Automation & Controls Specialist

4 weeks ago


Greenville, South Carolina, United States West Fraser, Inc Full time
Job Overview

West Fraser, Inc is seeking a highly skilled Automation & Controls Technician to join our team. As a key member of our automation team, you will play a vital role in the expansion of our automation and predictive controls capabilities. Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Providing remote technical support for our daily operations, including monitoring the status of critical devices and assisting in service, repair, and calibration of these devices.
  • Analyzing and identifying causes of system issues and assisting in breakdown recovery.
  • Assisting in the set-up of new and replacement equipment, as well as providing programming support for day-to-day process changes.
  • Troubleshooting as needed in coordination with onsite technicians.
  • Answering and logging system issues or requests for assistance from automated system monitors or mill manufacturing staff.
  • Assisting in upgrading facilities to conform to enhanced automation and digitization standards, including providing onsite support of infrastructure installation and commissioning.
  • Implementing and maintaining West Fraser Analytics System (NAS), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Model Predictive Control (MPC), and Rockwell ECO System across all facilities.
Key Responsibilities

As an Automation & Controls Technician, you will be responsible for:

  • Developing PLC programs and HMIs in accordance with West Fraser standards and capital expense guidelines.
  • Providing data and support of mill level project analysis and execution.
  • Configuring tags and templates for process data collection, trending, and reporting.
  • Auditing changes in the mill automation environment.
  • Keeping firmware and software revisions up to date.
  • Supporting the Automation team as needed.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • An Associate's degree, equivalent, or greater in Mechatronics, Industrial Electrical, Engineering Technology, or equivalent prior experience as a Technician with good programming/technical skills and prior OSB experience.
  • Highly collaborative, technology savvy, and willing to learn.
  • Experience with VMware ESX, virtualization, and other computer science fundamentals is preferred.
  • Proficient in programming and troubleshooting of Programmable Logic Controllers (preferably Rockwell ControlLogix).
  • Ability to visualize physical processes to remotely assist field personnel in set up and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with VB, SQL, Python, or Json programming is favorable.
  • Knowledge of, or willingness to learn the OSB and lumber manufacturing process.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to interpret and disseminate technical info to a wide range of skill sets and support roles.
  • Ability to work in shifts and variable schedules to support a 24/7 manufacturing schedule.
  • Ability to work well as a team and independently.
  • Traveling 20% or less to mill locations.
What We Offer

West Fraser, Inc offers a highly competitive compensation package and outstanding benefits, including:

  • Benefits starting Day 1.
  • Competitive starting pay.
  • On-the-job training.
  • A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within.
  • Medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match, and additional retirement contribution.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Disability Insurance.
  • Paid vacations and holidays.


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