What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Technician position at Plastics Extrusion Machinery LLC?
Controls TechnicianThe Controls Technician is responsible for final testing, troubleshooting, and quality qualification related to automation programming required by PEM machines. The Controls Technician will report to the Director of Field Services and will work in conjunction with the electrical programming team.Primary responsibilities
· Test and support Controls programming, smart device settings, and other automation programming for machines. The primary focus is PLC and HMI programs.
· Support continuous improvement processes specifically focused on Controls programming and final machine functionality, ease of assembly, and ease of use.
· Coordinate as needed with others inside and outside of engineering to ensure a proper understanding of customer requirements and expectations for their machine.
· Coordinate with Electrical Engineers to understand the design, features, and functions of a machine that require programming of any kind.
· Contribute and maintain documentation related to a final qualification, startup, and testing requirements of machines.
· Contribute to and maintain Controls programming standards and documentation.
· Support customer service requirements that are escalated based on the need for additional technical expertise. Primarily this is phone and online support but has the potential to include travel if additional expertise is needed on site.
· Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
· Accurately scan time on jobs and projects.
· Compliance with all safety rules and guidelines.
· Strong work ethics and great attitude needed.
· Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
· Consistently adhere to assigned work schedule, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
· Travel is required.
· Contribute to Electrical design of machines as needed based on feedback from testing.
· Contribute to Controls programming of machines as needed based on workload availability and skills.
· Contribute to customer-related documentation such as machine manuals.
· Support engineering projects and improvement initiatives. This can include projects such as modernization efforts, internal process improvements, and the development of new machine features or support frameworks related to Controls programming.
Role Qualifications
· Associates or technical degree in industrial automation or closely related.
· Prior experience in manufacturing environments is a plus – especially with electrical, troubleshooting, or PLC programming.
· Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.
· Ability to read, understand, and troubleshoot PLC and HMI programming.
· Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
· Strong cause-effect analytical abilities to solve problems.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills.
· Strong work ethic and great attitude.
· Valid Driver’s License.
Physical Requirements
· Balancing, Stooping, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Repetitive Motions.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $1.00 - $2.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person