Automation Control Technician - Week Nights

Utz Snacks; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Automation/Electrical Control Technician to enhance their production capabilities. This role involves designing, installing, and maintaining electrical systems crucial for manufacturing operations. You'll leverage your expertise with programmable controllers and HMI systems to troubleshoot and repair various equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The position offers the chance to work independently and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing is required.
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills for electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment including motor controls and PLCs.
• Develop electrical design standards and integrate new equipment.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

5+ years of experience in food manufacturing

Tools

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

HMI systems

Electrical schematics

Electronic test equipment

Job description

Description

Join the Utz Quality Foods team as an Automation/Electrical Control Technician and take your skills to the next level! We’re looking for a talented, hands-on professional to design, install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the electrical systems that power our production and facility equipment. You’ll bring your expertise with programmable controllers, HMI’s, and control system design to keep our operations running smoothly. This role offers the opportunity to work independently and requires some flexibility to work off shifts and at other local plant locations as needed. If you're ready to make an impact and join a leading snack food company, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair manufacturing equipment, including motor controls, DC/AC drives, frying and baking equipment, sheeters, extruders, temperature instrumentation, burner systems, packaging machines, electronic scales, and programmable logic controllers.
• Review and modify existing equipment as needed to meet safety, quality, and production requirements.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot and repair PC and PLC-controlled equipment and components.
• Program, troubleshoot, and repair/replace sensors, scanners, vision systems, motors, variable frequency drives, and encoders.
• Perform control system upgrades and integrate new or existing equipment.
• Develop electrical design standards and create electrical requirements.
• Select and operate necessary hardware and software for the development of control systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical wiring, relay logic, control, and safety circuits using electrical schematics and electronic test equipment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance processes, efficiency, quality, and service.

Required Skills

• 5+ years of prior experience, preferably in the food manufacturing industry.
• Experience managing large-scope projects and capital improvements.
• Working knowledge of diverse business functions, including manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, and preventative maintenance.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead and professionally develop others.
• Knowledge of safety and quality control procedures.
• Familiarity with Human Resources practices and policies.