Process Control Tech

American Kraft Paper Industries • White Hall, AR

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About The Position

American Kraft Paper Industries is seeking a Process Control Tech with a strong electrical, instrumentation, and process control background, including hands-on programming and troubleshooting. The role supports plant operations and maintenance by diagnosing, maintaining, and improving process control systems, equipment, and plant network systems. The technician works with maintenance and operations teams to improve system performance, safety, quality, and productivity and to accommodate new products.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 to 5 years of proven experience in PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Strong proficiency with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms and software.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two to four years of manufacturing experience (preferred).
• Experience programming and troubleshooting DC and AC drives.
• Working knowledge of Allen-Bradley motion control systems.
• Experience creating and editing HMI systems using FactoryTalk ME/SE.

Responsibilities

• Program, troubleshoot, and maintain Allen-Bradley programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
• Program and troubleshoot human-machine interface (HMI) displays, including creating and editing FactoryTalk ME/SE systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical circuits and replace or troubleshoot instrument and control devices.
• Troubleshoot and repair process control loops.
• Troubleshoot and maintain plant network systems.
• Diagnose and test PLC, instrumentation, and equipment problems; correct malfunctions and make improvements to support new products and improve safety, operational quality, and productivity.
• Change and develop PLC programs and read and write PLC logic across multiple versions.
• Troubleshoot Allen-Bradley motion control systems and AC and DC drives.
• Read electrical loop sheets, elementary drawings, wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, and control diagrams.
• Support day-to-day operations and maintenance.
• Work with maintenance and operations team members to improve process system performance.
• Interpret data, identify problems, and develop process control solutions.
• Identify process control needs to accommodate new products and improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• Communicate and work effectively with people at all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life and accidental death benefits.
• Retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed