Automation and Controls Technician F/M

The company

Post description

·        Assist engineering and plant staff with the specification, installation, & modification of systems.

·        Communicate status, manage expectations, resolve issues, and insure system functionality.

·        Work with technicians, vendors, contractors, and leadership on assigned projects.

·        Provide expertise to continue advancement of automated systems throughout the site.

·        Install, maintain, and inspect control systems and workstation installations throughout the facility.

·        Inspect and review manufacturing equipment installations for design and troubleshooting purposes.

·        Ensure machines are properly calibrated, when applicable.

·        Assist Maintenance Coordinator on annual calibrations and inspections of equipment.

·        Coordinate personnel schedules and duties as required to accomplish departmental goals.

·        Provide technical and business guidance and mentoring for automation technicians and automation engineers.

·        Provide system operation training on the assigned automation systems.

·        Provide troubleshooting and maintenance support for all assigned automated systems potentially at all hours depending upon plant schedule.

• Support continuous improvement, modification of job plans or work orders, inspection audits, assisting vendors who are on site for repairs.

·        Propose and monitor all necessary machinery and equipment adjustments and performs all tasks and duties necessary for efficient start-ups, daily operations, change-over and shut-downs.

·        Participate and assist in the installation and training of new machinery.

·        Identify, implement, and document maintenance and reliability best practices.

·        Provide training and continuous development for all maintenance personnel.

·        Update Preventive Maintenance plans based on data analysis of failures.

·        Work directly with machine operators and production supervisors to resolve mechanical issues that arise during shifts/production.

·        Maintain industrial control system.

·        Enforces department rules and procedures.

·        Work independently and with other team members to complete repairs timely and safely.

·        Work with other departments on root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives to help drive efficiency and yield.

·        Understand and follow plant safety rules including safe lifting practices and safe machine operation. Personal Protective Equipment is to be used where required.

·        Develop and maintain quality and safety standards.

·        Adhere to Bakerly’s safety policies and procedures.

·        Adhere to Bakerly’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

 

Profile required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Electrical and Mechanical technology or Industrial Automation experience a must.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed.
• Education and/or experience with PLCs, industrial electricity, automation control and mechanical repairs.
• Familiarity with plant specific automation products i.e., SewEuro, Siemens PLCs & VFDs.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in industrial/mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing of packaged goods environment preferred**.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Power Point) to look up part location/availability on computer using maintenance software.
• Knowledge in AutoCAD / Solidworks would be a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with managers, technicians, contractors, and be able to explain electrical/mechanical processes and theory.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds repeatedly using proper techniques.
• Good problem-solving abilities and result oriented.
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures, heights, in and around machinery and chemicals.

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