Location
North Carolina | United States
Job description
Automation Technician
JOB-10040857
Anticipated Start Date
03/18/2024
Location
Claremont, NC
Type of Employment
Direct Hire
Employer Info
Our client built our name on providing generations of families with wholesome, great-tasting chicken. But today's client is so much more. As values and behaviors around food have changed, so have we. Today, we're innovators uniquely positioned to reshape what it means to feed our world. Today, we not only have the fastest growing portfolio of protein-centric brands, but we also offer greater transparency into everything we do. We're passionate about food. We believe food is more than sustenance: it's a vehicle for good. As we continue to grow, we are embracing our responsibility to drive positive change, solve problems, and make the world a little better every day.
Job Summary
Seeking an Automation Technician with 4+ years of experience in PLC programming, electrical control systems installation, and equipment maintenance. Proficiency in diagnosing and resolving malfunctions, collaborating cross-departmentally, and documenting maintenance activities. Strong communication and critical thinking skills are essential, with a commitment to working effectively in a team environment.
Job Description
- General diagnostic and programming of Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC’s; Understand PLC operations.
- Install and maintain electrical control systems.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary.
- Collaborate with other departments to identify, define, and solve problems.
- Employee must perform safe and timely repairs to plant equipment in areas of electrical and instrument maintenance.
- Maintains proper documentation, which includes computer printouts and system drawings.
- Example duties could include, but are not limited to:
- Calibrate instrumentation devices using specialized test equipment and software.
- Responds to trouble calls and emergencies, both during and outside normal work hours
- Repair, maintain and troubleshoot electrical automation systems and equipment, drive systems, robotic systems, microprocessor-based (PLC) systems and electronic control systems and devices.
- Responsible for troubleshooting the following: hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, control circuits, digital electronics, electrical, VFD, power supplies, computers, and power distribution as well as perform preventive maintenance on the various Production and Automated Warehouse systems.
- Preventive and breakdown maintenance, repair and troubleshooting.
Skills Required
- Experience: 4+ years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience.
- Computer Skills: Standard computer skills; must have strong skills in document organization, the use of technical materials, and research techniques.
- Must either be proficient or become proficient in SAP Maintenance.
- Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with all team members.
- Special Skills: Must possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management.
- and operations personnel; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; with strong interpersonal skills.
Education/Training/Certifications
- Education: Training beyond high school including either an Associate (A.S.) degree in Electronics Technology (or closely related technical field), or a combination of education and experience which may include skilled trades programs or military training.
- Certification: Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a plus.
Additional Requirements
- Travel: 1-5 trips per year outside of assigned location.
- Must reside in the United States to be considered.
- No sponsorship available with this position.
Pay Rate/Salary
- Base Compensation: $40/hour
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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