What are the responsibilities and job description for the E & I Technician position at HomeTown Food Company?
Position Summary: The Electrical & Instrumentation Technician/Journeyman performs skilled electrical and instrumentation maintenance repair, troubleshooting, and installation of equipment.
Filling 2nd shift (shift premium)
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for installing/Modifying/repairing electrical control components for manufacturing equipment
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, test, install and repair electrical parts, equipment and systems.
- Safely work with Multiphase Medium Voltage and Low Voltage electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve control networks, instrumentation, PLC, HMI, VFD, servo and control problems.
- Assist Engineering/Operations with modifying PLC programs to support production
- Assist Engineering with updating controls hardware and firmware
- Assist Engineering/Operations with continuous improvements projects
- Assist with equipment commissioning
- Perform prescribed Preventative Maintenance.
- Maintain accurate and complete records, document all work performed appropriately, document engineering documents for changes/updates as required.
- Assist with maintaining current control software database
- Assist in maintaining electrical controls parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to Supervisor
- Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible and accurate format, and completed with required information.
- Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOP’s.
- Assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Maintain a clean, sanitary and safe work area.
- Follow all required work safe practices. This would include wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
- Responsible for food safety, pre-requisite programs and food quality related to designated area.
- Read and interpret work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Wanted Experience/Knowledge/Abilities:
- Promote Teamwork and show willingness to work with other departments
- Read and interpret work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
- Strong PC skills, Proficient with Windows 7/XP/10 operating systems
- Utilizing continuous improvement mindset
- Proficient w/ AutoCAD
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, logical reasoning, written and verbal persuasion/communication skills
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and set priorities
- Proficient with Allen Bradley SLC 500, PLC 5, Logix 5000
- Experienced with FactoryTalk ME
- Proficient with reading/interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings and specifications
- Working knowledge of National, State, Local building codes, OSHA and standard industry safety rules/regulations
Required Education/Training:
- Associates Degree in Electronic or Electrical Engineering.
- 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment
2:30 pm - 11:00 pm
Salary : $43