Electrical Controls Tech I or II

Rockline Industries, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k match

Job summary

Rockline Industries, Inc. in Kentucky seeks an experienced Electronics/Automation Technician to support daily manufacturing operations.

You will troubleshoot equipment, tune controls, and install new manufacturing equipment, while coordinating with the Operations and HPOT teams to maximize uptime. The role requires understanding PLC ladder logic, HMI and vision systems, plus hands-on experience with AB ControlLogix and other controls platforms.

Qualifications

• AS Electronics Technology or 2-year electronics training, or equivalent.
• 3 years' experience with automation and controls equipment including AB ControlLogix and at least one other controls platform.
• Understand PLC ladder logic, HMI, and vision system programming.
• Knowledge of robotic programming and 24VDC systems; ability to modify control systems.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and in accordance with facility safety guidelines and procedures.
• Provide daily process support to Operations and HPOT teams.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues; implement repairs up to program modification.
• Modify existing logic and write new programs as projects mandate.
• Install and tune manufacturing equipment; support documentation for operations.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC ladder logic

Vision system programming

Robotic programming

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

AS Electronics Technology or 2-year electronics training or equivalent

Tools

AB ControlLogix

HMI

Vision systems

24VDC systems

Job description

• Medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
• 401k w/company match.
• FLSA: Non-Exempt.

Essential Accountabilities:

• Work safely and in accordance with facility safety guidelines and procedures.
• Work directly with and provide daily process support to the Operations Team and HPOT teams.
• 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.
• Facilitate the procurement and or development of equipment and process documentation necessary to support the manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems and determine causes in order to implement necessary repair up to and including program modification.
• Modifies existing logic and writing as projects mandate.
• Responsible for tuning modifying and installing new manufacturing equipment.
• Must be flexible in work schedule to support equipment downs or to provide backup shift coverage support on an as needed basis.
• Demonstrate commitment to Rockline’s RRITE Values of Renew, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence.
• 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.
• Contribute to a cooperative working effort by demonstrating a willingness to perform other job-related work, as needed or requested.

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).

Required Skills:

Minimum of an AS Electronics Technology, a 2-year electronics training program, or equivalent plus 3 years experience with automation and controls equipment including but not limited to AB Control Logix and at least one other controls platform. 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.

• 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.

Come be a part of the People Who Make It Right!

Rockline is a smoke-free & tobacco-free workplace.
FLSA: Non-exempt.

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