Job Description

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Production / Engineering Manager, is responsible for improving the design, installation, maintenance, and operation of all control devices and electronic accessories, working with production, maintenance personnel, and vendors. Work with computers, programmable logic controllers, electronic control devices, vision systems, scanners, and miscellaneous peripherals that support production.

Responsibilities:

· Maintain hardware & software for all plant PLC controllers, electronic devices, vision systems, inkjet printers, and robotic and automated programmable equipment. · Make programming changes as required to optimize process & quality.

· Working Knowledge of 480v 3-Phase systems, 220v, and 110V systems.

· Perform daily safety checks on electrical systems and equipment.

· Ability to read a variety of measuring devices, drawings, and schematics.

· Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues in all departments.

· Be available for call-outs in cases of emergencies and breakdowns.

· Must be able and willing to work alternative shifts when necessary for maintenance

· Conduct inventory of materials to ensure sufficient stock to maintain operations.

· Work with team members to make recommendations for process improvements.

· Read, follow and understand manuals and blueprints.

· Fill in operating production equipment in all departments as assigned

· Forklift operation

· 5S/Housekeeping

· Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements:

· Prefer degree in an electronics-related field or must have at least three years of industrial

experience with electronics, computers, and control systems, or have equivalent technical education. · High School Diploma/GED

· Must have a solid understanding and ability to troubleshoot electronic components and control systems.

· Must have the ability to write PLC programs and have a working knowledge of PC programs.

· Excellent communicator and have the ability to work with a wide variety of personnel.

· Training of other personnel in electronic troubleshooting will be required.

· Working knowledge of measuring devices (mechanical and electrical) and competency with mathematics, and electrical calculations including “amps”, “voltage”, “resistance” and “capacitance”.

· Ability to work at heights following all safety procedures

· Ability to read blueprints& electronic schematics.

· Identify and resolve complex problems in a timely manner with a sense of urgency.

· Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with good communication skills.

· Demonstrates attention to detail. · Communicate with others within and outside the department.

· Able to read and interpret written information

· Proven problem-solving experience

· Must be team-oriented with good energy and initiative

· Ability to complete administrative tasks as necessary

• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to work all shifts including 8 or 12- hour shifts, daylight, and off-shifts as well as weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel, talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and or move up to 75 pounds. There is no continual lifting. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision as well as color recognition. Good hand eye coordination is necessary.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Electrical Systems Diagnostics & Repair
• Vehicle Electronics & Computer Controls
• PLC Programming Experience
• PLC Wiring Experience
• Mechanical Assembly Skills

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