Instrument & Controls Technician

Duracell

Fairburn, Northern (GA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

16 hours ago

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Job summary

Duracell is seeking an Instrument & Controls Technician for our Fairburn, GA plant. You will test, troubleshoot, and repair a range of electronic equipment, using Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000 and Siemens TIA Portal/Step 7 to diagnose faults and maintain automated systems.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, preventative maintenance, and teamwork in a high-speed manufacturing environment. A technical certification or relevant experience is required, with night shift expectations.

Qualifications

Experience troubleshooting Siemens PLCs (S7-1200/1500) with TIA Portal/STEP 7.
Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix/CompactLogix/MicroLogix) with RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000.
Basic electronics knowledge: digital, AC/DC theory, microprocessors.
Able to work in a team and convey technical information.

Responsibilities

Test, troubleshoot, and repair a range of electrical and instrumentation equipment.
Diagnose faults using Rockwell and Siemens software daily.
Maintain PLCs, motor drives, IO terminals, and robotics systems.
Read diagrams and manuals; perform root cause and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical theory

Team communication

Field repair

Hands-on electrical work

Education

Vocational / Technical Certification

Tools

RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000

TIA Portal/Step7

Job description

As an Instrument & Controls Technician, you will provide important electrical and instrumentation support to the Fairburn, GA plant by testing, troubleshooting, and repairing a range of electronic equipment. The role requires a candidate who is comfortable and hands-on with Rockwell (RSLogix/Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal/Step 7) software to diagnose faults and troubleshoot equipment.

Some of your essential duties and responsibilities may include:

Analyzing and addressing the root causes of electrical issues to repair complicated electrical equipment.

Maintaining microprocessors, PLC, motor drive, operator interface terminals, and robotic systems by making modifications and installing parts as necessary.

Using Rockwell (RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal/Step 7) software daily to diagnose faults, monitor program logic, and troubleshoot automated equipment.

Reading and using diagrams, technical manuals, and engineering instructions.

Root Cause Analysis, Breakdown Analysis, Preventative & Preventative & Predictive maintenance activities.

Qualifications

You may fit well into this role if you have:

Experience troubleshooting Siemens PLC controllers, especially S7-1200/1500 series, using TIA Portal and STEP 7 software for program diagnostics, fault analysis, and online monitoring of ladder, FBD, or STL logic.

Experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley (Rockwell Automation) PLC controllers, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix platforms, using RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000 software for ladder logic diagnostics, fault identification, and program modifications.

Have a basic knowledge of electronics and electrical theories, including digital circuitry, AC/DC theory, microprocessors, and logic systems.

Can work as a member of a team and communicate technical information to other personnel.

Need to have exposure to automated controls systems in a high-speed application.

Electrical Technical School / Military equivalent or 2+ years Industrial Electrical experience.

Previous Experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens Technologies is Preferred. Experience with one or the other is a requirement for this Role.

About Us

Duracell is the world’s leading manufacturer and marketer of high-performance alkaline batteries, complemented by a portfolio of high quality, market leading specialty, rechargeable and professional batteries. Duracell’s products power numerous critical professional devices across the globe such as heart rate monitors, defibrillators, telemetry devices, smoke detectors, fire alarms, automated valves and security systems. As the leader in the professional power category, Duracell has a rich history of innovation, continuously introducing batteries that are smaller, thinner, with more energy and longer lasting than competitive brands. Since March 2016, Duracell has found its permanent home within Berkshire Hathaway (ranked #4 World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune Magazine and #3 in the Fortune 500), and will continue to focus on sustainable growth, industry-leading innovation while creating long-term value for our customers and consumers. At Duracell, integrity, end-to-end accountability across all levels, fast decision-making and a “can do” attitude is highly valued.

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