.70–$40.86 per hour.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience with industrial controls or automation installation, troubleshooting, and repair.
One-year certificate in a maintenance-related field from a college or technical school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of PLC system design, troubleshooting, programming, logic commands, and software and hardware from a variety of PLC manufacturers.
Ability to troubleshoot and calibrate process measurement equipment.
Ability to adapt current PLC systems to changing plant needs.
Basic network troubleshooting skills, including Ethernet IP and Modbus TCP IP.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, diagrams, and procedure manuals.
Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.
Ability to stand and walk regularly; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Occasional climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching are required. Lifting and carrying up to 5 pounds regularly, 25 pounds frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs (500, 5000, Studio, Factory Talk View HMI, and Power Flex).
Experience calibrating weighing systems.
5 years’ experience with industrial automation troubleshooting, adapting, and repair of food processing equipment.

Responsibilities

Inspect existing automated equipment and assess its performance against standards.
Troubleshoot equipment performance issues and guide or perform adjustments.
Advise management on equipment performance and recommend equipment or process improvements.
Support equipment maintenance and repair as needed.
Coordinate with vendors, supervisors, and technical workers on equipment installation, maintenance, and repair techniques.
Use computer software to copy programs and draw, modify, or store schematics.
Assist with implementing and monitoring SOPs and ensure location staff are trained to standards.
Interpret blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to troubleshoot, maintain, and install process control systems.
Operate equipment to demonstrate its use and analyze malfunctions.
Determine whether standardized equipment is feasible and develop specifications for equipment needed to perform additional functions.
Develop working knowledge of Trident’s EAM warehouse management system, including requisition and asset management.
Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions using test equipment or software and knowledge of electronic units and systems.

Benefits

Discretionary or performance-based incentives may be available to full-time employees.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Optional HRA/HSA.
Telemedicine.
Employee assistance and wellness programs.
Long-term disability.
Basic life and AD&D insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off; initial full-time employee PTO starts at 20 days per year and is adjusted based on relevant experience.
10 paid holidays each year.
Paid parental leave.
Commuter and transit programs.