Associates Degree in Electronics or equivalent training (e.g., Fundamentals of PLC’s, Programming Controllers, Troubleshooting and Repair of PLC’s)
Three (3) plus years of practical electronics experience
Ability to stand regularly; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to frequently walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear
Ability to occasionally sit and climb or balance
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
Ability to work in a manufacturing plant environment
Responsibilities
Perform facility Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) work on all manufacturing equipment, including installation, programming, troubleshooting, and repair of PLC’s
Proactively maintain all plant electrical systems, equipment electronics, motors, drives, and other power transmission systems
Perform any and all mechanical and electrical tasks as assigned
Comply with all Company policies and procedures
Possess the skill and ability to perform all mechanical and electrical duties required for the top Maintenance position in the plant
Write advanced A/B PLC logic programs
Troubleshoot and repair PLC circuits
Design and assemble control circuits and cabinets with user interface
Analyze current machinery for PLC automation implementation
Troubleshoot/program/specify motor drives
Maintain/service plant switchgear
Maintain a running log on barrel and screw inventory, changes, history, and throughput
Perform all manufacturing plant electrical and electronic diagnostics, repair, and installation, consistent with plant electricians
Determine when scope of job is beyond existing skill set or requires additional support