Automation Technician - Ames, IA

Barilla America, Inc; Ames; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player in the food sector is seeking an Automation Technician to ensure minimal downtime of machinery through effective troubleshooting and maintenance of automation and control systems. This role involves working closely with a team to enhance operational efficiency and support continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, various communication protocols, and a strong electrical background. Join a passionate team dedicated to nourishing the future and be part of a company that values diversity and inclusion.

Formación

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience, including automation.
• Ability to read and interpret IEC standard electrical drawings.

Responsabilidades

• Troubleshoot and maintain automation and controls systems.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production equipment.

Conocimientos

Troubleshooting Automation Issues

Allen Bradley PLCs

Ethernet IP

DeviceNet

ControlNet

Wonderware

Factory Talk View Studio HMIs

Electrical Theory

Preventative Maintenance

Continuous Improvement

Educación

AA Degree in Maintenance

Trade School Certificate

Herramientas

Allen Bradley PLC's RSLogix 5000

MS Office Suite

Electrical Instruments

Cognex Vision Systems

Descripción del empleo

About Barilla

At Barilla, we believe that every great journey begins with passion and a bold vision. From our humble beginnings in 1877 in a small shop in Parma, Italy, we've blossomed into a global leader in the food industry, guided by our commitment to progress and excellence.

Today, Barilla is an international group present in more than 100 countries and we are proud to be recognized as the world's top food company by reputation. With 20 beloved brands in our portfolio, we are world leader for pasta, the number one choice for ready-made sauces in Europe, leader for bakery products in Italy, and for crispbread across Scandinavia with Wasa.

Our success story is written by a passionate team of 9,000 dedicated employees across 30 plants and offices worldwide, all united by a shared mission to nourish the future with purpose and passion.

Job Purpose:

The Automation Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and maintenance of Automation and Controls systems in a dynamic environment requiring minimal downtime of the machinery.

Shift Information: 3:00pm - 11:00pm; Monday - Friday.

Key Accountabilities:

• Partner with Automation Professional to troubleshoot automation issues.
• Basic skills in using Allen Bradley PLC's RSLogix 5000, 500, 5, RSlinx, RSNetworx, and RSLinx.
• Experience with Ethernet IP, DeviceNet, ControlNet, Sercos, and Serial communication protocols.
• Experience with Wonderware and Factory Talk View Studio HMIs.
• Proficient in Windows PC use & MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to read and interpret IEC standard electrical drawings.
• Experience with installation & commissioning of low voltage (480VAC) AC & DC drives.
• Experience with temperature controllers & PID loops.
• Knowledge of electric theory and electrical calculations.
• Proficient in reading electrical drawings, identifying components and wiring, including PI & D diagrams.
• Ability to troubleshoot using electrical instruments and circuit knowledge, both 3-phase electrical systems & low voltage power systems.
• Ability to install, wire, and maintain relays, photo-eyes, switches, motors, VFDs, PLC I/O modules, and safety circuits.
• Ability to install and maintain metal detectors, checkweighers, and coding equipment.
• Identify improvements; program minor modifications in PLC logic and HMIs; manage program uploads/downloads.
• Lead and support Continuous Improvement and OEE efforts.
• Assist with safety work orders and support maintenance team during shifts.
• Assist in training maintenance technicians on PLC troubleshooting tools.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production and packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and VFDs issues throughout the plant.
• Complete projects and work orders as assigned.
• Collaborate with Processing and Packaging teams to ensure product flow and troubleshoot issues.
• Prioritize maintenance tasks and assist other technicians.
• Lead or assist in maintenance procedures with contractors/vendors.
• Maintain effective communication and teamwork within the plant.
• Support day and night shifts as needed.

Additional Information:

• AA degree in maintenance or equivalent trade school certificate preferred but not required.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing maintenance experience (mechanical and electrical), including automation and controls systems such as Allen Bradley PLCs, Wonderware, Rockwell HMIs, Cognex vision systems, Ethernet/IP, DeviceNet, VFDs, and motion controls. Basic MS Office knowledge is required.

Diverse candidates and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Barilla is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, providing equal employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, culture, ethnicity, nationality, faith, religion, gender, pregnancy, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran status, political opinions, health, or disability.