Controls Technician - 1st Shift 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30 PM

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE : AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are :

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and Paid holidays

Job Description

The Controls Technician is responsible for the repair and upkeep of equipment and facility.  Activities include both planned and predictive maintenance and breakdown repair.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities :

Troubleshoot, repair, problem solve and maintain all Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and other drives / controls at the Mount Juliet facility.

Must have a strong knowledge base with Siemens and Allen Bradley.

Locate and diagnose failures, replace defective components, and perform basic troubleshooting using standard equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and / or written instructions.

Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment such as pneumatic tools, motors, conveyor systems and production machines with various types of mechanical equipment including bearings, roller assemblies and gearboxes.

Ability to use testing instruments, hand and power tools and precision-measuring instruments.

Performs a wide variety of functions such as installation, maintenance, and repair of equipment for generating, distributing, and utilizing electrical energy. Uses instruments to test circuits and replaces or installs new power, light, electronic and control circuits.

Perform effective root cause problem solving to solve process issues associated with equipment and / or machine performance.

Develop and maintain drive, controls and SCADA system best practices through collaboration with other process technology teams.

Uses instruments to test circuits and replaces or installs new power, light, electronic and control circuits.

Troubleshoot electrical malfunctions, inspects circuits and wiring for shielding and grounding, and tests electrical equipment for safety and efficiency.

Repair complex electrical equipment, including motors, switches, switchboards, electrical mechanisms, automated machines, controls, panels, relays, circuit breakers, communication systems and alarms.

Work from schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to locate and diagnose trouble in the electrical system or equipment.

Create and update electrical schematics and drawings.

Identify safety issues, support safety initiatives, and recommend and implement effective solutions.

Troubleshoots electrical malfunctions, inspects circuits and wiring for shielding and grounding, and tests electrical equipment for safety and efficiency.

Repairs complex electrical equipment, including motors, switches, switchboards, electrical mechanisms, automated machines, controls, panels, relays, circuit breakers, communication systems and alarms.

Measures, cuts, bonds, threads, assembles and installs electrical conduit.

Assists engineers in diagnosing problems and suggesting corrective action.

Follow a strict preventive maintenance schedule to lessen exposure to downtime related repairs and maintenance.

Orders replacement parts. Requisition new parts and equipment.

Report shift metrics to capture the performance and / or areas for improvement. (Breakdown – Downtime) (Part Availability)

Maintains appropriate maintenance and repair logs.

Consistently work in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems.

Continuously review current processes and search out improvement methods to ensure that all procedures and processes are value added.

Assist and support other team members in meeting department and site goals and with completing project work.

Provide support to the production team to produce superior quality materials that meet / exceed client needs.  This role supports the needs of manufacturing and facilities to ensure both are in top working order.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required

Minimum 2 year degree in Instrumentation and Controls or equivalent work experience as a Controls Technician.

3 - 5 years previous experience required.

May consider experience in lieu of two year degree

Certifications in specialty areas required, as applicable (or acquire within specified timing any licenses necessary to perform the job).

Good interpersonal skills, mathematical aptitude, mechanical / technical skills and aptitude and logical problem solving skills necessary.

Good verbal and written communication.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a highly participative work system.

Ability to work independently in a safe and timely manner necessary.

Must be motivated toward productivity improvements, safety and quality awareness.

Additional Information

Shift :  1st Shift 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30 PM, on call rotation

Starting hiring rate : $34.85 / hr - 45.93 / hr

The hiring wage rate range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range. In some circumstances, this may be above or below the range (based on various factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and / or necessary travel required for the position). That may change, depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE / M / F / Vet / Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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