What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Technician position at First Quaility McElhattan?
We are seeking a Controls Technician for our Nutek Disposables Company located in McElhattan, PA.
Purpose and role of job:
Troubleshoot and maintain controls components and automation systems for production equipment to insure highest reliability, proper line performance, and safe operation.
Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:
- Troubleshoots, maintains, and installs PLC’s, HMI’s, process instrumentation, machine control systems, variable frequency drives, servo drives, machine vision, robotics, power distribution (<600V), and control system networking
- Interface with PLC/HMI program to diagnose equipment issues
- Read and use electrical schematics and electrical test equipment to diagnose equipment issues
- Performs electrical preventative maintenance to maintain like new equipment condition
- Works closely with the production and support disciplines to identify and resolve problems
- Assists with department projects and equipment installations as necessary
- Owns personal safety and is expected to follow all electrical safety rules and guidelines
- Performs other duties as assigned
Education and experience requirements:
High School Diploma with Associate’s degree in the following or related disciplines:
- Mechatronics
- Electrical Technology
- Robotics and Automation
- Electrical Maintenance
- Electro-Mechanical Technology
- Controls Technology
1-3 years of Industrial Controls experience (preferred)
Skill requirements:
- Fundamental knowledge of electrical theory and principles of operation
- Fundamental knowledge of three phase, single phase and DC power
- Familiar with NEC and standard wiring practices
- Ability to utilize and interpret an electrical multimeter
- Fundamental knowledge of PLC hardware and software
- Ability to read and interpret PLC ladder logic
- Fundamental knowledge of servo motion control (preferred)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Safety oriented mindset
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with a team
- Strong analytical skills
First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.
First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $63,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Night shift
Ability to Relocate:
- Mc Elhattan, PA 17748: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $63,000