Automation Controls Technician
Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Dillon
Posted on: April 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Perdue Foods is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company
heading into its second century of growth and innovation. With a
goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins, we
create products for consumers and for retail and foodservice
customers around the globe, while changing the way animals are
raised for food.SummaryThe Automation/Controls Technician is
responsible for troubleshooting and performing preventative
maintenance on various building systems, production equipment,
conveyers, automation equipment and robotic equipment. This
position is responsible for installing, maintaining, repairing,
troubleshooting, programming, and modifying controls and automation
systems.Principal and Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesProposing,
specifying, designing, programming, and implementing electrical
controls and automation systems for a manufacturing facility.Review
technical specifications and schematics for new equipment to ensure
that sound engineering practices are followed, and that Machine
Build Standards, NEC, and OSHA requirements are met.Review and
modify existing equipment as required to meet safety and ergonomic
requirements.Perform system evaluations, electrical design, and
automation system programming support for all plant manufacturing
operations.Perform root-cause analysis, troubleshoot, repair, and
maintain mechanical and electrical equipment such as: blending,
conveying, filling, packaging, coding/printing compressed air,
vacuum, hydraulic and refrigeration systems.Upgrading of existing
equipment and integration of existing equipment with new
automation. Alterations to existing manuals and wiring diagrams,
implementation of training packages for equipment altered.Competent
and capable with high-voltage wiring and multi-craft repair.
Troubleshoot electrical wiring, relay logic, control, and safety
circuits.Troubleshoot electronic boards, PLC s, touch screens, VFD
s, HMI displays, contactors and motors.Minimum EducationEducation
and/or a combination of education and experience equivalent to an
Associate s Degree in Electrical Engineering Technology,
Automation, or related discipline and 1-3 years of automation
maintenance and/or automation projects in an industrial
environment, preferably in a food manufacturing
environment.Electrical certification, maintenance manufacturing
experience, technical school training or welding
experienceUnderstanding PLC
Design, Programming, Installation, Operation, Maintenance and
Troubleshooting.Experience Requirements4 plus years
experience.Reading, writing, math and analytical skills required.
Valid drivers license (Class C) required.Required skills may also
include trouble shooting switches, 3 phase motor and service light
fixtures and ballasts.Experience PreferredEnvironmental Factors and
Physical RequirementsMust be able to move throughout assigned areas
of responsibility carrying required equipment and tools to perform
trouble shooting procedures, repairs and preventative maintenance.
Must be able to reach vertical heights up to 150' to perform
repairs, preventative maintenance and monitor equipment both open
and in confined spaces. Must be able to work outside in all
seasonal weather, stand for 8 to 14 hours. Exposure to air born
dust, chemicals, such as hexane, caustic sode, butanone, ethanol
and aluminum chloride. When in a plant environment: Exposure
primarily consists of wet and moist floors which include metal and
plastic grating surfaces. May be exposed to temperatures of 28
degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100%
humidity. May handle product 25 degrees to 50 degrees Fahrenheit.
May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db. to 110 db. May be exposed
to all chemicals used in poultry, food, processing facility. Must
wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job
as directed by the Company. May need to climb ladders.Perdue Farms,
Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran
status.
Keywords: Perdue Farms, Fayetteville , Automation Controls Technician, Professions , Dillon, North Carolina
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