Controls Technician

Novolex Corporate•Canandaigua, NY

About The Position

This position provides support for the reliability of all automation and control systems throughout the facility. The individual will work closely with all plant personnel to perform tests, diagnostics, repairs, improvements and upgrades to all equipment, instrumentation, process and procedures.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent required
Apprenticeship or equivalent training
Minimum five years of industrial maintenance experience with extensive automation and controls work
Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft applications, Outlook, SAP, etc.
Knowledge OSHA Electrical Standards, National Electric Code (NEC)
Strong troubleshooting skills and logic to solve problems to root cause
Proactive and self-motivated to work effectively with minimal supervision
Good written and verbal communication skills
Ability to make decisions under time constraints and tight deadlines
Able to interact with other associates in a team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in maintenance or industrial technology preferred

Responsibilities

Drive a zero EHS incident culture, support and participate in incident investigations to determine root cause and identify preventive actions, correct unsafe conditions and acts immediately, and use every incident or near miss as a teaching moment for others
Monitor, adjust, calibrate and repair manufacturing equipment, instruments, fixtures, etc.
Conduct in-depth PLC, HMI, motor and drive troubleshooting and provide effective solutions – Allen Bradley required with at least one other manufacturer (i.e. Mitsubishi, Schneider, GE, Opto 22, etc.)
Read and modify PLC ladder diagrams
Perform electrical and electronic installations and modifications including drives and programming controllers
Working knowledge of AC vector and servo drive technology.
Understand in-depth electric circuitry, electronics and electromechanical concepts - AC and DC, Sinking / Sourcing, Analog, etc.
Troubleshoot and maintain Fanuc robotic automation. (Palletizers, Case erectors, Pick and Place)
Basic understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics and mechanical concepts
Basic understanding of PC components
Interpret all levels of drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, specifications, etc. Knowledge of CAD system (i.e. AutoCAD, Vizio, etc.)
Stay up to date with the latest state-of-the-art automation and control techniques
Utilize problem solving techniques including PDCA to solve problems to root cause, implement actions that prevent reoccurrence, improve operations, etc.
Supply higher level technical assistance to plant shift electrician team
Provide training to all levels of the organization
Ability to supervise contractors to minimize scheduled and unscheduled downtimes
Maintain and manage the engineering department technical procedures, manuals and drawings, including records of as-built equipment and process changes
Occasional need to work flexible hours. May include weekend and/or holiday work, subject to call-ins