Automation Technician (3pm-12am)

Description

LINCOLN PREMIUM POULTRY

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Automation Technician DATE : 9 / 2025

REPORTS TO : Automation Supervisor STATUS : Non-Exempt

CORE VALUE COMMITMENT :

All employees will demonstrate our culture of commitment to quality, respect for fellow employees and business partners, and responsibility to the environment and our community.

JOB SUMMARY :

Responsible for the maintenance and technical support of automated and semi-automated manufacturing solutions for a high-volume poultry production facility. Troubleshoots equipment, repairs and maintains electrical controls, and identifies risk areas likely to cause equipment break-down. Performs preventive maintenance and trains other technicians and operators on products, processes and equipment.

DAILY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Troubleshoot control issues using PLC programming software such as but not limited to Studio5000. Allen Bradley Experience preferred, but other platforms are beneficial.
• Utilize all manner of hand and power tools to diagnose, adjust, maintain, and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Troubleshoot and modify HMI and Scada systems
• Troubleshoot network communication issues.
• Familiar with basic networking and networking terminology.
• Repair and maintain electrical controls on processing equipment and facility.
• Be able to proficiently use a multi meter and troubleshot analog devices.
• Identify risk areas likely to cause equipment breakdowns, participate in projects improving equipment reliability, process improvement, lean manufacturing, and RCA.
• Download programs in the event of program loss or PLC replacement.
• Maintain software, documentation and equipment to the latest revision or operational specifications.
• Train technicians and operators on products, processes, and equipment.
• Organizes documentation, such as specifications schematics, and procedures.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION :

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