Controls System Technician

ThyssenKrupp North America; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Shift Premium

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(K) Plan with Company Match

Job summary

A global technology company in Danville, Illinois seeks a dedicated Controls System Technician. This role involves supporting the Operations team with installations and troubleshooting of production machinery, emphasizing safety. Candidates should have an Associate's degree in Industrial Technology or equivalent experience, and proficiency in electrical troubleshooting, CNC systems, and robotic diagnostics is essential. Competitive benefits include performance bonuses, PTO, and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent; two years military education acceptable.
• Ability to read and comprehend safety and operating guidelines.
• Knowledge of advanced mechanical systems and hydraulics.

Responsibilities

• Support Operations team with electrical maintenance of machinery.
• Install, troubleshoot, and repair production machinery and control systems.
• Advocate for safety by reporting hazards and wearing PPE.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Diagnostic Testing

CNC Systems

Robotics

Safety Compliance

Education

Associate's degree in Industrial Technology

Mechatronics Certificate

Tools

SAP

MRO Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company

thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is one of the world's automotive industry leading partners for development and manufacturing of highly complex, state-of-the-art drivetrain technologies for both combustion engines and electric motors. Worldwide, 10 locations with 3,800 employees produce over 25 million drivetrain components per year. The product portfolio includes camshafts and cylinder head cover modules for the valve train as well as rotor shafts for battery electric vehicles.

Our electrical A/C compressor, designed for the natural refrigerant CO2, sets new standards in efficient and sustainable thermal management.

With precision and passion, we are enabling our customers in the automotive industry to achieve their emission and sustainability targets for more than 30 years.

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components. This year, 82% of employees said it's a great place To Work 25 points higher than the average U.S. company. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

Responsibilities

Summary:

As a Controls System Technician, you will support the Operations team in the electrical maintenance of facility production equipment. You will install, troubleshoot, and repair all production related machinery, electrical systems, control sub-systems, and electrical and electronic systems. This position requires a strong commitment to safety as well as demonstrating exemplary safety behavior for colleagues.

Key Deliverables:

The Controls System Technician serves as an engaged and trusted source in the organization. PM Completion, Lessons Learned, CM to PM Work Orders, and Work Order Completion measure success in this role. Key deliverables to ensure success are listed below:

• Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Has authority to stop processes to correct quality, safety or environmental problems, identify and place suspect product on quality hold, and to promptly notify Supervisory personnel when processes become noncompliant.
• Creates and conducts preventative and predictive maintenance tasks.
• Accurately diagnose equipment problems, implement appropriate solutions and affirm continued effectiveness of repairs and maintenance.
• Run diagnostic tests on malfunctioning equipment to determine whether problem is software, hardware, or operator/process related.
• Diagnostics and repair in all areas of ABB, Fanuc, Epson, etc., (robotics).
• Diagnostics and repair in all areas of Computerized Numerical Control Systems, including Siemens, Osai, etc.
• Restore a CNC system from various backup media, utilizing documented procedures.
• Diagnostics and repair in all areas of Motion Controls Systems including Siemens, Baumuller, Stromag, Indramat, etc including optimization of control loop components and parameters.
• Restore a complete Motion Control system from various backup media, utilizing documented procedures.
• Diagnostics and repair of all Process Control Systems.
• Configure, diagnose, and repair RFID systems.
• Configure, diagnose, and repair Industrial Vision Systems, including Cognex, Banner, Keyence, Winkhaus, NeuroCheck, etc.
• Recognize and repair damaged electrical equipment before it results in lost production time; including but not limited to: light barrier mirrors, cables, proximity switches, relays, and motors.
• Installation and repair in accordance with provided schematics and blueprints for electrical equipment.
• Maintain labor and work history reporting into CMMS work-order forms on a daily basis.
• Work individually or within cross-functional teams in order to perform all maintenance and repair duties.
• Respond to all customers both internal and external with a sense of urgency and professionalism.
• Ability to train others.
• Train all Machine Operators in the specifics of maintaining the machines and equipment.
• Participate in work/process studies and trials for Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the specification, design and installation of specialty tools and equipment.
• Contribute toward the development of work instructions and maintenance procedures.
• Maintain high housekeeping and 6S standards at all times and in all areas including the workshop, personal toolbox and job site during and at completion of all tasks.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, a successful candidate will be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school. Associates in Industrial Technology preferred. In lieu of degree, two years of documented military education from a technical school in relevant electronic or mechanical areas is acceptable; 2 years or more related experience and/or training preferred. Mechatronics Certificate preferred.
• Language: Must have the ability to read and comprehend company policies and guidelines pertaining to safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine work activity and failure reports, basic work instructions and correspondence. Must have the ability to speak respectfully and effectively to customers and other employees.
• Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of SAP Integrated Business software. Must be able to learn and use MRO Maximo Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Microsoft Office Suites software and Microsoft Explorer browser in a windows operating system. Mechanical equipment includes, but is not limited to state-of-the-art mechanical systems, advanced hydraulics, high speed spindles, assembly presses, conveyor systems, pneumatic systems, harmonic gear reducers, advanced measuring systems and laser alignment equipment.
• Travel: up to 5%, including International

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Eligibility of 6% of your base salary!
• $1.50 Shift Premium; $3,120 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Perfect Attendance Bonus; $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Performance Productivity Bonus, $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplier Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
• Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Marathon Health for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
• 401(K) Plan with 5% Company match!

Contact

We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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