Controls Technician Position Available In Newberry, South Carolina

Controls Technician Artisan Kitchens Newberry, SC 29108 JOB

DESCRIPTION CONTROLS TECHNICIAN

– 1st shift Overview The position of Controls Technician is responsible for maximizing the uptime and effective throughput of plant processing equipment from receipt of raw ingredients, staging and through the palletizing and warehousing of finished product. An ideal candidate for this position will have experience troubleshooting issues and maintaining typical food manufacturing equipment. This is a very collaborative position that works extremely closely with the production department to help determine gaps in training as well as ideas to develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork. Responsibilities Performs maintenance in all areas of the plant on a scheduled or emergency basis as directed by work orders and/or direction from lead and/or maintenance manager: Electrical Repairs for processing equipment standard to the Food Processing Industry. Emergency diagnostic troubleshooting.

Automated / Semi

automated primary and secondary packaging equipment.

Automated / Semi

automated palletizing equipment. Programmable Logic Control (PLC) Communication and Automation Systems. Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems, PLC programs, motor VFD’s and other electronic systems. Power Distribution Systems / Motor Control Centers. Respond to unscheduled/emergency work orders and document them using a CMMS system. Conduct root cause of equipment failure and develop course of action to prevent future failures with direction from management. Receive directions and complete assigned work from Maintenance Lead and/or Maintenance Manager. Coordinate directly with the Production Department to coordinate maintenance and repair work. Help develop and implement the plant preventative maintenance program for program backups. Manage OT Network. Troubleshoot issues with structured approach to minimize production impact. Communicate repair steps to production to increase working knowledge of the operator. Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs. Housekeeping duties to include sweeping, cleaning, and sanitizing both work areas throughout the plant and maintenance shop area, as necessary. Report any food safety issue observed to any Management team member. Report any security breaches, attempts at product tampering or contamination, or other suspicious behavior observed to a Manager or Supervisor. Works with contractors and assists with new installations and other projects, as necessary. Maintain a food-safe sanitary environment at all times. Follow Company’s quality assurance procedures and protocols at all times while on duty (e.g. Labeling of containers, Inventory Control, PM programs). Promote a positive proactive environment where input from team members is valued and encouraged. Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams. Available for overtime work on a scheduled or call-in basis, as necessary. Provide back-up support for other roles, as necessary. Other duties as assigned by the manager/plant manager. Qualifications Education.

Minimum Required:

High School Diploma.

Preferred:

Associate degree in Vocational Training in Mechanical, Electrical, Hydraulics, Pneumatics or Technical School Certification in related field. 5+ years industrial electrician or controls technician experience or combination of education and experience. Electrical motor control knowledge. Rockwell Automation experience required. Yaskawa servo drive experience is a plus. Must demonstrate the ability to go online and make program modifications.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.00 – $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift

Overtime Work Location:

In person