PLC System Technician M4

Lactalis Heritage Dairy Inc•Tulare, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Lactalis Heritage Dairy, part of Lactalis, is hiring a PLC Systems Technician based in Tulare, California. The technician designs, modifies, programs, tests, installs, and supports control systems that provide ongoing operational information for the factory. The role works closely with maintenance technicians, process operators, and management to troubleshoot and maintain plant control and information systems. The position is scheduled for third shift, 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, Sunday through Thursday, with some weekend coverage required. Work may involve extended hours, overtime, coverage of other shifts, and shift changes based on production schedules or equipment availability. The work takes place in a demanding, hands-on environment that may not be climate-controlled. Lactalis describes its Total Rewards Program as including affordable benefits and coverage options, significant support for insurance costs, retirement-plan contributions, paid time off from day one, and training and development opportunities including education reimbursement.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience as a PLC Systems Technician or in a similar role in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
Strong understanding of automation and preventative maintenance.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Strong written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Very strong SAP PM and MM skills (Power User).
Technical proficiency in network and computer hardware, computer operating systems, and office systems.
Technical proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLC programming and troubleshooting, including PLC5/XXE, SLC 500, and ControlLogix.
Technical proficiency in FactoryTalk View SE programming and troubleshooting, RSLinx, AssetCentre, Historian, ThinManager, and thin clients.
Technical proficiency in ControlNet and Ethernet/IP programming and troubleshooting, as well as Ethernet/IP and TCP/IP LANs and WANs.
Technical proficiency in industrial electrical and instrumentation troubleshooting, analog control signals, and industrial pressure, flow, and temperature systems.
Technical proficiency with Allen-Bradley PowerFlex variable-frequency drives and Allen-Bradley servo systems.
Technical proficiency in database and historian management and virtual servers.
Ability to work in a demanding, hands-on environment and willingness to learn and develop new skills.
Ability to work overtime and weekends when needed and to cover other shifts as required.
Ability to perform extensive walking and lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish priorities and interact effectively with technicians and management, applying team concepts in the workplace.
Acquire new skills through conventional training and hands-on experience.
Organize work and time effectively and communicate with all levels of management.
Troubleshoot and manage process-control and information-system problems involving plant systems and software.
Provide technical support on the plant floor to maintenance technicians and process operators troubleshooting PLC and other plant control systems.
Modify PLC logic, HMI screens, instrumentation and controls, and electrical drawings; update drawings using ACAD.
Support and maintain plant virtual servers.
Work overtime, cover other shifts, and provide weekend coverage when needed by production or staffing requirements.