Automation Maintenance Technician

Link Snacks

Town of Minong (WI)

On-site

USD 64,000 - 73,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Link Snacks in Wisconsin seeks a PLC Technician to monitor, operate and optimize automated lines. You will troubleshoot, repair and analyze machine performance, using ladder logic and industrial software to keep production running.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation and continuous improvement, with a 5:00pm-5:15am shift on Fri–Sun and every other Thursday, plus a $5 shift differential added to base wages of $26–30/hour.

Qualifications

Associates degree or equivalent.
Proficient with industrial programming and PLC systems.
Experience with Wonderware and Allen-Bradley controls.

Responsibilities

Monitor and operate machines with minimal human intervention.
Troubleshoot, repair and report to management.
Follow safety SOPs and document work performed.
Maintain and update control system documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Detailed oriented

Digital tools

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Independent work

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

Wonderware Software

Allen-Bradley

Indra Works

Indra Logics

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Link Snacks, we show up hungry, roll up our sleeves, plaid or otherwise, and dive straight into the hard work. We don’t hide from challenges; we hunt them down. We push harder, move faster, and take the kinds of big swings that built this business in the North Woods of Wisconsin four decades ago.

We’re everyday people who deliver extraordinary results. Innovation, creativity, and urgency aren’t buzzwords, they’re expectations. And just like the real protein snacks we make across our global house of brands: Jack Link’s®, Lorissa’s™ Organic Snacks, Golden Island®, BiFi®, Peperami® and KOOEE!® to name a few, there’s nothing artificial about us. What you see is exactly what you get: humble, gritty, passionate people who show up every day ready to not just be a participate in the meat snack industry that the Link Family created, but to move faster, innovate harder and keep raising the bar so high, the rest of the world needs a ladder just to see it.

Dominating this space across the world takes a team. A team that runs together, succeeds together, and celebrates together. A team that’s full of relentless energy and spirit that can only be fueled by one thing: a fist full of our delicious meat snacks.

Real Meat Protein. Real People. Real Results. THAT is Link Snacks.

Job Description

Wage: $31-$35 Per hour ($26-$30 Base Wages, PLUS $5.00 Shift Differential)

Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and every other Thursday: 5:00pm-5:15am

PLC technicians must monitor and operate machines designed to perform tasks with minimal human intervention. Technicians check meters and gauges to verify that machines work properly and analyze the results to ensure they meet company standards. They also troubleshoot problems and perform repairs when machines develop problems, preferably while processes continue to run. Must also prepare reports for managers and recommend upgrades or changes to processes.

Job Related Skills/Responsibilities

Think critically to solve problems and be detail oriented.
Be comfortable using digital hardware and software.
Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
Report all accidents and deficiencies to the lead/foreman/supervisor.
Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.
Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.
Adhere to all company personnel policies.
Follow daily production schedule and help achieve specified goals.
Ensure product conforms to specifications.
Follow good manufacturing practices, along with company SOP’s and SSOP’s.
Use industrial programming skills to program, train, operate, and maintain automated equipment.
Self-Motivated to work independently with or without supervision with solid follow through.
Proficient understanding of ladder logic programming.
Maintain and update existing PLC / Controls system.
Work with Maintenance personnel to troubleshoot machine issues.
Research and integrate new systems and/or technology.
Maintain accurate records pertaining to work performed.

Administrative Skills

Able to organize and prioritize in a multi-tasking environment.
Able to effectively communicate using the English language (speak, read, and write).
Have general maintenance knowledge.
Able to follow instructions.
Able to perform general maintenance.
Have good problem-solving abilities.

Safety

Monitor Unsafe Behavior.
Follow all OSHA Guidelines.
Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to management.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
i. Earplug
ii. Hairnet
iii. Beard-net
iv. Protective eyewear
v. Slip resistant footwear
vi. Face Mask

Leadership

Build and support a culture at LSI which values Personnel Safety and Food Safety.
Must Demonstrate the Jack Link’s Values: Be Real – Relationship Driven – Stewardship – Speed Matters – Self Discipline – Show Awesome Character.
Build and support a culture of openness and accountability within (and out-side) the assigned department.
Demonstrate professionalism; encourage and insist on positive attitudes and behaviors from team members.
Encourage team member initiative and innovation and show recognition for effort and achievement.Create and cultivate positive work relationships at all levels of LSI.

Communication

Communicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner.
Ability to collaborate with remote employees and work as part of a team.
Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.
Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related-problems.

Qualifications

Associates Degree (or equivalent).

Proficient with industrial programming:
i. Wonderware Software
ii. Allen Brady (Logix 500, Logix, 5000, Studio 5000, Factory Talk ME)
iii. Bosch-Rexroth (Indra Works, Indra Logics)
Programs will be dependent on the area you will work in.
Proficient with Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Desired Qualifications

1-3+ years previous experience in automation.
Robotics/Automation specialization and training.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work environment is a plant / office setting with varying degrees of temperatures and noise levels. Exposure to manufacturing equipment movement and wet / slippery floors. Travel may be required.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Link Snacks provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.

E-VERIFY

Link Snacks is participant in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For information about the E-Verify program, please visit: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees

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