Automation Technician

blountfinefoods; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

401k with Company match

Paid time off

Education Assistance Program

Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

Discounts on Blount products

Discretionary Annual Bonus Program

Job summary

Blountfinefoods in Fall River, MA is seeking a skilled technician for PLC programming on second shift, from 3pm to 11pm. The role involves maintaining automation and control systems, performing inspections, and assisting in operator training.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience and a relevant degree, along with a strong technical background in the manufacturing environment.

The company offers a robust benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in programming automation and control systems.
• Skilled in creating and reading logic and flow diagrams.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Create, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC programming.
• Perform routine inspections on manufacturing machines.
• Assist in training and development of operators and technicians.

Skills

PLC programming

Mechanical/Electrical skills

Preventive/Predictive maintenance

Technical troubleshooting

Database administration

Education

BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering

Job description

The salary rang e for this opportunity is $75,000-$80,000/year.

THIS POSITION IS SECOND SHIFT, 3pm-11pm

This position will be responsible for programming automation and control systems involving PLC’s (programmable logic controllers). Must be able to create and read logic and flow diagrams for programming, simulation, and testing.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC programming for all manufacturing equipment.
• Perform routine inspections on manufacturing machines.
• Maintain equipment as required by the preventive Maintenance Program.
• Assists maintenance in identifying and scoping control systems related projects.
• Monitor line parameters and machine faults during the day to proactively maintain equipment.
• Manage Software Factory Talk Metrics / Historian in order to provide production reports.
• Maintains an up-to-date and complete set of as-built electrical and controls documentation.
• Perform database administration on Factory Talk databases in order to keep the metrics software functioning.
• Assists in training and development of machine operators and maintenance technicians for equipment and process controls operation.
• Assists on plant capital projects as needed.
• Design and manage production fiber optic network.
• Contributes to plant wide initiatives as assigned.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Monitor system to ensure all systems are functioning correctly
• Technical skills in maintenance work systems, preventive / predictive maintenance.
• Conduct required inspections and reporting.
• Evaluate and report equipment condition.
• Troubleshoot all associated equipment
• Provide 24 hour service
• Fine tune equipment and controls to optimize energy savings
• Provide documentation for compliance records
• Order repair parts and maintain adequate supply of components needed.
• Maintain housekeeping and clean up of associated wiring and components.
• Assist in managing outside contractors conducting service, repair and new contract work.
• Good planning and priority setting skills.

Experience / Education

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar position with advanced technical skills in the mechanical/electrical fields in a manufacturing environment.
• A BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering is desired.

Our Total Compensation Package Includes

• Medical, dental and vision benefits.
• 401k with Company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
• Discounts on Blount products at Company retail location.
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.