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Novelis Bay Minette Manufacturing Facility
Automation Technician
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What they do
An Industrial Automation Technician repairs and maintains the computer-controlled systems and robotic devices used within industrial and commercial facilities to reduce human intervention and maximize efficiency. Their duties require knowledge of electronics, mechanics and computers.
$72,740 / year median in Alabama
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Position Overview Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents. Responsibilities & Qualifications The Novelis Bay Minette, AL team is seeking Automation Technicians to work in the Bay Minette facility. This role will report to the Engineering, Maintenance, Reliability & Automation (EMRA) Leader of the hiring Manufacturing Unit.
Responsibilities:
Embrace the Novelis Safety Absolutes to build a zero-injury culture and the Novelis cultural beliefs of Be Authentic, Say Anything, Be Open and Built Trust Maintains computer software and hardware and all facets of automation controls. Makes hardware and software upgrades to Programmable Logic Controllers, Micro Controllers and Process Computer Systems. Maintains a high technical capability of automated systems hardware and software. Functions as the "on-shift" technical leader for process automation systems. Provides on-shift automation support and training to team members. Collaborate with and under the direction of Engineering. Working in conjunction with operations and other maintenance employees, assist in troubleshooting systems, coordinating project work, and maintaining equipment functionality. Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, includingISO 9001
2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.Minimum Qualifications:
HS Diploma/GED 5 years experience in an industrial environment and/or 2 year degree/certification, preferred Knowledge of safety procedures and standards such as NEC and OSHA. Ability and knowledge to select and use the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Knowledge and ability to understand the Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO), grounding, arc flash prevention, machine guarding, and alternative means of controls when troubleshooting live circuits and abide by these requirements. Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair automation devices in production equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining high-quality production standards. Support Mechanical and Electrical crews on troubleshooting sequencing or controlling breakdowns by accessing computer logics, follow PLCs signals, inspecting automation devices like sensors and instruments. Familiar with hydraulic and pneumatic circuits to enhance troubleshooting. Ability to execute PLC and HMI projects backups, create restoration procedures. Ability to analyze trend graphs, feedback from field sensors and digital and analogical inputs and outputs, in 24Vdc or 110VAC. Repair and replace defective components in Remote IOs panels and Controller Cabinets. Install, maintain, and repair automation parts of machinery and equipment. Written and oral communication skills, computer skills and familiarity with computer maintenance management systems. Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repair histories, and equipment performance metrics. PLC Programming- knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers and the ability to troubleshoot these systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
Rolling, casting, strip process experience Reading prints, single lines, process flows, and network diagrams Cisco or Rockwell network hardware config & troubleshooting. PRP experience Industrial Networking Protocol gateways (ModBus, Ethernet/IP, Profinet, etc.) Software AVEVA Pi- Data Acquisition System Iba
PDA MS SQL
- Octoplant ThinManager
- Thin client administration Studio 5000 / Logix 5000 (2-yr exp.
CC HMI HMI
firmware updates Programming C# Ladder SQL Databases, familiar with database management Python VMWare Administration (Install, Manage), Familiar with surveillance cameras circuitsPhysical Requirements:
Near constant standing with frequent walking and occasional sitting Occasional below waist level work, climbing, balancing, carrying, reaching over 15" away from the body, reaching above shoulder, fine motor skills, use of forceful motion, and lifting up to 35 lbs Occasional push/pull, and lifting up to 50 lbs Ability to meet the physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation Able and willing to work at heights Military MOS Crosswalk could include but is not limited to: US Army 94A-Land Combat Electronic Missile System 94F-Computer/Detection Systems Repairer 94E-Radio/COMSEC Repair 94R-Avionic & Survivability Equipment Repairer US Marine Corps 6316-Aircraft Avionics Tech 2171-Electro-Optical Ordnance Repairer US Navy ET-Electronics Technician AT-Aviation Electronics Technician ETN-Electronics Technician-Nuclear Power US Air Force 2A3X2-Avionics Test Station Technician 3D1X2-Electronic Systems What We Offer:
Novelis' benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, driven in the marketplace, and affordable. These are a few of the benefits we offer to support you and your family's well-being: Medical, dental and vision insurance Health savings accounts- Company Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage Paid vacation and competitive personal time off 401(k) savings plan with company match Retirement savings plans
- medical and prescription drug coverage through private exchange Employee assistance programs
- available 24/7 to you and your family Wellness and Work Life Support
- career development and educational assistance #LI
- AC1 Location Profile Novelis' newly announced Bay Minette facility will be located 35 miles northeast of Mobile AL and 45 miles west of Pensacola FL and is expected to create approximately 1000 high-paying advanced careers in modern manufacturing.
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- Novelis
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health and Wellness Programs