PLC & Instrumentation Technician

Dairy Farmers of America • Saint George, UT

86d

About The Position

The PLC & Instrumentation Technician will install, monitor, and repair PLC devices (Programmable Logic Control) and functions related to PLC devices such as hardware (microchips, wiring) and software programs. The technician will support PLCs, HMIs (Human Machine Interface), instrumentation, and other electronics, ensuring that the equipment operates at the desired capacity and produces a quality product. The role requires working with a limited degree of supervision and providing guidance on complex problems and new assignments, functioning as the go-to subject matter resource.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, etc.
• 4 to 6 years of industrial maintenance electrical, PLC, or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• State certified electrician license and other certifications and/or licenses may be required during course of employment

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems to include PLCs, HMIs, and field devices
• Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives
• Locate, diagnose, and repair problems causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory equipment performance
• Perform both unscheduled and scheduled work as well as preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment to help achieve a goal of zero downtime and one hundred percent efficiency
• Monitor PLC devices and systems to ensure functionality
• Test connections between PLC devices and other equipment
• Conduct regular safety inspections
• Continuously work with the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to develop and maintain accurate parts inventory levels as well as an accurate accountability of asset performance
• Maintain and repair equipment in all areas of the plant/plant utilities as needed and assist with set up and installation of new equipment utilities
• Provide technical support for users and other technicians
• Train and mentor team members to include other technicians and operators
• Document and maintain procedural documents
• Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production
• Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques
• Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes
• Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues
• Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees