Industrial Automation Specialist

7 days ago

Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States Carlisle Companies Full time

Job Overview

This position plays a vital role in maintaining and improving the control system reliability of automated production equipment. The successful candidate will have a keen eye for details, an electrical aptitude, and be very comfortable with computers and industrial controls software.

Main Responsibilities

  • Lead troubleshooter for electrical/automation issues on their respective shift. Assisting other electrical and mechanical technicians with preventative maintenance, breakdowns, and miscellaneous work orders as needed.
  • Installs, configures, maintains, or replaces industrial control devices such as HMIs, VFDs, PLCs.
  • Responds to significant plant downtime events and initiates problem-solving activities.
  • Supports implementation and improvement of preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
  • Supports new equipment installation and startup.
  • Selects and procures replacement or upgrade hardware.
  • Performs needed calibration of electrical control components.
  • Works with controls engineering on controls-related projects.
  • Evaluates electrical equipment operation and suggests necessary action when malfunctions occur or improvements are needed.
  • Completes preventive maintenance work orders. Captures and communicates associated data.
  • Maintains plant electrical control systems on equipment such as mixers, conveyors, compressors, hydraulics, motors, pneumatics, and pumps.
  • Researches information required to maintain hardware and modify software. Attends training classes.
  • Complies with regulatory, Carlisle, and departmental policies, procedures, and standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience with wiring and programming Allen Bradley CompactLogix and ControlLogix & GE/Emerson 9030 and RX3i PLCs controls preferred.
  • Knowledge of PLC language (ladder logic, structured text, etc.).
  • Proficient in configuring, modifying, and troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, sensors, DC drives, VFDs, etc.
  • Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills.
  • Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems preferred.
  • High degree of skill with PCs and networking (installing software, changing adapter settings, navigating directory structures, changing IP address, etc.).
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize electrical instruments, such as multimeters, in troubleshooting control systems.
  • Awareness of electrical codes such as NEC.
  • Inter-Personnel Skills - Including the ability to be a team player. The ability to pass on information & training to others.
  • Effective written and verbal communication.
  • Ability to interpret and redline electrical schematics.
  • Familiarity with electrical safe work practices.
  • Critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving ability.
  • Understanding of OSHA and related industrial safety protocols.

Competencies

  • Teamwork
    • Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
  • Managing Change
    • Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
  • Continuous Improvement
    • Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
  • Customer Focus
    • Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer's needs top of mind.
  • Continuous Learning
    • Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
  • Drive for Results
    • Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.

Education and Experience

  • High School Diploma or GED and degree from technical school, or industrial maintenance certifications (PLC, Machine Logic, etc.).
  • Equivalent experience: High School Diploma or GED and 5+ years experience working as a control technician in an industrial manufacturing environment.
  • Technical military specialties considered.

Equipment Used

  • Precision measurement equipment (gauges, measurement devices, etc.).
  • Electrical instrumentation (megohmmeter, multimeter, amperage monitoring systems, etc.).
  • Hand tools.
  • Office equipment (computer, phone, etc.).
  • Computer systems (CMMS, SAP, MS programs).

Working Conditions

  • Activities occur inside an insulation manufacturing facility. Job includes but is not limited to exposure to the following:
    • Temperatures exposed to both Ambient/outside temperatures.
    • Nuisance dust, use of chemicals, working with mechanical parts, pinch points.
    • Noise of industrial machinery.

Physical Requirements

  • Lifting - must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Pushing & Pulling - must be able to push and pull up to 50 lbs.
  • Bending & Stooping - must be able to bend and stoop while working on low areas of machines.
  • Reaching - must be able to reach above shoulder level.
  • Climbing - while using stairs or ladders.
  • Walking - must be able to walk to and from different areas of the Carlisle campus.
  • Standing - must be able to stand for the majority of the shift.
  • Sitting - while working at computers.
  • Sight - must be able to see and recognize hazards, warnings, and equipment malfunctions.
  • Grasping & Dexterity - must be able to use fingers and hands to operate tools.
  • Talking & Hearing - must be able to effectively communicate with team members, supervisors, management, and other employees on the Carlisle campus.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Used

  • Safety glasses, FR uniform, composite toe shoes, hard hat occasionally, dust mask occasionally, arc flash, safety gloves, face shields, hearing protection.

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