Controls Technician

JOB SUMMARY

This position will work across the organization to foster continuous improvement for long-term success. The primary function of this position will be to define and develop new and enhanced solutions for approaches to delivering production services, test and optimize the functionality of equipment and define technical requirements as well as ensure that production lines are commissioned, built and maintained according to Gestamp Automotive Systems and regulatory safety standard. This position will support production and maintenance to minimize downtime and seek continuous improvement activities to improve plant operation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Ensure that production lines are commissioned, built and maintained according to Gestamp Automotive Systems and regulatory safety standards

2. Prepare technical reports on the production line performance for peers and management; Record completed tasks/projects.

3. Serve as the point of contact for other maintenance personnel and Multi-Craft Technicians.

4. Provide documentation of completed tasks in the Daily Shift Log

5. Evaluate the effectiveness of optimization and corrective actions on the production lines

6. Be responsible for company owned equipment and use in a correct and proper manner

7. Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Possess the following attributes and characteristics at a Mastery Level

• Electrical and Electronic knowledge
• High level programming skills on Robots, PLC and HMI (preferably Beckhoff TwinCat, Siemens S7 and Win CC, Rockwell RS Logix5000, Factory Talk View, PILS, KUKA)
• Extensive knowledge in selection of field bus of various kinds (Ethernet/IP, EtherCat, Profibus, Interbus, etc.).
• Programming and troubleshooting of various drives
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a project
• Planning, documentation and part selection skills
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex technical issues
• Computer skills in software and hardware component level
• Good written and presentation skills; comfortable presenting to small groups as well as one-on-one
• Excellent multi-task skills; able to prioritize accordingly

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Requires Associates Degree or equivalent technical education, specifically electrical/electronics
• Successful completion of a formalized Electronics Apprenticeship Program preferred
• 3 years’ experience in a Controls role preferred
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• Work experience, in construction, buyoff and run projects.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, talk and hear
• Employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so other will understand
• The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted

Gestamp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Controls: 3 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Union, SC 29379 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Union, SC 29379: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33 - $45