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MAAG Pump Systems Automatik Plastics Machinery Maag Gala Industries Reduction Engineering Scheer Ettlinger AMN Witte and Sikora eight successful and well-experienced companies have joined forces to become the global partner for the polymer industry. As a manufacturer of gear pumps pelletizing and filtration systems and pulverizers we offer top-grade equipment for your demanding requirements not only for polymer applications but also for the chemical petrochemical pharmaceutical and food industries.

Position Title : PLC System Testing Technician

Position Location : Eagle Rock VA

Main position objectives

The PLC Systems Testing Technician provides the highest quality in electrical testing of control systems and mechanical functionality on the Maag family of equipment. Working independently but supported by sales and engineering the incumbent is the testing PLC representative for quality and functionality of our product portfolio for the customers equipment and controls prior to shipment.

Position description Tasks responsibilities competencies

(List 8-10 specific tasks start each description indicating an action e.g. leads advises develops etc.)

Requires a thorough knowledge of Engineering and Manufacturing practices and methodologies.

Possesses an in-depth understanding of 3-phase motor controls Allen Bradley Siemens PLCs programming and HMI screen design and related products.

Reads and evaluates electrical schematics for wire checks and interconnections for testing

Reads and evaluates mechanical drawings and BOMs

Troubleshoots using meters laptop schematics and manuals

Troubleshoots reads and edits PLC logic

Reviews work orders and specifications prior to starting projects

Maintains specified test records and reports for all relevant testing data and is accountable for all check sheets after testing to hand off to project coordinators

Strives for continuous improvement in the process to maintain optimum operation for the customers equipment

Tests for spare part orders

Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Siemens and Allen Bradley controls.

Possesses MS Office experience including MS Excel experience.

Works effectively with networking and internet devices.

Cleans screens and tanks after testing

Works independently

Some travel to customers facility to assist in startups should be expected at times.

The incumbent considers all interests of quality accident prevention and occupational safety as well as environmental safety in a preventive manner within his scope of responsibility and supports the avoidance of damages to people facilities assets material and environment incumbent is obliged to perform tasks requested by management that relate to his position scope or arise from company needs. This job description reflects current status right to make changes reserved.

Work Environment

Generally a Systems Testing Technician work in a plant setting. One of their main tools include a computer with proprietary software to createand modify their programs as well as standard assembly tools. While performing the duties of this job in a plant setting the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles moving mechanical parts and vibration hot equipment hot and cold weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and PPE may be required.

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position is very active and requires standing walking bending kneeling stooping crouching crawling sitting and climbing.

The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job Specification

Education (area of studies Management IT etc.)

Mandatory

Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering / Technology or a related field of education or relevant experience is required.

Training on logic circuits electric motors gears / mechanical devices

Desirable

Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant job experience

Professional experience (description incl. No. of years)

Mandatory

Familiar with large rotating equipment

Able to read and explain manufacturing drawing schematics and piping and instrumentation diagrams.

Desirable

Experience in plastics processing equipment is highly desirable.

Interpersonal skills and behavioral competencies

Mandatory

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Highly organized and efficient in approaching tasks

Independent self-starter with ability to problem solve and anticipate and avoid issues

Strong team player work ethic and commitment to win

Customer-focused

Dover Competencies : Customer Impact

Results driven

Strong Business Acumen and Sound Judgment

Schedule : Monday to Friday Other : possible weekends night hours or holidays as needed

Company Profile

Maag is a worldwide supplier and leading manufacturer of plastic processing equipment and complete processing systems for the plastics industry.

Maag Gala Inc. is a division of Maag - A Dover Company. The worldwide leading manufacturer of gear pumps pelletizing systems and filtration systems for demanding applications in the plastics chemical petrochemical and food industries.

The foundation of our success is found in Maags core values :

Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit

Winning Through Customers

High Ethical Standards Openness and Trust

Expectation for Results

Respect and Value People

Available benefits include : 401K paid annual holidays medical coverage life insurance long-term disability insurance and more!

Maag and its related companies provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex or national origin. Maag is committed to protecting the safety health and well being of all employees and individuals in our workplace. Maag is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

We consider several job-related non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position including but not limited to the positions responsibilities a candidates work experience a candidates education / training the positions location and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits : Benefits for this position include : a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption surrogacy and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental military jury duty and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off including 10 paid holidays per calendar year paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws;business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability age genetic information or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants : If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process please let us know. Likewise if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

Job Function : None

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1