What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Engineer position at Canpack?
The Automation Engineer is the subject matter expert for high-volume, high-speed manufacturingprocesses in all areas of automation and machine / process controls.Ensure operational stability, efficiency, and security of automation systems and infrastructure.
- Essential Functions / Key Deliverables
Deploy,monitor,and maintain automation hardware, operatingsystemsand application softwareto drive plant KPIs.
Troubleshoot and lend technical support for automated manufacturing processes and equipmentincluding line controland robotic systems.
Specify and procurerelatedreplacementparts and maintenance contracts.
Assess available options for technology and equipment throughout various areas of manufacturing operations.
Evaluate and test new or modified software programs and software development procedures used to verify that programs function according to user requirements and established guidelines.
Assist in the procurement; integrate new equipment and modification of automationsoftware and equipment for material handling, production processing and packaging equipment.
Create and maintain hardware documentation for all automation equipment.
Develop new programs,modify,or edit existing programs forprocess control, robotics,and HMI's.
Maintain and control current back up programs for all control processors,robotics,HMI’s,and data systems.
Conduct necessary technology research and provide recommendations
Installs and configures new hardware and softwareandprovide user training and support as necessary
Knowledge / Skills / Experience
Associate orBachelor’sdegreeand / orequivalent knowledge and experience required
Minimum 5-8 years programming and troubleshooting experience with PLC automation and related controls
Must have process / production experience in ahigh-speed manufacturing environment
Excellent communication, interpersonal, project management and technical skills
Extensive knowledge ofAllen BradleyPLC systems and Systems Control Technologies
Proficient in programming and modification of new and existing PLC's and HMI's
Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, including staff,vendors,and management
Ability to prioritize and interpret work requests and work orders
Ability to develop training material and provide training to management,technicians,and users
Minimum intermediate computer skills required (Microsoft Office Suite)
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