Primarily responsible for programming PLCs, electrical maintenance repairs and installations, equipment troubleshooting and assisting with repairs. Complete duties in a safe, sanitary and efficient manner. An employee working in this area is expected to operate as a member of a team, which includes assisting one another as needed.

Programming

• Install programs, or repair automated machinery and equipment such as robots or programmable controllers
• Maintain integrity of the PLC automation servers and PLC processors
• Troubleshoot and modify ladder logic programs on Allen Bradley processors using RSLogix 500 and 5000 software
• Develop a strategy for PLC automation support which includes training of operators
• Responsible for integration of specialized hardware and software into manufacturing systems to enhance automation and control with an emphasis on efficiency

Electrical

• Install and repair electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment
• Responsible for creating and maintaining effective electrical preventive maintenance procedures and schedules
• Maintain machinery, meeting maintenance requirements for 480-volt, 3 phase systems, and minimizing downtime will be necessary

Troubleshooting

• Listen for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discuss machine operation variations with fellow employees to diagnose problem or repair machine
• Support, troubleshoot, improve, and maintain high-speed production and packaging machinery

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintains alarm systems
• Follows all department and plant SOPs and policies
• May be responsible for supporting mechanical projects throughout the plant
• Assist team with general type work as needed
• Other duties as assigned