2nd Shift PLC & Instrumentation Technician

Dairy Farmers of America • Saint George, UT • 3h ago

Job Description

Our St. George, UT facility is seeking a PLC Technician to join our team!!!

General Purpose:

Install, monitor, and repair PLC devices (Programmable Logic Control) and functions related to PLC devices such as hardware (microchips, wiring) and software programs. Support PLCs, HMIs (Human Machine Interface), instrumentation, and other electronics. Ensure the equipment is operating at desired capacity and producing a quality product. Work with a limited degree of supervision and complete and/or provide guidance on complex problems and/or new assignments. Function as the go-to subject matter resource.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust control systems to include PLCs, HMIs, and field devices

Troubleshoot, repair, and adjust power and motor control systems and frequency drives

Locate, diagnose, and repair problems causing equipment downtime or unsatisfactory equipment performance

Perform both unscheduled and scheduled work as well as preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment to help achieve a goal of zero downtime and one hundred percent efficiency

Monitor PLC devices and systems to ensure functionality

Test connections between PLC devices and other equipment

Conduct regular safety inspections

Continuously work with the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to develop and maintain accurate parts inventory levels as well as an accurate accountability of asset performance

Maintain and repair equipment in all areas of the plant/plant utilities as needed and assist with set up and installation of new equipment utilities (e.g., compressed air/pneumatics, water systems, refrigeration, steam, heat, ventilation, etc., equipment)

Provide technical support for users and other technicians

Train and mentor team members to include other technicians and operators

Document and maintain procedural documents

Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes

Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in areas such as industrial automation, electricity-electronics, PLC, etc.

4 to 6 years of industrial maintenance electrical, PLC, or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Certification and/or License - state certified electrician license and other certifications and/or licenses may be required during course of employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

PLC control systems, power distribution systems, sensors, transmitters, automatic valves and other integrated electromechanical systems

Basic knowledge of boilers, air compressors, ammonia refrigeration system, wastewater system

General knowledge of blueprints; able to read equipment specifications and installation instructions

Able to read blueprints and ladder logic

Able to perform all required preventative, productive, predictive, and scheduled maintenance procedures

Able to perform electrical repairs such as motor wiring, motor starter fuses, and basic electrical trouble shooting and repairs

Able to perform complex or complicated activities/repairs independently

Able to complete projects from planning to installation

Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

Able to work effectively in a team environment

Able to diagnose and take appropriate steps to find solutions to problems

Able to work with accuracy and attention to detail

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay Range $44.12

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