DMS Microprocessor Technician

Milliken & Company; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Milliken & Company is seeking a Microprocessor Technician to join our engineering services team in Georgia. You will troubleshoot and maintain plant electrical, instrument, HVAC, and process-control systems while supporting PLC upgrades and digital transformation initiatives.

The role reports to the Engineering Services Leader and requires a two-year degree in electrical/electronics or equivalent, plus PLC/DCS familiarity. Schedules are 7am–5pm, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Two year electrical, electronics, or electro-mechanical degree or equivalent.
• Ability to read P&ID and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and PLCs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, upgrade, and improve PLCs and their programming.
• Troubleshoot electrical and electronic components throughout the facility.
• Participate in digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Self-directed

Innovative thinker

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree in electrical/electronics

Tools

PLC programming

P&ID reading

Job description

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leaderwhose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. Fromindustry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products thatenhance people's lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken's curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagramand LinkedIn.

Milliken & Company

Microprocessor Technician

Job Description / Qualifications/ Responsibilities

Job Description

The Microprocessor Technician reports to the Engineering Services Leader and performs maintenance activity for plant electrical, instrument, HVAC, communications, weighing systems, and process control systems.

Overview

The Microprocessor Technician's primary responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical and electronic components throughout the facility, including auxiliary equipment. This position is responsible for maintaining, upgrading, and improving PLCs and their programming and participating in improvement initiatives involving the digital transformation of Duncan Stewart.

Schedule

7am - 5pm M-F with weekends and evenings as needed

Job Requirements

• Actively participate in the Duncan Stewart safety process. This includes complying with all safety rules and procedures, being active on a safety team, and achieving 100% in Safey Engagement.
• Work the scheduled hours.
• Be available for after hour support on weekend / evenings as required.
• Able to interact effectively with management, staff, vendors, customers, and work independently, and/or as part of a team.

Required General Skills

• Strong problem solving, technical and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to function in a self-directed environment as well as work in teams
• Innovative thinker who is positive, proactive, and readily embraces change.
• Ability to communicate professionally during all interfaces.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Required Technical Skills

• 2 year electrical, electronics, or electro-mechanical degree from an accredited school or a demonstrated equivalent.
• Be able to read and understand P&ID and electrical drawings.
• Ability to size conductors as well as install rigid or flexible conduit associated with field instrumentation installations.
• Basic understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and PLC's and the I/O's that interface with the field instrumentation.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and be capable of using industrial motorized equipment including lift trucks, boom lifts, etc.
• Have a basic knowledge of industrial processes to include drive systems, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to operate Powered Indistrial Equipment (lift truck, walk behind lift, pallet jack)

Preferred Technical Experience

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in an industrial environment.
• PLC programming including graphic interfaces

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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