Electrical Controls Technician

1000 Plastipak Packaging Inc. (US); Jackson Center (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & V“

401(k) Plan with company matches

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. is seeking an Electrical Engineering Support Technician to help keep production running safely and efficiently by supporting plant electrical systems, troubleshooting automation, and improving equipment performance.

The role covers PLC/HMI programming, vision systems, robotics, and continuous improvements on the 3rd shift (Mon-Fri). You will collaborate with maintenance and technical leaders to prioritize issues and implement effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Three years of PLC and HMI programming experience.
• Proficiency with Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View ME.
• Experience with Yaskawa and FANUC robots and Ethernet networking.
• Knowledge of Cognex vision systems.
• Mechanical skills are a plus.
• Ability to frequently lift and move up to 55 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical controls support and troubleshooting for production equipment.
• Troubleshoot PLC programs and HMIs to support night shift operations.
• Coordinate night shift Technical Support activities with Maintenance and Technical Leaders.
• Identify root causes of equipment breakdowns and coordinate repairs.
• Design, implement, troubleshoot, and improve vision control systems.
• Modify equipment programs for engineering changes and maintain backups.
• Train manufacturing personnel and plant electricians.
• Participate in equipment safety reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Troubleshooting

Robotics integration

Industrial networks

Vision systems

Tools

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View ME

Motion control

VFD technologies

Cognex vision systems

Yaskawa robots

FANUC robots

Ethernet networking

Job description

As an Electrical Engineering Support Technician, you'll help keep production running safely and efficiently by supporting plant electrical systems, troubleshooting automation, and improving equipment performance. Shift: 3rd Shift, Monday-Friday We Offer Set Schedule: Work 3rd shift, Monday-Friday. Advancement: We follow a strong promote-from-within business practice! Skill Development: Expand your technical skills through hands-on work with PLCs, robotics, vision systems, and plant automation- plus continued training and certification opportunities. You Will Provide electrical controls support and troubleshooting for production equipment, equipment power supplies, and plant electrical distribution systems. Troubleshoot and support PLC programs and HMIs to keep night shift operations running efficiently. Support and help coordinate night shift Technical Support activities, working with Maintenance and Technical Leaders to prioritize equipment issues and daily tasks. Identify the root causes of equipment breakdowns, coordinate resources to make repairs, and verify that corrective actions resolve the problem. Design, implement, troubleshoot, and improve vision control systems. Modify equipment programs for engineering changes and performance improvements, and maintain current program backups for machinery and automation. Recommend improvements to equipment reliability, production efficiency, and product quality. Participate in equipment safety reviews and risk assessments, and help train manufacturing personnel and plant electricians. You Have Ability to work 3rd shift, Monday-Friday. A minimum of three years of PLC and HMI programming experience. Proficiency with Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View ME, motion control, and variable frequency drive (VFD) technologies. Proficiency with Cognex vision systems. Experience with Yaskawa and FANUC robots and Ethernet networking. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across production, maintenance, and technical teams. Knowledge of Pressco vision systems and MiR autonomous robots is a plus. Mechanical skills are a plus. Ability to frequently lift and move up to 55 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Wellness Programs Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision EAP, Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term Accidental Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases Paid Company Holidays Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account Caregiving via Care.com Pet Insurance Tuition Assistance Program Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program Travel Assistance Employee Discount Programs *Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

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