PLC Technician - 1st Shift

PROTERIAL CABLE AMERICA • New Hampshire, OH

196d

About The Position

Provide Electronic support within Facilities and Maintenance to ensure that production machines and equipment are functioning at their optimum levels. Responsible for troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating control systems on production equipment. Also specializing in PLC troubleshooting and repair.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 5 years' experience working with electronic control systems
• Demonstrated hands-on experience working with mechanical and electrical equipment and components
• Strong computer skills are required
• Experience in PLC ladder logic control systems (Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs a plus)
• Wire and Cable experience is a plus
• Strong verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills to exchange information with co-workers, supervisors, suppliers, and/or vendors
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints, mechanic and electrical schematics
• Good understanding of AC/DC circuits
• Must possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot in a logical manner
• Ability to conduct diagnostic tests, overhaul and rebuild machines by utilizing a variety of test equipment and hand tools
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction, and as a team member
• Reading comprehension skills to understand written specifications, instructions and procedures in English
• Good math skills and above average mechanical aptitude necessary
• Ability to troubleshoot and work on live equipment

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLCs
• Wire and Cable experience

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain electro-mechanical production machinery and equipment
• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, monitor, and adjust AC/DC equipment and circuits
• Program AC/DC drives
• Diagnose and correct PLC problems
• Become proficient with the Work Order Management system
• Understand and follow company Lockout/Tagout procedure
• Observe safety procedures and conduct; use equipment and materials properly
• Subscribe to and practice 5S principles, procedures, and guidelines, JIT, and process improvement
• Work a full-time shift schedule with regular attendance
• Calibration of footage counters, RPM meters and FPM meters
• Troubleshoot electronic equipment to determine cause and remedy any malfunction
• Test production equipment to ensure proper operation
• Troubleshoot and repair inkjet printers
• Provide support to the maintenance technicians as needed
• Obey all safety rules, use caution in work activities, and continuously practice safe behaviors
• Immediately report unsafe conditions/behaviors and work-related injuries to site supervision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees