Objective of the position: Troubleshoot and program equipment using Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) using Siemens and Allen Bradley machinery.

Essential Duties: The position ensures that:

Create backup data for PLC and peripheral equipment and maintain backup location for programs
Responsible for maintaining 5S in department and periodically participating with audit process
Prepare and develop work/design for new product launch
Set up control programs on operator panels
Troubleshoot electrical problems on automated equipment. Maintain and modify existing systems
Updates PLC and operator panel programs to reflect changes in process or part numbers

Secondary Duties: The position incumbent ensures that:

Conduct all business-related activities for, and on behalf of, Purem within the limits of applicable local, state and federal legal requirements
Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and follows all ENA policies related to TS 16949 and ISO 14001; looks for way to improve and promote quality

Recruitment Profile:

Professional background/Basic qualification/Work experience:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a 4 year college or technical school
Minimum five years’ related experience in maintenance or programming role
Strong knowledge of electrical engineering design in the field of industrial automation, troubleshooting and servicing
Minimum two years’ experience in industrial automotive plant environment
Minimum two years’ experience with principle PLC manufacturers such as Allen-Bradley, GE Fanuc, or Siemens. Siemens preferred.
Knowledge of electrical and safety design standards (NFPCA, NEC, IEC/EN 62061, etc.) required a plus

Technical Expertise:

Ability to apply mathematical concepts, and operations, including calculations, percentages etc.
Analytical-synthesize complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Designs work flows and procedures
Business acumen- Understands business implications of decisions
Knowledge of continuous improvement of products for manufacturability
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals , mechanical systems, automotive systems, and exhaust systems
Knowledge of federal and state regulations

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PLC Technician