Automation Controls Tech - Pooler, United States - JCB North America

JCB North America

Verified Company

Pooler, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Automation Controls Technician
Position Purpose
This position is responsible for supporting the Maintenance and Manufacturing areas from a Controls and Electrical standpoint.

Supporting equipment reliability improvements and maintenance activities of equipment will be a focus, due to volume increase in JCB products.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

Setup, configuring, testing, and implementation of computer control systems used for production automation and industrial equipment.
Upgrade and / or maintain existing controls systems and components.
Support the installation of new automation or controls systems.
Technical troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic controls related to manufacturing and facilities.

Nature & Scope

Reports to the Controls Engineer of Advance Manufacturing and Reliability

Minimum Qualifications

Must pass applicable drug screens, background checks and preemployment tests
1 3 years PLC programming experience utilizing Siemens / Rockwell Automation based controls
AutoCAD design software experience maintaining schematics
1 3 years of manufacturing support experience
Prior launch experience where capital improvements have been made
PFMEA, risk assessments on equipment and safety

Preferred Qualifications

Associates degree, Manufacturing or Electrical technology, mechatronics, computer, software engineering.

- +5 years of manufacturing support experience

Heavy equipment or automotive manufacturing experience.
Assembly tooling knowledge, Atlas Copco, Stanley.
Robotics experience, Fanuc, Kawasaki.
Database management experience, SQL Server
Fabrication and Paint System equipment knowledge
Root Cause Analysis of equipment and system Issues
Analyzation of Data to drive sustainable KPI improvements

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

Able to work effectively in a team environment through delegation
Effective at verbal and written communication
Manufacturing process knowledge in the areas of: Assembly, Fabrication and Paint
Selfmotivated and selfdirected
Sound analytical skills with a practical balance of "shop floor" experience
Strong troubleshooting and problemsolving skills
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment as required Physical Requirements
Flexible schedule sometimes required to support equipment repair and integration efforts. This could include 12hour shifts / 7 days a week
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs
Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions
Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist
Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed
Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force
Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time
Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment

JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED