Controls Specialist VBC (Nights)

Ensures that all equipment is running in a safe and efficient manner. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Controls Technician is responsible for electrical control systems on all production/support equipment and machinery.  Must be proficient at troubleshooting/repairing all aspects of electrical control systems and electrical components for production equipment and machinery. This position requires a person that is very hands-on and assertive in driving continuous improvement activities pertaining to production equipment. 

·       Work to effectively troubleshoot technical issues both related to maintenance and in emergency situations; Troubleshooting electrical, motor and control problems.

·       Proficiency/Experience in FactoryTalk, RSLinx, RSLogix 5000 and RSLogix 500

·       Ability to modify ladder logic programming

·       Read and understand ladder logic and electrical schematics

·       Strong knowledge of Allen Bradley HMIs and PLCs, relays, logic diagrams, etc..

·       Assist Maintenance with electrical and control support

·       Be responsible for supporting, creating, integrating, troubleshooting and improving a variety of processing and packaging control systems.

·       Responsible for reduction in downtime Work with Maintenance Manager/Supervisors to develops plans to reduce downtime in the area.

·       Familiar with AC / DC Motor Controls. Variable Frequency Drives.

·       Work with engineering and maintenance teams to modify control systems in order to improve operations 

Participates as a member of the team.  Participates in ongoing development, communication and implementation of team concepts, programs and policies; coordinates work to ensure best practices with all team members.  Attends appropriate team meetings.  As a member of the team, fosters strong cohesiveness regarding all major issues; e.g., direction, annual plan, budget, policy changes, etc.  Accepts responsibility to quickly identify any areas that lack cohesiveness, bringing them to the attention of the team leader and works with the team in a supportive manner to resolve issues and actively look for ways, and reinforce actions needed, to achieve synergy possible within the larger organization. 

Simmons operating systems principles and objectives:  Is familiar with Simmons’ established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position’s role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas. 

Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the Electrician and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position. 

Physical Activities:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and walk. Enters and locates information on a computer.  Visually verifies information, often in small print.  Must be able to manually lift or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work in extreme temperatures, on feet for entire shift. Must be able to work in cramped, enclosed, elevated, wet, dirty area with a noise level above 90 decibels.  

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Steel toed shoes, ear plugs, hair net, hard hat and other PPE as required in appropriate environment. 

Travel: N/A

Technical Experience: Industrial controls experience/skills. Knowledge of RSLogix 500 and 5000 as well as FactoryTalk is required. ABB knowledge is a plus. 

Industry Experience:  Preference for food manufacturing organization. 

Minimum Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent. 

Preferred Education:  Some college and/or Tech School graduate.

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