Electrical Controls Technician

Carlisle Construction Materials; Franklin Park (IL); On-site; USD 46,838 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Construction Materials is seeking a Controls Technician in Franklin Park, IL. The role focuses on monitoring and improving the reliability of control systems on automated production equipment.

The technician will troubleshoot downtime events, support maintenance programs, and assist with hardware installation and upgrades. Strong PLC and electrical skills, plus familiarity with CMMS and SAP, are desired.

Qualifications

• Must have PLC programming knowledge and ability to troubleshoot PLC logic.
• Strong electrical/mechanical aptitude with experience in automated production.</br>Experience with Allen Bradley controls is preferred.
• Familiarity with CMMS, SAP, and basic MS Office tools for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve control system reliability for automated production equipment.
• Troubleshoot production downtime events and support preventive/predictive maintenance programs.
• Assist with installation coordination and upgrades of hardware.
• Maintain and calibrate electrical control components and HMIs/PLCs.
• Communicate issues and improvements with Controls Engineer.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and standards.

Skills

PLC programming

Industrial electrical troubleshooting

Electrical controls systems

Reading drawings

Communication skills

OSHA safety knowledge

Teamwork

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma

Technical school degree or certifications

Technical military experience

Tools

CMMS

SAP

MS Office / MS programs

Job description

We are looking for a Controls Technician to join our team in Franklin Park, IL.

This position monitors and improves the control system reliability of automated production equipment. When production system performance falls below acceptable levels, they must support troubleshooting efforts to avoid or minimize interruptions to production. A successful control technician has a keen eye for details and good mechanical/electrical aptitude.

Pay Rate: $34.00 to $37.00

Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and production equipment troubleshooting.
• Monitors significant plant downtime events and initiative problem solving activities
• Support implementation and improvement of existing preventive/predictive maintenance programs
• Supports equipment installation coordination/supervision associated with facility needs
• Support procurement of replacement and upgrade hardware, as needed.
• Perform needed maintenance, repair or rebuild/calibration of electrical control components and direct support of production operating needs.
• Communicate issues and potential required changes with Controls Engineer
• Evaluate electrical equipment operation and suggest necessary action when malfunctions occur, or improvements are needed
• Daily monitoring of various plant utilities that can include chiller, air compressor, security system & fire protection system.
• Complete process and preventive maintenance work orders. Capture and communicate associated data
• Maintain plant electrical control systems on equipment such as mixers, conveyors, compressors, hydraulics, motors, pneumatics, automated controls and pumps
• Troubleshoot electrical control issues, repair failures of production and facilities equipment.
• Install and monitor current monitoring systems
• Maintain and enhance hardware and software knowledge to ensure up-to-date troubleshooting capabilities
• Install, maintain, repair or replace control devices such as HMIs, VFDs, PLCs components etc. as needed
• Comply and participate regulatory, Carlisle, & departmental policies, procedures, & standards (PSM, safety protocols, COS)
• Work with mechanical and electrical maintenance technicians to help develop their control skills
• As directed execute projects on an as needed basis
• Assist mechanical and electrical technicians with preventive maintenance, breakdowns and work orders as needed
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge

• Knowledge of PLC language (ladder logic, structured text, sequential function charts, etc)
• Proficient in working with PLCs, HMIs, sensors, level controls, AC/DC drives, VFD etc
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley controls preferred
• Industrial electrical AC/DC troubleshooting skills
• Knowledge of CMMS, SAP, MS programs
• Demonstrated ability to utilize electrical instruments in troubleshooting control systems
• Awareness of electrical codes such as NEMA
• Inter-Personnel Skills – Including the ability to be a team player. The ability to pass on information & training to others.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to produce and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of safe working practices around moving and electrical equipment.
• Critical thinking, troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Understanding of OSHA and industrial safety protocols
• Teamwork
• Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
• Managing Change
• Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
• Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
• Customer Focus
• Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer’s needs top of mind.
• Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
• Drive for Results
• Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.

Education and Experience

• Highschool diploma, higher education preferred
• Degree from technical school, or industrial maintenance certifications (PLC, Machine Logic, etc)
• Technical military specialties considered
• Experience working as a control technician in an industrial manufacturing environment

Equipment Used

• Electrical instrumentation (megohmmeter, multimeter, amperage monitoring systems)
• Hand tools
• Computer systems (CMMS, SAP, MS programs)

Working Conditions

• Activities occur inside an insulation manufacturing facility. Job includes but are not limited to exposure to the following.
• Temperatures exposed to both Ambient/outside temperatures.
• Nuisance dust, use of chemicals, working with mechanical parts, pinch points
• Noise of industrial machinery
• Typically, 40 hour per week with overtime as required
• Days/shift vary based on facility need
• Fast paced 24/7 operation

Travel Requirement

• Overnight travel up to 10%, this will include travel to other facilities and to trainings

Physical Requirements

• Lifting – must be able to lift up to 50lbs
• Pushing & Pulling – must be able to push and pull up to 50 lbs
• Bending & Stooping – must be able to bend and stoop while working on low areas of machines
• Reaching – must be able to reach above shoulder level
• Climbing – while using stairs or ladders
• Walking – must be able to walk to and from different areas of the Carlisle campus
• Standing – must be able to stand for the majority of the shift
• Sitting – while working at computers
• Sight – must be able to see and recognize hazards, warnings, and equipment malfunctions
• Grasping & Dexterity – must be able to use fingers and hands to operate tools
• Talking & Hearing – must be able to effectively communicate with team members, supervisors, management, and other employees at Franklin Park location