PLC Technician

1 week ago


Waco, United States Aerotek Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: PLC Technician

Weekly Pay- 97,000 annual.

Job Description

The PLC Technician is responsible for the beverage manufacturing and packaging equipment and requires strong mechanical skills including hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, conveyor systems, and PLC usage. This role operates on the 2nd shift (7pm - 7am, AWS).

Responsibilities
  • Participate in and direct troubleshooting activities in the event of equipment failure, including failure analysis, problem-solving, and prevention.
  • Work with the production team to make rapid, educated decisions regarding issues at hand, troubleshoot systems, and resolve issues through investigation, analysis, testing, and follow-up.
  • Maintain, test, and upgrade all production equipment.
  • Install and test new food manufacturing, packaging, and processing equipment.
  • Interface with machine tools and special equipment or test modules, troubleshoot existing equipment for electrical or electronics failures, and modify machines to improve or update.
  • Perform preventative maintenance and repair as required, in addition to planned mechanical maintenance duties.
  • Participate in a continuous improvement culture while following safe workplace practices.
  • Develop positive and respectful interactions with managers, supervisors, maintenance technicians, and machine operators.
  • Perform other duties as required by supervisor/manager.
Essential Skills
  • Three (3) plus years of experience in industrial manufacturing maintenance.
  • Experience with PLCs.
  • Electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repair skills.
  • Proficiency in using RS Logix 5000, RS Logix 500, or RS Logix 5 software for machine troubleshooting.
  • Ability to go online with Control Logix, Compact Logix, SLC500, or PLC5 using either Ethernet I/P, DH+, or RS232, and download PLC programs if necessary.
  • Capability to read and understand electrical schematics.
  • Competence in using a multimeter and working in control panels with up to 480VAC.
  • Understanding of symbols on P&ID’s and tag references on line layout drawings.
  • Ability to replace and configure AB Powerflex 40, 400, and 525 VFDs and Yaskawa V1000 and P1000 VFDs.
  • Skill in replacing Panelview 550 and downloading applications using Panelbuilder 32.
  • Skill in replacing Panelview Plus and downloading applications using RS View Studio Machine Edition.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Aptitude for further development of technical skills.
Why Work Here?

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid holidays and vacation, well-being benefits, discount programs, and relocation assistance.

Work Environment

This position operates on the 2nd shift (7pm - 7am, AWS) at a flavoring facility. The schedule follows a 2 on, 2 off, 3 on, 2 off pattern, with time off every other weekend.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Waco, Texas.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
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