Automation Technician

Company: Jobot
Location: Goodyear
Posted on: November 17, 2023

Job Description:

Growing Food and Beverage Manufacturer seeking strong Automation Tech to join our team! Sign On Bonus!This Jobot Job is hosted by: Tommy PhamAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $40 - $45 per hourA bit about us:We are seeking a Plant Automation Technician to join our growing team.Job Purpose: The Plant Automation Technician is responsible for continuously evaluating the existing process control systems to ensure their reliability and effectiveness. This role involves close collaboration with team members from various departments, maintenance, and operations. The Plant Automation Technician provides day-to-day technical support for process control systems and related tasks, and actively supports the implementation of new projects by configuring control modules, batch programs, and HMI graphics. Additionally, they strive to enhance process control systems through Advanced Process Control, Alarm Management, and Operator Interface Optimization. The Plant Automation Technician is responsible for integrating PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Servo Drives, and process controls, as well as training end users on the operations of newly installed or modified process control systems. Furthermore, they play a vital role in standardizing control systems and control logic designs, documenting operation procedures, and creating as-built drawings and logic. As the plant liaison, they ensure smooth system start-up and commissioning with outside controls contractors and system integrators, ensuring proper transfer of documented PLC program changes and providing adequate training on completed installations/changes.Responsibilities:

• Perform routine and specialized duties in repairing, maintaining, and updating instruments, controls, and process control network systems throughout the manufacturing process.
• Collaborate with the team to plan, analyze, and control the quality of processes.
• Inspect, repair, and adjust Programmable Logic Controls (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and related equipment using electrical test equipment, circuit diagrams, schematics, and blueprints.
• Coordinate repair and replacement of instruments and control systems that fail to operate and continuously monitor all operational processes for immediate recognition and correction of malfunctions.
• Continually improve process control systems through Advanced Process Control, Alarm Management, and Operator Interface Optimization.
• Act as the plant liaison for new system start-up and commissioning by coordinating with outside controls contractors and system integrators to ensure proper transfer of documented PLC program changes and provide adequate training on completed installations/changes.
• Responsible for integrating PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Servo Drives, and process controls.
• Provide technical training to lower-level personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.Why join us?
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • PTO
  • 401k
  • Career AdvancementJob DetailsSkills/Qualifications Required:
    • Associate's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Technology or related military service training programs, along with additional professional training.
    • Experience with FTView ME and FTView SE.
    • Familiarity with Siemens S7 PLCs and B&R servo controls.
    • Proficiency in working with Eaton and Danfoss VFDs.
    • Knowledge of industrial networks such as CAN, BACnet, AS-i, and Modbus.
    • Familiarity with SQL databases.
    • Additional experience with machinery repair and control systems.
    • Additional training as an industrial electrician.
    • Previous experience in dairy and/or high-speed beverage maintenance.
    • Experience in programming with visual basic or similar languages.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button.

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