2nd Shift PLC & Instrumentation Technician

Dairy Farmers of America•St. George, UT

About The Position

Install, monitor, troubleshoot, and repair PLC devices and related hardware and software, including PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, field devices, power and motor control systems, and frequency drives. Ensure equipment operates at the desired capacity and produces a quality product. Work with limited supervision, address complex problems and new assignments, and serve as a subject matter resource. Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, including preventative and predictive work, throughout the plant and plant utilities. Support equipment setup and installation, maintain accurate maintenance and inventory records through the CMMS, provide technical support, and train and mentor team members. Maintain safe working conditions and comply with applicable regulations and company requirements for good manufacturing practices, food safety, quality, and sanitation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Four to six years of industrial maintenance electrical, PLC, or related experience; manufacturing experience preferred.
Knowledge of PLC control systems, power distribution systems, sensors, transmitters, automatic valves, and integrated electromechanical systems.
Basic knowledge of boilers, air compressors, ammonia refrigeration systems, and wastewater systems.
General knowledge of blueprints and the ability to read equipment specifications and installation instructions.
Ability to read blueprints and ladder logic.
Ability to perform preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures.
Ability to perform electrical repairs, including motor wiring, motor starter fuses, and basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
Ability to independently perform complex activities and repairs and complete projects from planning through installation.
Ability to present options and ideas for current processes or procedures, adapt to change, and work effectively in a team.
Ability to diagnose problems and take appropriate steps to find solutions.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
A state-certified electrician license and other certifications or licenses may be required during employment.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a trade school or technical school, preferably in industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, or a related area.
Industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, and field devices.
Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives.
Locate, diagnose, and repair causes of equipment downtime or unsatisfactory performance.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled work and preventative and predictive maintenance to support zero downtime and full efficiency goals.
Monitor PLC devices and systems and test their connections to other equipment.
Conduct regular safety inspections.
Use the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to maintain accurate parts inventory levels and asset performance records.
Maintain and repair equipment throughout the plant and plant utilities, and assist with setup and installation of new equipment utilities.
Provide technical support to users and other technicians.
Train and mentor technicians and operators.
Document and maintain procedural documents.
Communicate with departments, management, and employees about problems or concerns that could restrict production efficiency.
Keep current with new products, equipment, technology, and techniques.
Identify process improvement opportunities using a continuous improvement mindset.
Maintain safe working conditions and comply with state and federal health and safety regulations.
Follow company good manufacturing practices and corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.