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From yourPASSIONto ours
Lactalis Heritage Dairy, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a PLC Systems Tech based in Tulare, CA.
As aPLC Maintenance (Systems Technician), you will be responsible for designing, modifying, programing, testing, installing and supporting control systems that provide ongoing information operations for the Factory.
Hours/Shift:3rd Shift - 10:00PM - 06:30AM (Sunday-Thursday) *Additionally Some weekend coverage required
From yourEXPERTISEto ours
Key responsibilities for this position include:
Effective job performance requires initiative to establish priorities and a high degree of interaction with all Technicians.
Have knowledge of Team Environment and ability to apply team concepts with all Technicians and Management staff.
Technician will acquire new skills by conventional training along with hands on experience.
The ability to communicate well, organize time and work and to interface well with all levels of management.
Ability to effectively handle and manage the solving of process control and information system related problems. Including PLC5/XXE, SLC 500, Control Logix, RSLinx, Asset Centre, Historian, Factory Talk View SE, Thin Manager, Thin Clients, support and maintain plant virtual servers.
Provide close technical support at plant floor level for Maintenance Technicians and Process Operators troubleshooting PLC and other plant control systems.
Modifies PLC logic, HMI screens, instrumentation/controls and electrical drawings modification/updates using ACAD.
Understanding of Ethernet/IP, TCP/IP LAN's and WAN's, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Windows Environments.
NOTE:The description is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible responsibilities, tasks, and duties.
Work CONDITIONS:
Extended hours may be necessary depending on the project needs.
May be required to cover other shifts due to absentee and PTO.
May involve shift work depending on the plant's production schedule and or equipment availability. Ability to work overtime and be willing to work weekends if needed.
Ability to work in a demanding environment.
Willingness to learn and develop new skills in a hands-on environment.
Physical demands associated with this position include extensive walking, lifting & carrying heavy weighted materials (up to 50lbs)
The ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment
Requirements
From yourSTORYto ours
Qualified applicants will contribute the following:
Education
- Bachelor's degree is preferred in engineering
Experience
2-5 years of experience in a PLC Systems Technician or similar role within a manufacturing or industrial setting
Certifications and specific knowledge
Strong understanding of automation and preventative maintenance
Demonstrated Leadership Skills
Strong written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills
Proficient computer skills including MS Office Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Very Strong SAP PM & MM (Power User)
Demonstrates technical proficiency in the following:
Network / Computer Hardware
Computer Operation Systems
Allen Bradley PLC Programming & Troubleshooting
Factory Talk View SE Programming & Troubleshooting
ControlNet / Ethernet/IP Programming & Troubleshooting
Industrial Electrical / Instrumentation Troubleshooting
Analog Control Signals
Industrial Pressure, Flow & Temperature
AB Powerflex Variable frequency drives
AB Servo Systems
Office Systems
Thin Manager and Thin Clients
Database / Historian Management
Virtual Servers