Maintenance Controls Technician 1st shift

Johnsonville•Town of Watertown, WI

1d•$34 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

We can’t do what we do best – make great-tasting sausage products – unless our equipment is reliably running at its best. Members of our maintenance team keep our machines, lines and facilities running. You and your teammates will be responsible for all production and industrial refrigeration equipment, as well as our electrical controls systems. You’ll also work closely with our engineers and production members to make important upgrades to our production machinery, as we innovate and grow the business.Position OverviewStarting Hourly Pay: $33.95. Skill block completion will increase hourly rate.Pay Range: $33.95 - $42.91 per hour Hours: 5:00am – 2:30pm. Flexibility required at times. Overtime expected, as well as weekend hours as needed. The successful candidate will be involved in working to create standards and programs around the controls engineering function at Watertown which will help us get closer to our goal - "Best Company in the World." This position will partner with our Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations Teams to focus on projects and initiatives in the areas of electrical and PLC's within our operations. This position will be at the forefront of our automation initiatives.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required
3 or more years of system programming experience including: PLC ladder logic, HMI screens, data collection, PLC networking, motor drives, and servo motion control
1 or more years of CAD experience including: Schematic design and panel layout component locations
Specific Hardware Qualifications: o PLC: Allen Bradley o Servo: Allen Bradley o AC Drives: Allen Bradley o HMI: Allen Bradley o Network Systems: Cisco network switches, Allen Bradley
Specific Software Qualifications: o Allen Bradley RSLogix (500, 5000), RSView 32 (ME, SE), RSNetworx for Devicenet, Controlnet, Panelbuilder 32, Asset Center, RSlinx, Drive Explorer, Ultraware, Drive executive, Factory Talk, Vantage Point (excel add ins), Excelsius, CAD or equivalent o Windows (XP, 2000 Professional, 7) Windows Office Suite
Understand the difference between AC/DC circuits as well as how to measure each of them
Ability to understand different circuits (ie; safety circuits, relay logic circuits, PLC, and start / stop circuits)
Ability to safely understand and modify / repair, control wiring to enhance or update components
Ability to identify the major components in a control panel and describe what each does
Strong computer skills required
Ability to learn parts/inventory system using SAP for both production and building equipment information
Strong written and verbal communication skills required
Must be willing to share skills to help develop others
Must be highly motivated and possess a high level of expectations
Willingness to learn and support Continuous Improvement efforts, Asset Management, Maintenance, Product Quality, Safety and Operational Efficiency initiatives
Committed to providing a high level of detail and pride towards equipment, projects, general housekeeping and maintaining all shop/utility areas in a neat/orderly fashion
Member must have an unending commitment to personal and professional development through technical and non-technical efforts
Ability to perform responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner
Comply with GMPs and safety rules at all times
Decision making
Prioritizing
Demonstrated capability in wireless and LAN network systems and development
Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication, facilitation and influencing skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships within the facility and teams
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team based environment
Proven experience in project management/leadership
Ability/Experience in troubleshooting mechanical systems
Perform minor mechanical repairs to equipment as needed
Expected to assist and perform non-controls related repairs as needed
Must be at least 18 years old
External Candidates Only: Ability to pass a pre-employment, post offer drug screen, physical assessment, and background check
Ability to hand grip/lift/carry up to 65 lbs, and push and pull up to 50 lbs
Walking and/or Standing throughout the shift
Bending and/or Reaching throughout the shift

Nice To Haves

Understanding of SAP-PM or other CMMS software is a plus

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain electrical control systems, robotics, and communication networks for machines and manufacturing processes
Create and implement technical competencies surrounding programming and controls systems
Write, edit, and enhance PLC programs for new and existing equipment
Participate and lead various projects
Lead controls and automation planning for facility
Mentor other maintenance members
Be the main contact between the Watertown facility and the organization for automation and controls Initiatives
Develop schematics and line drawings for existing and future automation projects using CAD software
Create and display data collection routines to support our maintenance and operations teams to improve overall efficiencies
Provide high level troubleshooting for all controls and electrical systems
Develop complex safety circuits for new equipment as well as upgrading existing equipment
Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems on various production and utility equipment and apply RCA (Root Cause Analysis) techniques to improve and eliminate future problems
Maintain facilities and equipment to meet Perry Way Foods, OSHA and U.S.D.A. standards
Engage in continuous improvement efforts as they relate to equipment and process
Work on projects (i.e. machining, fabrication, Capital projects and work with outside vendors)
Use SAP-PM software to collect technical data for the development of better preventative maintenance information in SAP
Perform Preventive Maintenance and repair of all production and building equipment
Assist with new equipment installation and/or equipment relocation and modification
Be part of teams that implement ideas to improve the uptime of plant equipment through equipment modifications, layout adjustments, and general machine maintenance
Member must be highly motivated with high expectations

Benefits

Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match.
Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance.
Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off!

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