Perform continuous improvement activities to improve safety, increase productivity and reduce production cost, by development and improvement of electrical control systems.
Ensure up to date backups for PLCs, HMIs, Robots and any other digital controller in the plant
Assist in electrical documentation of control systems and power distribution
Assist in product selection as it pertains to controls design
Maintain awareness of existing and emerging technologies in PLC, Robots, instrumentation, and computer systems
Provide training and guidance to maintenance personnel related to control systems
Consider safety as top priority in design and implementation of any control system
Assist the maintenance department in the troubleshooting and repair of electrical problems as required.
Work with maintenance to develop PM strategies and identify areas of improvement
Update electrical schematics ensuring that all electrical codes are adhered to
Participation in pre-design reviews for new machinery
Direct contractors and employees to implement control systems following the plant specifications
Always adhere to all safety rules
Report any unsafe or unhealthy conditions immediately.
Ensure that area of responsibility is clean, tidy and organized
Attend training as required or as assigned
Know the operating instructions for all equipment where you are assigned. Know the pre start-up inspection process, hazards, protective measures, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, start & stop procedures, and equipment limitations
Be knowledgeable of any chemicals that you work with or that are in your working environment.
Wear required PPE such as safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, aprons, respirators and head protection as required.
