Plc Technician, Nights

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while working
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements
• Lead and participate in troubleshooting activities during equipment failures, collaborating with the production team to analyze, resolve, and prevent issues through investigation, testing, and follow-up
• Maintenance, testing and upgrading of all production equipment
• Installation and testing of new food manufacturing, packaging and processing equipment
• Interface with machine tools and special equipment or test modules, troubleshoot existing equipment for electrical or electronics failures and change or modify machines to improve or update
• Diagnose and troubleshoot PLC and automation issues, including faulty components and wiring
• Calibrate and test equipment to ensure accurate performance and compliance with specifications
• Assist with PLC system upgrades and improvements to optimize production efficiency and safety
• Modify existing programs for system optimization, new process requirements, or enhanced safety protocols
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance, repairs, programming changes, and upgrades
• Train other team members on basic PLC functions and troubleshooting as needed
• Preventative maintenance and repair when required in addition to planned mechanical maintenance duties
• Participate in a continuous improvement culture while following safe workplace practices
• Develop positive and respectful interactions with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators
• Identify and suggest process improvements to enhance system reliability and reduce costs

• Must be able to use RS Logix 5000, RS Logix 500, or RS Logix 5 software for machine troubleshooting
• Must be able to go online with Control Logix, Compact Logix, SLC500, or PLC5 using either Ethernet I/P, DH+, or RS232
• Must be able to download PLC program if necessary
• Must be able to read and understand electrical schematics
• Must be able to use a multimeter and work in control panels with up to 480VAC
• Understands symbols on P&ID's and tag references on line layout drawing
• Should be able to replace and configure AB Powerflex 40, 400, and 525 VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives) and Yaskawa V1000 and P1000 VFDs
• Should be able to replace Panelview and Panelview Plus devices and download applications using Panelbuilder 32 or RS View Studio Machine Edition
• Aptitude for further development of technical skills
• Three (3) plus years' experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance required
• Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs required
• Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills required
• Decisive, pro-active, self-motivated and assertive
• Strong interpersonal and developed communication skills
• Data analysis and identification of trends
• Internal customer focus with the ability to adapt to the variable demands of the business
• Ability to demonstrate working under initiative and think things through to solution
• Ability to work under own supervision
• Ability to influence, persuade and lead at all levels of the business

Preference will be given to candidates with a Rockwell Maintainer or equivalent Certificate, though it must be obtained within the first 24 months of employment if not already held

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
• Short-term disability and long-term disability
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well-being Benefit
• Discount and Total Reward Programs
• Sign-on Bonus: $2,000
• Relocation Assistance: up to $5,000
• Starting pay: $36.67/hour w/ progression to $40.26/hour