Summary
The Automation Technician is responsible for assessing technical problems in all areas of the facility and implementing a vetted-out solution in a timely fashion. This position requires a motivated, customer focused individual that is a highly effective trouble-shooter and solution provider. The individual will provide outstanding in-house support. Further, this position will require people who are highly successful at working as part of a team. It will be necessary for them to partner with internal and external resources to be successful.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems
- Identify problem root cause by observing mechanical systems and devices in operation; listening for problems and using precision measuring and electrical testing instrumentation and other troubleshooting methods
- Provide maintenance break / fix support for automation related issues, and work with Automation Engineers on equipment repair and improvements
- Serve as automation and controls domain expert on local project teams. Deliver training to operations and other groups as needed
- Serve as a high-level technical support resource for complex automation and electrical issues
- Redline all Automation related programs and documentation including PLC programs, HMI programs, electrical drawings, P&IDs, pin charts, functional analyses, sequence of operations, etc.
- Assist with other plant or department members in developing and championing programs and projects as required
- Continually seek out best practices and share with the organization
- Share of general knowledge within facility and organizational peer groups
- Follow Chobani safety and GMP procedures and practices
Requirements
Associates degree in the field of controls / automation or related preferred3-5 years of electrical, PLC and instrumentation experience working in an industrial facilityKnowledge of PLC systems troubleshooting and programming specifically focused on Allen Bradley PLCGeneral knowledge of HMI systems focused on Rockwell Factory Talk View ME / SE or Inductive Automation IgnitionBroad knowledge of automation and electrical devices and equipmentIntermediate knowledge of personal computers and windows operating systemsAbility to use electrical diagrams, process flow diagrams, piping, and instrumentation diagramsAbility to effectively cooperate with personnel of different backgrounds and skill levelAbility to train and transfer knowledge to othersCreate and maintain relevant documentationPrioritize numerous tasks given time constraints and ensure tasks are completed