POSITION TITLE: Technician, Automation Controls
REPORTING TO: Maintenance Supervisor
LOCATION: St. Albans, VT
About the role:
This position is responsible for troubleshooting and leading the effort to identify if the problem is mechanical, electrical or from the computer systems controlling the process; all aspects related to the factory maintenance strategy and will execute activities according to factory and corporate standards, specifications, local codes, and regulations.
SHIFT HOURS: Sunday Monday and Tuesday 7:00pm -7:15am and Wednesday 7:00pm - 1:15am SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: 10% hourly rate OR Thursday 1:00am - 7:15am and Thursday Friday and Saturday 7:00pm - 7:15am. SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: 20% hourly rate
Key responsibilities include:
- Observe all safety, sanitation, GMP and HACCP requirements
- Perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, monitor automated systems, isolate problems and perform repairs.
- Strong skill set with AB programmable logic controllers (PLC5, SLC500, Microogix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix), (Siemens S7 a Plus) as well as Human Interface (HMIs) such as AB PanelView, FactoryTalk View ME and SE.
- Ability to configure, test, troubleshoot and commission AB, ABB and Siemens VFDs.
- Configure, troubleshoot, and commission PLC and HMI based control systems with the ability to make minor programming changes.
- Direct and oversee the maintenance of programs for PLCs and PCs coordinating with Process Engineers, Project Engineers, Information Technology staff, and Production and Maintenance personnel.
- Support the development and design of future system installations.
- Educate and guide mechanics with their ability to troubleshoot automated and electrical systems to prevent unnecessary downtime.
- Understanding of industrial power circuits, installation practices, and general OSHA safety practices.
- Understand the plant electrical criteria, standards and company guidelines.
- Ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate instrumentation such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, level switches, valve actuators and positioners and weighting systems.
- Enforce PLC/HMI policy/procedures.
- Document system modifications in order to maintain an accurate registry of modifications.
About you:
- Associates degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical degree, preferred
- At least 3 [years of related automation experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs, and general control system design. Experience in food industry is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of industrial automation systems, including HMI and SCADA systems, Allen-Bradley controls/controllers, Siemens and PLCs
- Experience with Allen-Bradley (PLC5, SLC500, Microogix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix) PLCs, PanelView/PanelviewPlus HMIs, Industrial Communication Networks (Ethernet, EthenetI/P, DeviceNet, DH+, etc.) is required
- Experience with FactoryTalk Suite, Wonderware Suite, and VisualBasic/C#/Java is a plus.
- Ability to lead a team and accomplish project goals effectively as needed
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and deadlines
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Team-oriented and collaborative
- Ability to stand on concrete floor for long periods of time
- Bend, squat, stretch and reach frequently
- Ability to climb stairs, often
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50lbs, often
- Comfortable working at heights
- Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions and temperatures in the facility
- Noise level can exceed 0.85 decibels
What you can expect from Barry Callebaut:
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- 12 paid holidays, generous PTO, plus your birthday off
- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility
- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC! Just ask our champions with the Americas Women's Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
- Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all of our products.