- Position reports to the Automation Engineering Manager with the opportunity to work closely with Engineers in the development and implementation of new systems and upgrades.
- Aide in improved troubleshooting and error response of plant equipment.
- Modify process systems to improve efficiency, alarming and traceability.
- Ability to specify, install, calibrate and troubleshoot the following: transmitters, sensors, meters, valves, process systems and new/adopted technology.
- Provide electrical and instrumentation support to ensure safe and effective production.
- Develops and generates proper documentation for all facets of work duties.
- Maintains appropriate computerized and paper files on pertinent information.
- Maintains areas of operation in a safe and sanitary manner. Determines that established safety rules, Company policy and good housekeeping are followed.
- This role may require additional duties and/or assignments as designated by management
- Occasionally drives own or company vehicle in performance of some job duties.
- Participates in training, employee meetings, committees, project teams, etc. as appropriate.
- Receives written and verbal instructions on the above job tasks and performs other duties as directed by Supervisor
- Basic Measurements
- Automatic Control Systems
- Closed Loop Systems
- Controller Feedback and Configuration
- Loop Tuning Analysis
- Configure and Calibrate transmitters, controllers, valves, positioners, sensors, meters, etc.
- pH, Conductivity, Brix, etc. Measurements
- Digital Systems within process environments
- Measurement of control instrumentation through serial and parallel transfers
- SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition)
- Multi-Drop communication systems
- Facility Focused Process Control
- New/Adopted Technology
- Technical Associates Degree or 5+ years of experience troubleshooting HMI/PLC control systems and evaluating/modifying programming and devices
- Superior troubleshooting ability
- Allen Bradley, Logix 5000, Studio 5000
- Ignition software
- Automatic Control Systems
- Closed Loop Systems
- Controller Feedback and Configuration
- Loop Tuning Analysis
- Digital Systems within process environments
- Knowledge of continuity, current, voltage and resistance
- Proficiency in reading blueprints, electrical schematics and P&IDs
- Maintain instrument as-built documentation Basic Measurements
- Ability to work with minimal instruction
Automation Controls Technician - Mount Olive, United States - Mt. Olive Pickle Company Inc.
1 month ago
Description
Mt. Olive Pickle Company, Inc., located at the Corner of Cucumber & Vine in Mount Olive, North Carolina, manufactures the best-selling brand of pickles in the country with distribution in all 50 states. The company ferments pickles on site and produces fresh-packed pickles, peppers, relishes and much more. In business for over 90 years, Mt. Olive is known for quality products, dedicated employees, and its support of the local community. We strive continually to improve our operations, to make our processes better and more efficient, and to deliver the best quality and value for our customers and consumers.
The Automation Technician will perform typical to advanced programming, troubleshooting, calibration and optimization on electrical, mechanical and pneumatic systems. The skill level for this position requires an individual to work independently on complicated equipment and systems with minimal instruction and direction.
Anticipated work schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (** some weekends are required based on workload and production downtime)
Responsibilities
Progression Plan
Satisfactory demonstration of Knowledge and Theory, Installation and Specifying, Calibration and Troubleshooting of the following will place the technician in respected Progression Level.
In the event new technology is adopted or level structure is modified, the technician will receive a 6 month notice of change(s) being implemented. The technician will receive a 12 month period to demonstrate the required skills of the modified level after the 6 month notice. If the technician is unable to demonstrate the required skills at the end of the 18 month period, the technician will be moved into the next lowest level which includes pay reduction. Once the required skills are satisfactorily demonstrated, the technician will advance to the next highest level and respected pay increase.
Level 1 Process Control Operations
Level 2 Instrumentation Calibration and Analytical Instrumentation
Level 3 Programmable Logic, Distributed Control and Digital Measurement
Level 4 Fieldbus Process Control Systems
Qualifications