Electrical Cont Tech II

Rockline Industries, Inc.; Springdale, Northern (AR, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockline Industries, Inc. in Springdale, AR seeks an Electronics/Automation Technician to support daily plant operations, troubleshoot equipment, and help implement process improvements. You will work with AB ControlLogix and other controls platforms, performing ladder logic, HMI, and vision system tasks.

Qualifications include an AS Electronics Technology and 1 year of automation experience, plus the ability to work in a safety‑driven plant environment and support shift coverage when needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum AS Electronics Technology or 2 year electronics training with 1 year automation experience.
• Basics of PLC ladder logic, HMI and Vision system programming required or preferred.
• Familiarity with AB ControlLogix and at least one other controls platform.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily process support to Operations and HPOT teams.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; implement repairs and minor program changes.
• Assist with documentation for equipment and processes to support operations.
• Support safety and reliability in the plant electrical distribution and controls.
• Flexibly cover shifts as needed to assist equipment down times.

Skills

Automation and controls

AB ControlLogix

PLC ladder logic

HMI

Vision system programming

Robotic programming

24VDC systems

Education

AS Electronics Technology

Job description

Work safely and in accordance with facility safety guidelines and procedures.
2. Work directly with and provide daily process support to the Operations Team and HPOT teams.
3. Provide technical support for troubleshooting equipment and process related issues as well as continuous improvement of converting processes and equipment. This includes, but is not limited to plant electrical distribution systems, equipment or process control systems, electrical circuits, motors and drives.
4. Facilitate the procurement and or development of equipment and process documentation necessary to support the manufacturing operations.
5. Troubleshoot equipment problems and determine causes in order to implement necessary repair up to and including program modification.
6. Must be flexible in work schedule to support equipment downs or to provide backup shift coverage support on an as needed basis.
7. Demonstrate commitment to Rockline’s RRITE Values of Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence.
8. Associates have a direct and important role in ensuring that all work is performed in a safe manner. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of each associate’s essential accountabilities.
9. Contribute to a cooperative working effort by demonstrating a willingness to perform other job-related work, as needed or requested.
10. Shows initiative in gaining and maintaining the skills, abilities, and knowledge required to perform this position in at least a fully-qualified and satisfactory manner

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of an AS Electronics Technology, a 2 year electronics training program and 1 year experience with automation and controls equipment including but not limited to AB Control Logix and at least one other controls platform or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must understand the basics of PLC ladder logic, HMI and Vision system programming. Knowledge of robotic programming, 24VDC systems and the ability to make minor modifications to control systems (timers, counters, constants, etc.) preferred.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate face-to-face and over the phone
• Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent standing, bending, twisting, kneeling, climbing, pushing/pulling and reaching, as well as occasional sitting.
• Work environment includes occasional noise >85db, hot and cold temperatures and some fumes/odors.
• Ability to work on ladders and at heights required for the installation of equipment.
• Requires ability to read write, calculate, interact socially, and reason.
• Requires good visual acuity with depth perception and color vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Production area, machines operating, material movement

This position is designated as a Safety-Sensitive (A safety- sensitive position is one in which the associate’s inability or impaired ability to perform their job-related tasks could result in a direct threat to the associate’s Safety or the safety of others).

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