PLC Controls Technician

Job Description:

SHIFT Night Shift: 6:00pm-6:30am on a 2-2-3 rotating Schedule

As a PLC Technician, you will help transform our Bakery, one of the fastest growing and most loved brands in our category.  The transformation is enabled through significant investments in our existing “classic” production lines, as well as recently installed state-of-the-art production and packaging equipment.   

Our staged transition toward a world-class maintenance program to support our operations will provide you with the opportunity to help install and maintain our physical assets, and then adopt and implement reliability programs to sustain their operational excellence.  All maintenance roles offer high-visibility and high-impact opportunities.  Proven maintenance leaders, experienced outside contractors, and a high-performing, tenured team of technicians will support your success onsite. 

The day in the life of a Controls & Automation Technician:

• Provides input to managing the controls and automation systems testing, quality control, data retrieval and training for packaging and processing equipment.
• Assists in managing the controls and automation interface, testing, quality control, data retrieval, and training for all packaging and processing equipment.
• Assists with the development and modification of PLC & HMI programs.
• Provides project engineering support to process areas.
• Provides controls support for the manufacturing facility and assist plant mechanics in troubleshooting.
• Ensures documentation for control/electrical system and document change control procedures.
• Assists with the development and management of controls related capital projects.
• Contributes to determination and maintainability of new process control systems and manage process controls change control procedures for existing equipment.
• You’ll work around moving machines – mixers, conveyor belts, and forklifts.

Knowledge, skills and Education:

All candidates, however, should have understanding in automated industrial machinery, which includes motors, servos, pumps, drives, relays, etc. and hydraulic and pneumatic systems; packaging, conveyance, liquid and powder manufacturing equipment and processes; PLC trouble shooting; electrical and mechanical drawings; installation and troubleshoot basic three phase motor control circuits; and breakdown analysis as well as the following:

• Ability and skills to troubleshoot and maintain Allen-Bradley MicroLogix and ControlLogix hardware
• Perform Allen-Bradley PLC programming implementing RSLogix5, RSLogix500 and RSLogix5000 software or equivalent.
• Implement and troubleshoot industrial communication networks including Ethernet, Allen-Bradley Remote I/O and DeviceNet communication networks
• Read electrical schematics, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID’s) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD’s)
• Perform PID Loop tuning and implement instrument calibration procedures.
• Knowledge of programming languages relevant to PLCs.
• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical control systems, including PLC controls, networking, and HMI systems.
• Initiate and develop control system modifications and new projects to improve plant performance and reliability.
• General knowledge of the National Electrical Code
• Knowledge of Wiring, Hydraulic Systems, and Pneumatic Systems.
• Reading blueprints and schematics.

What it’s like at Nature’s Bakery 

•  Safety is a top priority for us. We provide protective gear and training to ensure a safe work environment. 
•  Some activities may require standing in one place for long periods, lifting up to 40 lbs, walking around, or climbing stairs.
•  We are climate controlled. When the weather outside is undesirable, the temperature inside our facility is controlled, so you stay safe and comfortable.
• Dress code. Relaxed, with a few rules to follow for safety. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are required.
• Career growth. Most of our current Operations managers, supervisors and leads have risen through the ranks and been promoted from within. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following tasks are not all encompassing but an expectation of the role

• Talk and hear
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Sit and stand
• Use hands to handle feel and reach
• Lift and move up to 75 pounds
• Climb ladders or stairs
• Work from elevated platforms
• Walk/stand for extended periods
• Kneel, squat, crawl, or work in confined areas
• Lift or carry heavy equipment/parts
• Push or pull equipment
• Work around moving machinery
• Respond quickly to equipment breakdowns
• Work in areas where stable footing is critical
• Perform electrical/mechanical repairs
• Work safely around energized equipment
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations

The Good Stuff – Benefits!!

Our team members' physical and mental health is important to a thriving workplace. That’s why we offer the following benefits to full-time employees:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance offered for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with a company match that vest on day 1 of eligibility
• Paid vacation (40 hours)
• Paid time off (40 hours)
• Holiday pay (11 days)
• Paid short-term disability
• Paid life insurance
• Banfield Pet Insurance Discounts
• Wellness Benefits and Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program 

This job might of interest if you have worked in: 

PLC Technician, Automation Technician, Controls Technician, Industrial Automation Technician, PLC Programmer, Electrical Technician, Maintenance Technician - PLC, Automation Engineer

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