Summary

The Maintenance Automation/Instrumentation Technician is responsible for assessing mechanical, technical, and electrical problems in all areas of the facility. This position requires a highly motivated, self-directed multi crafted worker that can work autonomously in a fast-paced production environment. The individual will provide the highest level of in-house support. Further, this position will require people who are highly successful at working as part of a team. It will be necessary for them to partner with internal and external resources to be successful. Must follow established safety and GMP’s and environmental standards. Adhere to all plant technical standards and company compliance with all federal, state, local, and company regulations. FDA, EPA, and SQF Certifications.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, Maintain, repair, and modify highly automated production equipment including PLCs, HMIs, Ladder Logic, and Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic systems in a fast-paced production environment.
• Identify problem root cause by observing mechanical systems and devices in operation, listening for problems and using precision measuring and electrical testing instrumentation and other troubleshooting methods
• Understanding of routine and moderately complex electrical and mechanical operations. Working knowledge of Oscilloscopes and other data collection instruments; working knowledge of circuitry design, trouble shooting, safety practices and wiring
• Able to use all standard and complex instrumentation, temperature probes, thermocouples, pressure transducers and accelerometer
• Provide maintenance break/fix support for automation related issues, and work with Technicians/Maintenance Foreman, Supervisor and maintenance management on equipment repair and improvements
• Ability to troubleshoot and re-wire high speed and/or highly automated equipment such as AC motors, VFDs, PLCs, servo motors, and PLC I/O modules.
• Manufacturing or Material handling experience in Conveyor, sortation, palletizers, and robotics is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment with people of varying skills and backgrounds.
• Serve as a high-level technical support resource for complex mechanical, automation and electrical issues.
• Redline all Automation related programs and documentation including PLC programs, HMI programs, electrical drawings, P&IDs, pin charts, functional analyses, sequence of operations, etc.
• Continually seek out best practices and share with the organization
• Share of general knowledge within facility and organizational peer groups
• Follow International Delights Safety and GMP procedures and practices
• Work with team to maintain machinery, meeting maintenance requirements for 480-volt, 3 phase systems, and minimizing downtime

Requirements

• At least 5 years of electrical, PLC and instrumentation experience working in an industrial facility
• Associates degree, Technical School Certificate or Military training in one of the following disciplines: Electrical or Electronics Systems, Industrial Controls or Manufacturing Systems/Mechanical Systems
• Knowledge of PLC systems troubleshooting, and programming
• General knowledge of HMI systems
• Broad knowledge of automation, instrumentation and electrical devices and equipment
• Intermediate knowledge of personal computers and windows operating systems
• Ability to use electrical diagrams, process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Ability to effectively cooperate with personnel of different backgrounds and skill level
• Ability to train and transfer knowledge to others
• Strong ability to create and maintain relevant documentation
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks given time constraints and ensure tasks are executed completely

This job description should not be viewed as an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities related to your position. Your position will necessitate performing duties and tasks that are not outlined herein. International Delights, LLC. makes no guarantees as to the nature and scope of the work performed by this position. International Delights, LLC. retains the right to change an employee’s position or job description at any time.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion and job status, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, age, physical or mental disability.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person