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PLC Programmer / Process Technician 

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position is part of the Maintenance and Engineering team and plays a role in improving overall reliability and performance of manufacturing and infrastructure equipment. This employee is critical to the performance and continued growth of Suja.

This position provides technical support, problem solving, documentation maintenance, modifications, and continuous improvement for electrical panels and automated control systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Duties and Responsibilities):

  • Troubleshooting controls
  • Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems, and prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written
  • Control and information systems for process and packaging operations
  • Install/troubleshoot 240V and 480V motors VFD’s and Servo drives
  • Design and construct control systems for single devices and/or specific functions of electrical machinery and equipment on the shop floor involving PLCs (programmable logic controllers)
  • Provide day-to-day support for shop floor PLCs and related hardware, software, and applications
  • Implement standard engineering practices, provide detailed documentation upon project completion
  • Detect and resolve mechanical, electrical and programming issues and effectively communicate solutions to both technical and non-technical personnel
  • Work with and learn existing PLC platforms, the majority of which is Allen-Bradley (AB) but may also include Siemens, Schneider Electric/Modicon, Mitsubishi, Yaskawa, B&R and others
  • PLC (AB-Studio 5000) / HMI programming packages (AB, Wonderware, )
  • Work with network protocols such as Ethernet I/P, DeviceNet, Modbus, ModbusTCP, RS-232, RS-485, SERCOS, ASi and others
 
Position Requirements

Candidate Must:

  • Have a strong working knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers and Distributed Control Systems.
  • Be able to use and integrate a wide range of components associated with automated control systems in food and beverage plants.
  • Have experience with Computer Added Design (CAD) Software and Solidworks.
  • Have the ability to analyze performance logs (logs, online tools).
  • Be adept at controls programming (Rockwell, Siemens, Labview, GE Proficy)
  • Have familiarity with time based and relational database systems.
  • Have the ability to program AB for custom manufacturing equipment
  • Possess skills in troubleshooting, maintenance and repair of all plant equipment
  • Possess intermediate to advanced computer skills (e-mail, MS Word, Excel)
  • Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication and decision-making skills, with the ability to work in a diverse workforce environment.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

  • BS degree or more is required or at least 7 years of documented field experience.
  • Should have required basic hand tools.
  • Responsibilities may require an adjusted work schedule, overtime, evening/weekend hours in order to meet deadlines
  • The environment may be wet or dry with temperatures <40F.

SKILLS:

  • PLC programming
  • Electrical and PLC troubleshooting
  • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
  • Robot motion control
  • Servo motion controls systems
  • Network communications
  • Database implementation and maintenance
  • Hardware configurations and power requirements
  • Standard wiring and labeling practices
  • Interpret and modify electrical schematics
  • Be able to work independently with moderate supervision
  • Ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
  • Good critical thinking skills
  • Good organization skills
  • Food and beverage Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s)
 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Shift -not applicable-  
Salary $38 - $45 / hour  
Position Maintenance Planner/Scheduler  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  

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