Are you looking for a rewarding Engineering Job? If so, Agri-Cover, Inc., an aftermarket automotive manufacturer is looking for an Automation Specialist in our Jamestown, ND location.
Summary:
Handle the manufacturing automation processes and task, typically with automation software tools.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for the development, testing, and deployment of automated processes, as well as maintenance of existing processes.
Responsible for automation processes in the plant, this includes implementation, expansions, maintenance, base information, and all upgrades.
Provide technical expertise and support to employees, engineering staff, and management, including but not limited to troubleshooting, material handling, safety procedures, and a broad range of the company’s automation applications.
Coordinate and provide instruction on key programs and procedures.
Must have exposure to SCADA system products and service offerings, including knowledge of radio/telemetry and Modbus communications protocols.
Ensure compliance through training and inspections with all applicable regulations, electrical safety programs, OSHA, NFPA70E, work practices and industry/site specific work rules.
Validate proper function of automated applications and work with engineering and leadership to ensure that automated applications operate per specified requirements.
Liaison with other departments as necessary.
Provide open feedback as issues with various products arise.
Propose solutions to problems in an open reporting environment.
Work with departments to help resolve issues in a timely manner, consistent with policies, regulations, and/or customer needs.
Works within expense limits established.
Coordinates special projects as directed by the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.
Assists in monitoring all automation work performed by outside contractors.
Work with team members to maximize productivity and efficiencies.
Perform minor maintenance and cleaning of automation equipment and work area in accordance with company standards and manufactures machine recommendations.
Ability to inspect automated manufactured parts with precision inspection equipment.
Maintain records and perform calculations s needed for process/equipment.
Responsible for monitoring and maintain all automated machines to keep manufacturing from breaking down.
Implements improvements.
Other duties may be assigned.
QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2 years’ experience or associate degree in automation, controls, or instrumentation with 2 years’ experience.
Visit our website and apply online at www.agricover.com/careers/.