Controls Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Title : Controls Technician

Location : Richmond, IN

Job Type : FTE / Permmanent

Summary :

The Controls Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, support, and improvement of the facility's plant floor control system. This includes acting as a liaison with outside integrators and contractors to ensure the facility's business needs are met on time and within budget, training maintenance resources and operating technicians during the startup of new or modified control systems, and providing technical support when issues exceed the maintenance team's ability to resolve. This position will also provide innovation and support for continuous improvement projects.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

• Manage Input / Output checkout for new projects and process improvements.
• Maintain and modify PLC programs to support the day-to-day operation of the facility.
• Work on Continuous Improvement projects throughout the entire plant and troubleshoot system failures when they occur.
• Support the implementation of PLC programs for projects.
• Install and use WonderWare SCADA software to support plant projects.
• Maintain and upgrade the plant SCADA System.
• Manage change control and ensure the validation of plant PLC's and SCADA system remains current.
• Work closely with Maintenance and Operator Technician teams to assure proper training in the use of plant control systems.
• Collaborate with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) and Consultants to resolve system-related issues.
• Provide on-call support for on-shift technical resources.
• Work with the Network Administrator to maintain the Facility Controls Network (hardware and software).
• Understand and align with company policies, safety standards, and industry best practices. Identify and report any operational or safety issues.

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