Industrial Controls Technician

We are searching for an Industrial Controls Technician (ICT). This position will perform under minimal supervision. The ICT maintains production equipment. This will include, but is not limited to repair, P.M. controls, Calibrations electrical and troubleshooting. Working with engineering, maintenance, and approved vendors to install a wide variety of complex electronic equipment including but not limited to Automatic, machine and process controls, like AB PLC, HMI Platforms, Robots, Camera systems, network communication system etc. All tasks must be performed while supporting the policies, procedures, goals and objectives of the plant engineering/facilities department and the Company. This position reports directly to the Engineering Manager.

• Perform hands on complex repairs/adjustments.
• Provides hands on technical support to manufacturing, which includes troubleshooting and repairing equipment with older controls and installation of new controls.
• Ensure that the machines PROGRAMS are backed up and stored in the ICT DATA base.
• Provides support for engineering on special projects, equipment failures, and upgrading machines as needed.
• Maintains equipment used to perform job duties in good working order and is responsible for materials used in repair of equipment and special projects.
• Communicates between other mechanics, supervisors, engineering personnel, quality control, and managers.
• Troubleshoots equipment and makes repairs as necessary.
• May replace gears, cams, chain drives, etc.
• Performs any other non-complex or complex mechanical problems as directed.
• Using calipers, micrometers, and other Experience working with technical equipment relating to electrical and electronic controls and the ability to understand, modify programs for programmable controllers.
• Performs electrical repairs such as replacing switches, fuses, relays, and motors (working with voltages from 24 VDC up to 600 VAC)
• This description outlines the major duties, relationships, and responsibilities assigned to this job. The incumbent may be called upon to perform other duties and functions as needed which may not detailed in this description.
• Responsible for keeping latest software version to support PLC for factory floor, change request should come by E-Mail from Maintenance E-Mail, Engineers, Managers, and coordinator.
• Ensure we have the latest rev on software for equipment
• Any other duties, as assigned.
• Experience working with technical equipment relating to electrical and electronic controls and the ability to understand, modify programs for programmable controllers.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with a wide range of personnel within the facility.
• Analytic skills and ability to troubleshoot PLC and repair on automation equipment & electromechanical equipment.
• Must be able to troubleshoot AC and DC, control system.
• Ability to Program HMI panel and different Types Mainly Allen Brady.
• Needs to have Knowledge to set up and program Servo Drives.
• Basic Knowledge of OSHA Standard practice on industrial Safety standard for PPE.
• Needs to have Electrical Panel Building skills
• Ability to calculate basic power loads and power drops for panel building
• Skills to know how to build with regulated and unregulated panel building.
• Skill in AutoCAD to create Electrical schematic
• Must know how to use a variety of equipment including oscilloscopes, all types of electronic testing equipment, etc.
• Must be able to read and understand electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematic diagrams and mechanical component drawings.
• Must have working knowledge of the fundamentals of the National Electrical Code.
• A moderate degree of visual effort necessary when working with precision equipment requiring close tolerances.
• Must provide basic complement of tools necessary to repair machinery.
• Must be able to use and properly read the following test equipment calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, levels, volt-ohm meters, amp meters, and pressure gauges.
• Must be familiar with, and able to safely operate the following power tools electric drill, saber saw, band saw, pedestal grinder, and belt sander.
• Must be familiar with, and able to safely work with electrical voltages from 24 VDC up to 600 VAC, air pressure up to 150 PSI, hydraulic pressure up to 2000 PSI.
• Ability to work without close supervision on day-to-day assignments and special projects.
• Must be able to see and differentiate colors and be able to pass a color blindness test.
• Must be able to pass full face respirator certification and wear respirator as needed.
• Must be able to operate a power lift if needed.
• 5 years' experience in an Industrial Controls Technician role, with progressive levels of responsibility.
• Associate Degree in Electronics or 5 years in workforce equivalent desired.
• Must have hands on experience in programming and troubleshooting PLC's.
• Training of the following knowledge with ROBOT operation or programming & MUST have hand on knowledge in the following, Allen Bradley Programming in 500 & controls logic and RS Logic.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English.
  
  
  

Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award.

We appreciate diverse skills/experience and yours could add immense value to our team. Our customers have varied backgrounds and so do our employees. If you are excited about leaving your footprint on our technical customer-centric solutions while increasing sales, we would love to hear from you.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at reasonableaccommodation@saft.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Saft is a global battery company like no other. Thanks to our historical expertise, combined with our unique industrial approach, we have a leading position in meeting the demands of our customers. Our batteries and battery systems make a difference for all the market sectors they serve. Established in 19 countries and supported by our 16 production sites, Saft has more than 4,000 employees across the planet and have been manufacturing batteries for more than 100 years. Since 2016, Saft is a wholly owned subsidiary of TotalEnergies, a broad energy company that produces and markets energies on a global scale oil and biofuels, natural gas and green gases, renewables, and electricity. Their 105,000 employees are committed to energy that is ever more affordable, cleaner, more reliable, and accessible to as many people as possible. The Company is active in more than 130 countries and puts sustainable development in all its dimensions at the heart of its projects and operations to contribute to the well-being of people.

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