Automations Control Specialist

4 weeks ago

New Lenox, United States NLX Beverage Solutions Full time

The Automation Controls Specialist will assist in the development and implementation of processes and system enhancements within the manufacturing and operations area. The focus will be on integrating practical process solutions that enhance manufacturing and operations proficiency. Specifically responsible for: installation, programming, calibration, troubleshooting, and preventive and corrective maintenance of automation equipment for the plant and facilities. Oversees the performance of a wide range of equipment automation. Performs and/or coordinates comprehensive expert technical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment automation. Interfaces with vendors and may be placed on-call to work extended hours as required by management or facility needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Learn, practice, and adhere to all safety, quality, and department-specific policies as well as GMP/SOPs and prepare and maintain records as required
  • Perform installation, calibration, configuration, and maintenance activities on wired and wireless instrumentation
  • Perform troubleshooting for process equipment hardware and programming of controllers such as PLCs, HMI (Human Machine Interface), POCs (pump-off controllers), VSDs (variable speed drives), and Plant DCS (Distributed Control Systems)
  • Document automation equipment maintenance
  • Analyze automation equipment failures and propose solutions to address the failures so they do not recur
  • Support automation parts procurement and monitor current supply to ensure the availability of spare parts
  • Ensure automation equipment is installed and functioning according to the facility design and applicable automation standards
  • Generate as-built instrumentation drawings
  • Coordinate contractors and vendors when additional support is required to perform work
  • Perform automation work in compliance with all corporate and local area safety procedures and policies
  • Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
  • Manage all aspects of your projects
  • Engages in appropriate communication across teams and departments
  • Practice Lean Manufacturing to improve efficiency and eliminate waste
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment to ensure efficiency, safety, and product integrity
  • Demonstrate good judgment by reacting to unsafe acts or conditions by making them safe or reporting them to those who can correct them and documenting the correction
  • Perform assigned tasks while wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Must always maintain confidentiality and have regular and reliable attendance
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Desired Skills

Minimum of 1 year of controls technician experience in a high-volume manufacturing/industrial environment or applicable technical certificate/degree

  • 3+ years of experience maintaining industrial equipment and automation, or technical military experience instead of a degree
  • Engineering degree preferred; minimum 5 years experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
  • Understanding of electronic equipment and computer hardware and software, including but not limited to instrumentation configuration and PLC programming applications

Skilled at troubleshooting electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems

  • Understanding of PLC hardware and programs based on ladder logic
  • Skilled in PLC Languages such as Allen Bradley, Do-more, and Siemens
  • Comfortable running equipment using internal or 3rd party software, able to decipher logs and troubleshoot equipment
  • Understanding of pump-off controllers, remote terminal units and variable speed drives theory of operation
  • Experience working with CMMS software

Skilled in SCADA systems such as Ignition, C-more, and Factory Talk View

  • Excellent understanding of P&IDs (piping & instrumentation diagram), PFDs (Process Flow Diagrams), Cause & Effect charts, I/O drawings, and process control information
  • Understanding of electrical equipment operation, maintenance, and industry safety standards
  • Knowledge of industrial instrumentation & measurement principles and calibration tools
  • Knowledge of Sanitation practices for both facilities and equipment
  • Read, write, speak, and comprehend English

Experience working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and able to manage multiple priorities

  • Ability to work well under changing demands
  • Requires a cooperative team orientation, common sense, good judgment, and professional behavior
  • Ability to communicate effectively both written and orally within the organization
  • Ability to give positive suggestions to improve operations in the work center
  • Ability to read, interpret, and create technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and engineering documents and specifications
  • Strong communication skills and demonstrated teamwork skills
  • Advanced electrical background working on high and low voltage systems
  • Skilled with common workplace software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Willing to perform shifts and overtime as required
  • Proven leadership ability and strong communication skills

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