What are the responsibilities and job description for the PLC Supervisor position at Hydro Extrusion USA, LLC?
Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.
This position is located at: 249 S. 51st Ave
Phoenix, Arizona 85043
- Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
- Education Assistance
- Bonus Plan Eligibility
- Parental Leave
This position will lead a team of PLC technicians and collaborate with all levels of management. The primary responsibilities include developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting controls for both existing and new equipment. Additionally, this role will support the management of integrators for new business initiatives.
- HSD or GED.
- Minimum of five years of electrical controls experience.
- Minimum of two years of leadership experience.
- Fluent in English, both verbal and written.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical technology or engineering.
- Certification in Allen-Bradley PLCs (RS Logix / Studio 5000).
- Maintain PLC systems by ensuring backups of all programs are available and spare parts are stocked for existing systems.
- Work with maintenance technicians to troubleshoot instrument and PLC issues to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Collaborate with engineering personnel to determine routine changes to PLC and HMI programming.
- Work with maintenance technicians to support projects involving PLCs by overseeing contractors and/or independently writing PLC and HMI programs.
- Work with maintenance technicians to maintain and service electrical systems, including motors, air compressors, pumps, and AC/DC drives, diagnosing and resolving issues as needed.
- Design, size, and install industrial electrical systems, including advanced three-phase (460V and higher) electrical configurations.
- Perform precise mathematical calculations related to weight, volume, and distance to support electrical and mechanical operations.
- Apply logical and scientific reasoning to analyze complex technical problems and interpret nonverbal data such as formulas, equations, and graphs.
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Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.
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