Automation Controls Technician

Shearer's Foods Inc•Dayton, OH

38d•$40

About The Position

This position is responsible for upkeep and maintenance of the controls and automation equipment which includes troubleshooting, performing program backups, and system upgrades. Direct involvement with cross-functional team that include safety, quality, engineering, and production. This position will provide technical guidance to other members of the maintenance team and other technical members of Shearers to develop higher controls capabilities across the network.

Requirements

Full familiarity with computer programs such as Auto-Cad, Microsoft Office, etc.
Strong Electrical troubleshooting and understanding
Full familiarity with Rockwell PLC software and can design, write and troubleshoot same.
RSlogix 5000
RSLogix 500
Studio 5000
Connected Components Workbench (CCW)
FactoryTalk View Studio
Full familiarity with Rockwell hardware and can design, write and troubleshoot same.
SLC 500
MicroLogix
CompactLogix o ControlLogix
Panelview
Powerflex
Familiarity with high-speed manufacturing and packaging processes, operations and associated machinery.
Ability to read and interpret electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical prints.
ABB & Fanuc Robot programming (and others)
Five years of industrial experience in maintenance or related field

Responsibilities

Execute tasks in a safe manner. Embrace and help to develop a people safety first culture.
Perform advanced troubleshooting functions by using the PLC and HMI code to diagnose issues that are causing downtime.
Ownership of regular program backups and ensure that all program changes adhere to Shearer's safety and quality standards.
Perform all assigned maintenance tasks such as preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, and inspections.
Develop and train maintenance personnel on control systems and functions.
Provide recommendations for equipment upgrades to avoid obsolescence issues.
Continually improve knowledge base regarding advances in parts, equipment, and processes to keep abreast of changes and innovations in equipment selection.
Develop and execute PM's on controls equipment and control cabinets
Assist in the development of base line safe work performance expectations and work practices. Identify and correct any unsafe condition and identify and unsafe action observed.
Ability to make changes to existing PLC and HMI programs to improve the process.
Perform the above duties in a food safe manner adhering to all GMP's (Good Manufacturing Practices.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Savings Plan with Match
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Group Critical Accident Insurance
Group Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate
Paid Time Off (PTO) available after 90-days