Automation & Controls Associate

GAF Materials Corp.; Fort Worth, Town of Texas (TX, WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Vacation packages

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. seeks a Controls Associate to learn and develop toward a Controls Specialist/Engineer role.

This 24-month assignment builds knowledge in design, installation, and upkeep of industrial control systems in a continuous process environment, with the aim to transition to a Controls Specialist or Engineer upon successful completion. The candidate will be evaluated by the Operations Technology Group and receive a skills matrix to master during the assignment.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• Some knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Allen Bradley PowerFlex variable frequency drives.
• HMI development experience - FTView and/or Wonderware.
• Experience with maintaining production networks, including servers and managed switches.
• Knowledge of electrical components, electrical power distribution systems, PLCs, instrumentation, and variable speed AC drives.
• Demonstrated process control experience in defining, designing, installing, and maintaining control logic systems and equipment in a continuous process manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Some knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Allen‑Bradley Kinetix servo drives.
• Controls experience with a continuous web handling operation.
• Experience with DC drives.
• Some exposure to configuring and troubleshooting Allen‑Bradley safety PLCs, I/O, and STO hardware.

Responsibilities

• Gain experience with design and installation of electrical/electronic equipment.
• Acquiring knowledge of PLC programming and Rockwell Automation software.
• Acquiring knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Rockwell VFD drives.
• Acquiring knowledge of HMI development.
• Periodically investigate and analyze electrical/electronic-based problems in production operations and take corrective action.
• Coordinate with maintenance planner to schedule electrical projects within PMD.
• Contribute to capital projects initiated by on-site engineering resources or the corporate Controls Team.
• Direct the work of outside contractors and maintenance staff during project installation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

PowerFlex VFDs

FTView

Wonderware

Rockwell Automation software

Kinetix servo drives

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary

The Controls Associate position will be responsible for learning all aspects associated with the Controls Specialist or Controls Engineer role. This assignment (not to exceed 24 months) serves as an opportunity for the candidate to develop their knowledge and expertise within Controls, with the intent to transition to a Controls Specialist or Controls Engineer role upon successful completion of the assignment. The candidate will be regularly evaluated by the Operations Technology Group to gauge their development progress. The candidate will be given a skills matrix that defines the skill they are expected to master during their time as a Controls Associate. The Controls Associate will be involved in electrical projects dealing with controls, data acquisition, and other related issues. The selected candidate will focus on developing their skills and expertise in the design, installation, and upkeep of industrial control systems in a continuous process environment.

Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Gain experience with design and installation of electrical/electronic equipment.
• Acquiring thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic and mechanical theories and principles.
• Acquiring and/or expanding knowledge in performing design calculations and preparing equipment or material specifications for electrical and electronic PLC based systems.
• Acquiring knowledge of PLC programming and Rockwell Automation software.
• Acquiring knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Rockwell VFD drives.
• Acquiring knowledge of HMI development.
• Acquiring knowledge of production network maintenance.
• Periodically investigate and make an analysis of electrical or electronic-based problems associated with the production operations, and take the appropriate action to correct these problems.
• Partner with maintenance planner to ensure electrical projects are properly scheduled on PMD’s, and partner with the maintenance engineer to develop a good electrical/electronic preventative maintenance system.
• Contribute to capital projects initiated by on-site engineering resources or the corporate Controls Team.
• Direct the work of outside contractors and maintenance staff during project installation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.

Preferred

• Some knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Allen Bradley PowerFlex variable frequency drives.
• HMI development experience - FTView and/or Wonderware.
• Experience with maintaining production networks, including servers and managed switches.
• Knowledge of electrical components, electrical power distribution systems, PLC’s, instrumentation, and variable speed AC drives.
• Demonstrated process control experience in defining, designing, installing, and maintaining control logic systems and equipment in a continuous process manufacturing environment.
• Effective communication skills.
• Some knowledge of configuring and troubleshooting Allen‑Bradley Kinetix servo drives.
• Controls experience with a continuous web handling operation.
• Experience with DC drives.
• Some exposure to configuring and troubleshooting Allen‑Bradley safety PLCs, I/O, and STO hardware.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Occasionally Move/Traverse - Frequently Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally Transport/Lifting - Frequently Transport/Carrying - Frequently Exerting Force/Pushing - Frequently Exerting Force/Pulling - Frequently Ascend/Descend - Frequently Balancing - Frequently Position Self/Stooping - Frequently Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently Position Self/Crouching - Frequently Position Self/Crawling - Frequently Reaching - Constantly Handling - Constantly Grasping - Frequently Feeling - Occasionally Communicate/Talking - Frequently Communicate/Hearing - Frequently Repetitive Motions - Frequently Coordination - Frequently Working Conditions Extreme cold - Frequently Extreme heat - Frequently Humid - Frequently Wet - Frequently Noise - Frequently Hazards - Frequently Temperature Change - Frequently Travel Requirements: May require occasional travel in connection to job duties as it relates to conferences, site visits, professional development or learning opportunities, etc. in which advanced notice of travel expectations/events will be provided.

Base Salary

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary Range: $68,000-$93,500

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

Privacy Notice Applicant Notice With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world. Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.