Skilled PLC Technician
| Company | Saputo |
|---|---|
| Location | Wisconsin, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Associate’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level, Senior |
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- AS degree in industrial controls technologies or related field or 3-5 years’ experience in instrumentation/automation field – or a combination of education and experience
- Must have advanced level understanding of automated control systems and integration, electronics, robotics, fiber optic sensors, pneumatic-hydraulic controls, HMI touch panels, and PLC programming
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
Responsibilities
- Performs duties to install, test, maintain, inspect, modify, and repair all automation equipment, components and controls systems using a thorough knowledge of electronics, robotics, fiber optic sensors, and pneumatic-hydraulic controls
- Abide all regulations required by NEC, NFPA 70 E, and State requirements
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors to maintain plant operations as well as new project support
- Perform instrument control programming and configuration to include pressure/temperature transmitters, RTD’s, PLC, HMI’s and other controls logic devices
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses cause of electronic or mechanical malfunctions using knowledge, manuals, SOPs, specifications and other workplace aids
- Identifies root cause and corrective actions for equipment and system alarms and jams
- Communicates directly with equipment suppliers, contractors and vendors as necessary
- Resolves and repairs all system faults and anomalies associated with installation, operation, maintenance, and connectivity problems
- Completes system updates and debugs PLC, HMI, and other controls logic software that supports devices
- Makes recommendations for product software and hardware selection and upgrades
- Uses computers, precision measuring instruments, hand and/or power tools and electrical repair or modification tools
- Performs routine preventative and corrective maintenance and testing on equipment
- Performs a large variety of tests on all electrical and electronic systems
- Dismantles, cleans, repairs and tests electrical, electronic and mechanical components
- Maintains preventative maintenance logs and accurate records of all testing and repairs
- Coordinates with team members to coordinate on-site installation of automation equipment
- Provides guidance and maintenance training to production supervisors, manufacturing engineers, and maintenance mechanics in the operation, repair, maintenance, and logistics support of machinery and equipment
- Follows and promotes all health and safety rules, regulations and practices
- Locks out equipment for proper and safe handling and servicing
- Troubleshoots problems with plant instrumentation and automation equipment
- Calibrates plant instruments
- Works together with co-workers and other department personnel
- Adheres to the Saputo code of ethics and actively applies the Saputo values
- Performs other duties as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- PLC, HMI or DCS certifications is preferred
- Calibration experience is a plus
- H.A.R.T. communication experience is a plus
- CMMS Software experience is preferred